Typical CFA Training Day

Hi there!

It has been awhile since we posted something about our Cavite Football Academy (CFA) here. Last night, I realized I've talked about several events here, promoted another club from Cavite and of course, Youth Football League.

Let me share to you what a CFA Training Day like for our youth and the parents as well. I'm blogging thru my small phone, pardon some typos if I may miss them.

Venue and Schedule

CFA regularly practices at the Philippine Christian University-Dasmarinas football field every Saturday, from 8 AM to 12 NN. The football field is located in the middle of a lush and verdant area of the campus. During summer, it is filled with bright green vegetation with the brown dry ground which serves as our academy players' canvas for painting their signature moves and sweat-driven football drills and games.

The entrance to field is a non-cemented road that can be tricky for the novice. One needs to be aware of what one is stepping on. A misstep could mean a sprain or worse, a broken ankle.

Once you have maneuvered through the entrance, you arrive at the tent where you can find white monoblock chairs and tables where morning lugaw is sold. Its a good place to fill.your tummy with food and get you ready for the day ahead. Near the tent area is an elevation and another spot, a better one I think, for those who would.love to see the action on a wider view. On this spot, one will appreciate the vastness of the field. You can bring your own chair and other must-have for a better waiting experience namely: umbrella, water supply, food supply and a pillow.

To your left you will find a long line of banana trees acting like a fence for the field and for stray footballs. On your right, the opposite of square, are tall trees that varies: mangoes and other trees I can't identify for now. Beyond this side is a big patch of land, a good hiking area for those who wants to have a peaceful walk. Take note: lots of bugs and insects which I find to be pleasant.

At the far end of the field is, I was told, where you can find vegetation and a place to buy cheap, healthy vegetables. They sell, during harvest, ampalaya, patola and sitaw. The choices must be varied but so far those three veggies are the ones I've seen bought by mothers.

For first timers, I recommend you walk around the area and try to familiarize yourself.with the place.

In the months of August to early February, the greens become greener, the grass grows longer and the place even becomes a haven for people like.me who.loves to stay outdoors. The "probinsya vibe" is very much around.

On a perfect day you can sit back, relax and enjoy the action played on the field by our players. You can have a great time exchanging stories about the players, football and.tournament results and schedule with other parents and guardians as well.

All this time, CFA coaches and players are grinding it out for their next game.

On a Saturday morning, when the sun is out and the guys are on the field, one can learn much about the football game and about nature. CFA has given the kids a place to learn football and commune with nature. I wouldn't want it any other way around.

Shout out to all the parents and guardians supporting our CFA blog by sending photos, videos and updates. These are the people who give support and prepare our players for games and tournaments. Hats off to all.of you CFA parents and guardians!

Here is another compilation of photos and videos from our CFA Training Day, June 1, 2019: