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5 Reasons Why Sports Are Critical for Child Development

Learn why studies show that the benefits of youth sports can set children up for success in nearly every aspect of life!

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Asphalt Green’s Pickleball Guide!

Learn everything you need to know about one of the world's fastest-growing sports!

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5 Reasons to Sign Your Child Up For Golf!

Learn about the many benefits of golf- an often overlooked youth sport!

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3 Games to Play at the Beach This Summer

Plan ahead for your beach getaway with three games that can keep you active on your trip!

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Inclusivity In Sports, Fitness, and Play: Learn About Adaptive Programming at Asphalt Green!

Our Director of Adaptive Programming explains why everyone wins when sports, fitness, and play are inclusive to all!

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5 Ways Sports, Fitness, and Play Supports Your Mental Health

This Mental Health Awareness Month, learn why physical activity is one of our most powerful mental health tools.

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5 Reasons Why Your Toddler Should Take Martial Arts

Martial arts for toddlers has many benefits, including building discipline, self-esteem, and physical fitness in an encouraging environment.

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Asphalt Green’s Adrianne Bunbury to Receive DOTTY Award!

Learn more about Adrianne and his award for his decade of service at Asphalt Green at this year’s DOTTY Awards!

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Celebrating Women’s History Month at Asphalt Green!

Learn more about the women at Asphalt Green who are rewriting history in sports, fitness, and play. 

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Celebrating National Girls and Women in Sports Day with Allie Falco

Learn more about Allie Falco, our Director of Sports Operations who’s ensuring girls and women have equitable access to sports and fitness!

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Fighting the Loneliness Epidemic Through Sports and Fitness

In the midst of a nation-wide loneliness epidemic, Asphalt Green's mission to bring people together is more important than ever.

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Our Mission in Action: Community Flag Football League Season Recap

Check out our Community Flag Football League's season recap and learn more about how our leagues serve NYC!

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Asphalt Green Plays Ball with the Knicks at Madison Square Garden

In collaboration with the New York Knicks and Jr. Knicks, Asphalt Green’s travel basketball 13U and 14U teams went to Madison Square Garden.

Parents and Kids Had a Blast at Roberto Clemente State Park

The first Parents vs. Kids Day last weekend at Roberto Clemente State Park was a huge success!

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Asphalt Green Basketball Named Ultimate Team by New York Knicks

The Ultimate Team Award was rewarded for showing spirit and staying connected to the sport during the pandemic.

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5 Influential Black Athletes in Sports

February is Black History Month. One way we are celebrating is by honoring Black athletes who have transformed their sport.

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Asphalt Green Celebrates National Girls and Women in Sports Day

Hear how sports help our athletes and coaches realize their full potential, strength, and power on National Girls and Women in Sports Day.

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How the Lessons I Learned in Sports Have Helped Me Through the Pandemic

Asphalt Green coaches reflect on how the lessons they learned in their respective sports have helped them through the pandemic.

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Ask an Asphalt Green Athlete: How Are You Staying Connected to Sports?

The global pandemic temporarily paused our sports programs, but Asphalt Green athletes are getting creative to stay connected to their game.

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Reasons Why I Run on Global Running Day

Asphalt Green employees are celebrating Global Running Day by sharing why they run.

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6 Socially Distanced Approved Activities to Kick Off Summer

With warmer weather and sunny days ahead, kids are itching to get outside and play. Here are our favorite socially distanced approved games.

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How Young Athletes Can Train for Their Sport at Home

Asphalt Green youth coaches share their favorite cross-training exercises.

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Lia Neal Inspires AGUA Team Swimmers on Zoom

Two-time Olympic medalist, professional swimmer, and former AGUA athlete Lia Neal visited our current swim team athletes virtually.

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Scholarship Athlete Alyse Rivera has Sights Set on College Soccer

Alyse is in her second season playing for the Asphalt Green Soccer Club and has her sights set on college.

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Coaches Weigh In: How to Stand Out at Baseball Tryouts

Asphalt Green Baseball Team competitive tryouts are right around the corner. Find out what our coaches expect to see at tryouts!

