For high school and club soccer players, the arrival of spring signals the beginning of
tournament season and, for many, attending the all-important college showcase tournaments. The
stakes are high but it's not bragging rights or a tournament trophy that's on the line, these
athletes are showcasing their soccer talent and skills hoping to attract the attention of the
soccer coach from the college of their dreams.
Last month I received a note from a teacher at Apopka High School in Apopka, Florida who is a
huge fan of "Pretty Tough" by Liz Tigelaar, the first book in our young adult fiction series.
JoJo says, "I loved it as a teacher who sees students just like the ones in the book.
This Saturday the sporty spotlight shines bright on sixteen-year-old soccer player and
skateboarder, Alex Espinoza. Check out the interview below where Alex shares her thoughts on fear
and an amazing pic.
Name: Alex(us) Espinoza
Age: 16
Sport(s): Soccer and Skateboarding
Hometown: La Habra
High School/Middle School/College: La Habra High School
What's your fave sport?
If you haven't been to a girl's high school soccer game lately you might be surprised at the
quality of play. Last weekend was the Southern California DII Championship game which pitted the #1
seed Harvard-Westlake against #2 La Jolla. I've been following the HW team through their entire
pre-season, league and post-season play.
This Saturday the sporty spotlight shines bright on sixteen-year-old soccer player and
skateboarder, Alex Espinoza. Check out the interview below where Alex shares her thoughts on fear
and an amazing pic.
Name: Alex(us) Espinoza
Age: 16
Sport(s): Soccer and Skateboarding
Hometown: La Habra
High School/Middle School/College: La Habra High School
What's your fave sport?
