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As summer ends, Pahrump Valley High School’s boys soccer team gears up for the 2025 season under Coach Andrew Norton. With a focus on ball control, teamwork, and solid fundamentals, the Trojans aim for a playoff spot after a challenging 2024 season. Tryouts are approaching for eager students, with an emphasis on physical readiness and team dynamics, promising an exciting journey ahead for the team.

Pahrump Valley High School Gears Up for Boys Soccer Season!

As the summer days begin to shorten, excitement is building at Pahrump Valley High School as the boys soccer team prepares for the upcoming 2025 season. Under the guidance of Andrew Norton, the head coach, the Trojans are ready to bounce back from last season’s challenges and aim for a spot in the playoffs!

The 2024 Season in Review

Last year, the Trojans finished with a 6-11-1 record, which included a tough 2-9-1 in league play, leaving them missing the playoffs. Coach Norton’s vision for the 2025 season is clear: he wants to lead his team to success and make their way to the playoffs. With this being his fifth year with the program, Norton knows what it takes to build a winning team and is excited to implement new strategies and improvements.

Focus on Fundamentals

This season, the spotlight will be on improving ball control and enhancing the overall style of play. Coach Norton believes that having a solid foundation is essential for any successful soccer team. He stresses the importance of returning to fundamental skills that players may have overlooked in the past. According to him, fostering team trust and personal accountability will be crucial in creating a cohesive unit on the field.

Tryouts Are Coming Up!

For students eager to join the team, tryouts will be held at the Pahrump Valley High School soccer field. They will take place over two sessions: the first from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and the evening session from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. It’s important that players are present for both times to ensure they have the best chance of making the team.

Before stepping onto the field, players need to have a completed physical examination and a “register my athlete” form in order to be eligible to try out. This ensures that all players are prepared and ready to give their best effort!

Team Dynamics and Leadership

Coach Norton hints that there could be up to 11 returning seniors this season, and their roles on the team will be solidified after tryouts. Leadership isn’t just handed out, but rather decided upon collectively by both the coaches and players shortly after the first week of practices.

The Importance of Teamwork

One of Coach Norton’s favorite aspects of soccer is the concept of teamwork. He acknowledges that while technical skills and endurance are critical, coaching players on how to effectively work together can often be more challenging. He emphasizes that individual players trying to be stars can sometimes hinder overall team performance.

Aiming for a Strategic Play Style

This season, the Trojans aim to perfect their play style, focusing on control and coordinated precision strikes to dictate the game’s pace. Coach Norton stresses that fostering trust in the team’s system is essential for achieving their goals. He believes that returning to the basics and nurturing team trust will pave the way for success in the upcoming season.

The Road Ahead

As the days get closer to tryouts, the anticipation is building. With Coach Norton at the helm, the Pahrump Valley High School boys soccer team is looking forward to a exciting season ahead, focused on improvement and teamwork. It promises to be a thrilling journey, and the Trojans are ready to kick things off!

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