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Jackie Fasano: From Swimmer to Triathlete

A competitive swimmer growing up, Masters swimmer Jackie Fasano used her skills in the water to transition to triathlon.

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5 Tips to Improve Your Basketball Game This Summer

The basketball offseason is the perfect time to bring your skills to the next level.

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Asphalt Green Soccer Club Shines in Memorial Day Tournaments

The Asphalt Green Soccer Club hit the road Memorial Day Weekend (May 25-27) to compete against some of the teams in the country.

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23-Time Ironman Ben Lloyd Reflects on Triathlon Career

Ben Lloyd starting competing in triathlons in 2001. He reflects on an 18-year career.

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Olympian Photo Gallery: Olympic Sightings at Asphalt Green

See which Olympic athletes past, present, and maybe even future, have stopped by to teach a clinic, swim in our pool, hit the gym, and help

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Nicole Falcaro: What it Takes to be a Professional Triathlete

Pro triathlete Nicole Falcaro juggles training, full-time job to reach her full athletic potential.

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AGUA Masters Swim Team Takes Training to Florida

The AGUA Masters Swim Team traded the New York City winter for warmer Florida weather during its training trip from February 6 to 10.

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Five AGUA Athletes Commit to Swim in College

Five AGUA Swim Team athletes announced their college commitments at a special event at Asphalt Green's Upper East Side campus.

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Community Sports League News

Keep up with all the action in Community Sports Leagues. You can find weekly scores, standings, and game recaps right here!

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Tips for Fun and Safety on the Playground

Asphalt Green’s Recess Enhancement Program (REP) has mastered how to have fun while being safe on the playground.

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REP Game of the Month: Pindown

Asphalt Green's REP program is bringing you our favorite playground games of all time. Start the year off with a bang by playing Pindown.

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Dana Vollmer: Super Swimmer and Super Mom

Five-time Olympic gold medalist Dana Vollmer will be at Big Swim Big Kick on April 28.

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Meet University of Florida Women’s Head Soccer Coach Becky Burleigh

University of Florida Women’s Head Soccer Coach Becky Burleigh will be at Big Swim Big Kick on April 28.

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5 Qualities of Mentally Tough Athletes

Mental toughness is the ability to stay focused and perform at the highest level, no matter the circumstances.

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Carli Lloyd Breaks Barriers to Become One of Soccer’s All-Time Greats

Soccer superstar Carli Lloyd stopped by Asphalt Green with KRAVE Jerky on December 13 to surprise our Asphalt Green Soccer Club teams.

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Brooklyn Nets Host Summer Basketball Camp at Asphalt Green

The Brooklyn Nets hosted its inaugural summer basketball academy at Asphalt Green August 21 to August 25.

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Martial Arts Student Drawn to Physical and Mental Challenges of Sport

Vikram, age 14, has been training in martial arts at Asphalt Green since 2013.

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Q&A With Soccer Freestyle Phenom Skye Cowie

Freestyler Skye Cowie will be at Big Swim Big Kick April 29. Kids will have the opportunity to meet Skye, take photos, and learn tricks.

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11-Year-Old Finds Quiet Confidence Through Martial Arts

Leadership is one of the 12 Pillars of a Champion instilled in students each month. Christian embraces the trait.

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Two Sports, One Dream: Coach Montee Tarpeh’s Journey to the Top of His Game

Asphalt Green's martial arts and basketball coach Montee Tarpeh shares how being a multisport athlete shaped his future.

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Q&A with Maya DiRado, the Breakout Star of the Rio Olympics

We caught up with Maya and learned about her journey to the Games, that defining Olympic moment, and how sports have shaped her life.

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Teamwork: Twins Learn Valuable Skills On and Off the Mat

Teamwork is one of the 12 Pillars of a Champion coach Chad Simon instills in young athletes.

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3 Reasons Women Need to Learn Self-Defense

Do you know how to defend yourself? Asphalt Green’s martial arts director Chad Simon talks why the practice is an essential life skill.

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You’re Invited: ACL Injury Workshop Hosted by Hospital for Special Surgery at Asphalt Green

Asphalt Green is partnering with Hospital for Special Surgery to bring you a workshop focused on reducing risks of ACL injury.

