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As the season approaches, there’s an immense amount of talent in Sarasota. Matthew Sawaged – a new Sarasota resident and lifelong soccer player, is welcomed with open arms to the Paradise Family for the 2024 season. Sawaged was selected from Paradise’s first open tryouts of the 2024 season.
“I’m looking forward to continue challenging myself as a player both on and off the field with new teammates and in a new city.”
After moving to the area five months ago, Sawaged wanted to take his soccer skills to a higher level. With the competitive nature of the Paradise during their 2023 inaugural season, he knew it was the right place to continue playing the sport.
“I chose Paradise so that I represent my city doing what I love.”
For Sawaged, participating in the tryouts proved to be an unforgettable experience. He had the chance to witness the abundant talent that runs throughout the city. It provided each participant with a valuable opportunity to showcase their individual strengths.
Tryouts began with warm ups and simple passing exercises before moving onto small sided games and into an 11-a-side full field game. This allowed players to showcase their skills in tight spaces and demonstrate their match fitness on a full field pitch. Matthew immediately knew the atmosphere of the team contributed to his desire to join Paradise.
“Reflecting on my tryout experience, it was encouraging to witness the supportive and motivated soccer environment that the Paradise coaching staff has created for the players.”
With the great strengths the team brought to the table during the 2023 season, expect more growth as great talent is continuously being added. The Paradise Family is looking forward to seeing how Matthew grows throughout the season and is excited he gets to share his skills with the community he loves.
To tryout go to sarasotaparadise.us/tryouts
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