Quest Soccer reminds everyone that proper soccer ball care is the key to a healthy and happy soccer camp experience

As with any product that you buy, taking good care of your soccer ball will prolong it's life.
There is nothing complicated about taking care of a soccer ball. Just use common sense.
Do not stand or sit on your soccer balls. Do not kick your good match soccer balls excessively hard against a wall. They can become warped and your ball will wobble when kicked.

Buy a good quality ball and take good care of it. Your soccer balls will then have a long life.

Cleaning

Remove excessive dirt from the ball after use. Use a damp cloth to wipe the ball clean. If needed, use some mild soap or some type of synthetic leather cleaner to remove excessive dirt or stains from the ball. Be careful when using detergents to clean the ball. Never use harsh detergents. Outer coverings and stitching on some balls may be adversely affected by concentrated cleaners. Refrain from excessively spraying soccer balls with high pressure water spay. Water may penetrate into the ball.

Playing Surface

Play on turf, grass or smooth surfaces . Rough surfaces such as gravel, asphalt or concrete can be very abusive to a typical soccer ball. Premature excessive wear and cuts on the outer cover will occur due to abrasion when the ball bounces or skips across rough surfaces.

Use Proper Air Pressure

Do not over or under pressurize a ball. Use the manufactures recommended air pressure that is printed on most balls. Most soccer balls have a pressure rating of 6 to 8 lbs. or 0.6 or 0.8 BAR. It is recommended that you use a pressure gauge to measure the exact amount of pressure in a ball after inflating and before use.

BAR or PSI or LBS?

Some soccer balls have recommended pressure values indicated in BAR while others have the values indicated in PSI or LBS. To convert the pressure values, use the following formulas:

To convert BAR (KGS) to PSI (Lbs.):

Answer = 14.5037 X The amount of BAR(KGS)

For example: A soccer ball has a recommended pressure of 0.6 BAR labeled on it. To convert BAR in Pounds Per Square Inch (PSI), multiply 0.6 times 14.5037. The answer is 8.7 PSI or Lbs.

To convert PSI (Lbs.) to BAR(KGS):

Answer = .068948 X The amount of PSI(Lbs.)

For example: A soccer ball has a recommended pressure of 7.9 Lbs. (PSI) labeled on it. To convert Pounds Per Square Inch (PSI) into BAR, multiply 7.9 times .068948. The answer is 0.545 BAR.

Inflating a Soccer Ball

Soccer balls lose air pressure over time. Sometimes over a few days (soccer balls that use butyl bladders keep air pressure longer than balls that use latex bladders). Be sure to check the pressure frequently to make sure the ball is properly inflated. Therefore, invest in a good ball pump, have a supply of inflation needles and use a low pressure gauge to measure for proper inflation.

Before you first inflate a soccer ball, place a couple drops of silicone oil or silicone lubricant spray or glycerin oil into the valve. You can purchase one of the oils or spray at your local hardware store. Using one of the lubricants will improve the life of the valve and lubricate the valve for easy insertion of the inflation needle.

Always moisten the inflation needle before you insert it into the valve. Preferably, use some silicon oil to moisten the needle.
Manufacturers recommend that you reduce the air pressure in your match balls after a game to reduce the amount of stress on the ball seams or stitching. Be sure to inflate the ball back to proper pressure before the match.

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Quest Soccer reminds everyone that proper UV sun protection is the key to a healthy and happy soccer camp experience

The Quest Soccer Camp reminds all of our campers and their families that protection from the sun is not only healthy but is necessary. Every year we implore our campers to bring sunscreen and to apply it before heading on to the soccer field at a Quest Soccer Camp. To make it even easier we have added an intercative UV Sun Ray index to this blog. To access the UV Sun Ray index for your area just click the link and add your zip code HERE

For added healthy Quest Soccer Camp information go to our recent post on Hydration by clicking HERE





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Quest Soccer Camp website undergoes a makeover

The highly popular Quest Soccer Camp website is undergoing a startling makeover. The new website is scheduled to be unveiled within a few days. One of the new features will be a direct link to this blog .

Also on tap is direct routing to any of our Quest Soccer Camps as well as Quest Soccer Camp Corordinator biographies. Keep checking the Quest Soccer Blog or the Quest Soccer website for more information.

