Blast Take a Look at Talent
March 31, 2003 - A-League (A-League)
Indiana Blast News Release
INDIANAPOLIS, IN-The Indiana Blast held their Open Combine last Thursday and Friday at the Lawrence Soccer Complex in Lawrence, IN. There were nearly 70 participants from not only Central Indiana, but from all stretches of the globe.
According to Head Coach Jimmy McDonald, "There was more talent at this Combine than I have ever seen any of the previous years. We will definitely be bringing a couple of the talented individuals we saw into training camp."
With the Blast kicking off their first official practice Wednesday morning, there will be a lingering of 5-6 players that the coaching staff wants to take another look at. "You really don't get a feeling for a player until you see him match up against some of our A-league veterans," said Coach McDonald.
McDonald was rather impressed with the number of Hispanic representatives at the Open Combine.
"Our organization is spending a lot of time this season working with the large Hispanic community in Indianapolis," said Coach McDonald. "We were very glad to see this community well represented at the Combine."
SCRIMMAGES-The Blast will be participating in several pre-season scrimmages throughout Indiana in the upcoming weeks.
1. April 3rd, 7:00pm, Blast vs. IU, Bill Armstrong Stadium, Bloomington, IN
2. April 5th, 1:00pm, Blast vs. Indiana Invaders (PDL), Indiana Invaders Soccer Complex, South Bend, IN
3. April 8th, 6:30pm, Blast vs. IUPUI, Brandywine Park, Greenfield, IN
4. April 12th, 8:00pm, Blast vs. Notre Dame, Kuntz Stadium, Indianapolis, IN
On April 12th, the Blast will be participating in Showcase Indiana. This is a day-long event that will showcase some of the best soccer around Indiana. The cost for tickets is only $5 for the entire event and will be available at the gate only. All proceeds will be donated to the Urban Soccer Development Program of Indianapolis.
SPONSOR UPDATES-The Blast would like to welcome back Coca-Cola for the 2003 season. For the 7th year in a row, Coca-Cola will be the official Soft Drink Sponsor of the Indiana Blast. Coca-Cola sponsors several events throughout the Blast season including Blast Soccer Camps, Mid-Summer Magic 4v4 Tournament and pre-game clinics. The Blast is proud to have Coca-Cola as a part of their team.
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