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REP Game of the Month: Ants and Exterminators

Get your kids active with our Recess Enhancement Program's (REP) modern twist on tag.

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REP Game of the Month: Community

Kick off the school year by rounding up the kids for a game of Community, the perfect activity to make friends and get exercise!

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Staff Spotlight: Morgan Anderson

Get to know the Asphalt Green staff better. Meet swim instructor Morgan Anderson.

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Olympics Spectators Guide: Basketball

Asphalt Green knows the ins and outs of the summer Olympic sports. Our spectator guides will make you a gold-medal fan.

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Olympics Spectators Guide: Volleyball

Asphalt Green knows the ins and outs of the summer Olympic sports. Our spectator guides will make you a gold-medal fan.

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Olympics Spectators Guide: Soccer

Asphalt Green knows the ins and outs of the summer Olympic sports. Our spectator guides will make you a gold-medal fan.

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Olympic Trials Through the Eyes of Asphalt Green Swimmers Isabel Gormley and Krystal Lara

AGUA swimmers Isabel Gormley and Krystal Lara share their experience and the most memorable parts of competing at Olympic Trials.

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Olympics Spectators Guide: Swimming

Asphalt Green knows the ins and outs of the summer Olympic sports. Our spectator guides will make you a gold-medal fan.

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Asphalt Green Triathlon Club Race Report: New York City Triathlon and IRONMAN Lake Placid

Over 85 Asphalt Green athletes took on the swim, bike, run challenge at two of the country’s most iconic triathlon races.

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Two Asphalt Green Soccer Club Teams Crowned New York State Cup Champions

June was a historic month for the Asphalt Green Soccer Club. The girls U11 Surge and the boys U13 Gunners became New York State Champions.

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Soccer Jamboree Gives Kids from the Bronx Opportunity to Play in League

Participants in Asphalt Green’s Roberto Clemente soccer program experienced what it’s like to play in a recreational league.

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The Most Inspiring Sports Tips from Our Coaches

Get inspired to get out and play with the most inspiring tips from our top-notch coaches.

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REP Game: Twizzle

Twizzle is a circle game that is ideal for indoor recess because requires no equipment and very little space.

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Asphalt Green Partners with Sadie Nash to Bring Leadership Programming to Girls in Sports

Asphalt Green partnered with the Sadie Nash Leadership Project to lead a workshop for girls who participate in our community sports leagues.

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Asphalt Green Masters Swim Team Successful at Spring Championships

The Asphalt Green Masters Swim Team finished 28th out of 181 programs from around the country.

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First-Ever Big Swim Big Kick a Huge Success!

A celebration of sports was in full swing during Asphalt Green’s first-ever Big Swim Big Kick on May 7.

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REP School Sees Tremendous Impact on Students in Short Amount of Time

REP provides safe, active, and organized play for over 28,000 children in elementary schools across New York City.

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Staff Spotlight: Cristiano Sinisi

Get to know the Asphalt Green staff better. Meet swim instructor Cristiano Sinisi.

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Q&A with Soccer Legend Raúl González Blanco

Get to know soccer legend and Big Swim Big Kick featured athlete Raúl González Blanco.

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REP Game of the Month: Cookie Monster

Cookie Monster is a twist on tag that encourages careful attention to the rules—and lots of running!

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Calm Competitiveness Key for Olympic Trials-Bound AGUA Swimmer Isabel Gormley

The 14-year-old AGUA Swim Team member qualified for the U.S. Olympic Trials, one of the youngest to do so thus far.

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Basketball Community Sports Leagues Champions Crowned

Our Community Sports Leagues wrapped up another successful basketball season April 2.

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Asphalt Green Provides Opportunities for Female Endurance Athletes

The Asphalt Green Triathlon Club marks the start of many endurance careers, and over the years, more female athletes have joined.

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Asphalt Green 10U Basketball Team Wins League Championship

The 10U team, in its inaugural season, defeated NYC Phoenix 47-45 in the finals in a double overtime thriller to claim the league title.

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Asphalt Green Volleyball Teams Successful in National Tournament

Four Asphalt Green Club Volleyball teams traveled to Washington, D.C., to compete in the Capitol Hill Classic.

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Summer 2016 College Soccer Recruiting Camps

Thinking about playing soccer in college? Asphalt Green recommends attending the following ID camps and clinics this summer.

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REP Game of the Month: Change-up Basketball

Everyone touches the ball in this fast-paced, action-packed twist on basketball.

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Community Sports League Players Give Back by Leading Clinic at Recess Enhancement Program School

Flag football participants from Bea Fuller Rodgers Middle School volunteered to lead a clinic for elementary school students.

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REP All-Star Coaches of the Month

Get to know our REP all-star coaches of the month O’rane Fernando Forrester and Angie Villamarin.

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5 Ways to Physically and Mentally Prepare for Triathlon Season

Whether you are an experienced triathlete or tackling your first race, building a strong foundation is essential for success.

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Get Fit Series: 5 Exercises on Land to Improve Your Swimming

Cross training on land, known as dryland training, can improve your endurance, prevent injuries, and make you faster in the pool.

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Asphalt Green Soccer Club Coach Wins Prestigious Award

Asphalt Green Soccer Club Coach Anthony Sepe was honored with the Westchester Youth Soccer League (WYSL) Double Goal Coach award.

REP Game: Up, Down, Stomp, Clap

All it takes to play indoor recess game Up, Down, Stomp, Clap is a willingness to join the fun!

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Community Sports Leagues Flag Football Champions Crowned

Our Community Sports Leagues wrapped up a successful flag football season on Saturday, December 19.

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8 (Easy) Healthy New Year’s Resolutions

Resolutions, they’re fun to make but can hard to keep. Let’s resolve to change that in 2017!

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Staff Spotlight: Craig Hutchinson

Get to know the Asphalt Green staff better. Meet Asphalt Green Soccer Club's director of coaching Craig Hutchinson.

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Parents’ Guide to Youth Sports

Help your athlete reach his or her potential, we’ve created this parent resource to cover everything from safety to college recruiting.

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Soccer Club Member Honored at Red Bull Arena for Winning Challenge

Asphalt Green Soccer Club member Pierce Siegel was crowned 2015 New York Red Bulls RDS champion in his age group!

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REP Game of the Month: Ultimate Football

REP GAME OF THE MONTH: ULTIMATE FOOTBALL

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Asphalt Green Swim and Soccer Teams Volunteer for a Good Cause

Members of our competitive youth swim and soccer teams shared their passion for sports with the community on October 17.

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Staff Spotlight: Brian McMahon

Get to know the Asphalt Green staff better. Meet basketball coach Brian McMahon.

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Coaches Weigh In: How to Stand Out at Volleyball Tryouts

Find out what our experienced coaches expect to see at volleyball tryouts and what makes a player stand out.

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Flag Football Pep Rally a Huge Success

The energy at our field was electric Saturday for our second annual flag football Community Sports League pep rally, sponsored by PepsiCo.

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Staff Spotlight: Michael Ann Dobbs

Get to know the Asphalt Green staff better. Meet swim instructor Michael Ann Dobbs.

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NYC Marathon Charity Racer Spotlight: Steve Aguirre

As one of Asphalt Green’s charity racers, Steve is racing not only for himself but also to improve the lives of New Yorkers.

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Inside the Lives of Professional Triathletes Laurel and Rebeccah Wassner

Laurel and Rebeccah Wassner are two of a kind. The twins are professional triathletes who train at Asphalt Green’s Battery Park City campus.

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REP Game: Helicopter

This easy playground game gets kids hopping and having fun in no time!

Endurance Sports News

Find all the Endurance Sports information you need right here! Bookmark this page for easy access to all things Masters and triathlon.

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NYC Marathon Charity Racer Spotlight: Lydia Kouletsis

As one of Asphalt Green’s charity racers, Lydia is racing not only for herself but also to improve the lives of New Yorkers.

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Staff Spotlight: Dalia Avivi

Get to know the Asphalt Green staff better. Meet soccer coach Dalia Avivi.