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Florida Soccer Scene Now Interview with Quest Soccer Camp Director Jason Aquila about expansion and the acquisition of Coach Ron Basile

Mike Hearns and Ron Basile Southern Connecticut State University Soccer teammates (1981)


By Kenia Marrero Fuentes

Florida Soccer Scene Now Magazine

Florida Soccer Scene Now (FSSN) How exactly was it that Ron Basile became a part of Quest Soccer Camps?
Quest Soccer Camp Director Jason Aquila (JA) "Myself and Mike Hearns are both the founders and directors of the Quest Soccer Camp. Mike and Ron were teammates at Southern Connecticut State University from 1980 on to 1984. Southern Connecticut State University has a stellar reputation that has gone on for nearly 30 years continuously. It is a great college soccer program. The list of Southern Connecticut players, and players who are now coaches, is beyond impressive. Now with Ron rejoining up with Mike, we feel that the Quest Soccer Camps just took a quantum leap."
FSSN: Can you elaborate more about these teammates of Mike and Ron Basile?
JA: "Its overwhelming. Almost too hard to document. University of Connecticut Head Men's Soccer Coach Ray Reid, as well as assistant coach John Deeley. The University of Bridgeport Head Men's Soccer Coach Brian Quinn, Fairfield University Women's Head Soccer Coach Jim O'Brien, The Citadel Women's Head Soccer Coach Bob Winch, Former MLS champions The Kansas City Wizards Coach Brian Bliss , I truly lose track sometimes. Mike or Ron should probably be answering this question because they know more than I but from the top of my head those names come to mind.
FSSN:  How did Ron Basile become a part of Quest Soccer Camps?
JA: "Ron was looking to further his already notable soccer experiences in the soccer camp world and he contacted Mike and here we are about to embark on a dual trip of talent and expansion.
FSSN: What can you tell us about Ron Basile?
JA: Ron Basile is still the all time leading scorer at Southern Connecticut State University, that's a record that has held for over 25 years. When you think of all the national tournaments and national championships won by that program, coupled with the players who have come out of that program, advancements in shoe design, turf technology, nutrition information, strength and conditioning advances, and so on it is amazing that he scored as many goals as he did and how it has stood the test of time. Ron played professionally in Belgium as well as Haiti and was a continual All New England, All American, and All Region player. He was selected for the then named "Iron Horse Award" which is awarded to the best high school player in New York.
FSSN: What do you see in the future for Quest Soccer Camps?
JA:  "In the short run we foresee continual expansion, but we also see in the long run that expansion to be moderated and directed by our outstanding staff like Tim Shea, Donna Holyman, and now Ron Basile. Innovative, quality fused soccer mixed with fun and educational approaches to the world's game with some of the best current and former players we can get."
FSSN: Sounds like you have a winning combination
JA:"In more ways than one."
FSSN: "Thank you Jason and we hope to see more of Quest Soccer Camps in the future.
JA: "Thank you and we'll be looking for you."




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FC Raptors head soccer coach Ron Basile joins the Quest Soccer Camp

MIAMI- The Quest Soccer Camps announced today the addition of Ron Basile to the Quest Soccer Camp. Ron Basile is currently the head coach of FC Florida Raptors of the U.S Premiership Soccer League. Ron is also currently the assistant coach of the Jensen Beach Boys High School Soccer Team. Ron Basile has an extensive soccer legacy and the Quest Soccer Camp looks forward to having Ron on board. Ron will be the Camp coordinator for Quest Soccer Camp in Ft. Pierce.



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Quest Soccer Camps reminds everyone that hydration is the key to a healthy and happy camp experience

Staying hydrated during the long hot summer months is vital to a fun and enjoyable camp experience. The Quest Soccer Camp reminds all parents and campers to bring individual water bottles for their time at Quest Soccer Camp or the Quest Net assault Camp. Each Quest Soccer Camp instructor has an assigned insulated mobile beverage cooler which they wheel out their field for each session. Your child's water bottle can be stored in the cold iced confines of the cooler and readily available. The Quest Soccer Camp also provides hydration breaks, water fountains on premises, and at the Quest Soccer Palmetto Bay Camp campers are encouraged to use the invigorating swimming pool during the swim session. For an individual assessment of your hydration needs please go to the Quest Soccer Camp Hydration chart by clicking the link HERE.


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How does someone get the opportunity to work at one of the Quest Soccer Camps?

The Quest Soccer Camp receives constant inquiries from soccer coaches and players about working at one of the Quest Soccer Camps. The process is relatively easy. High School age players are signed on as instructor aides, while college players as well as those out of college are signed on as instructors. A detailed resume of your soccer and work experience needs to be submitted via online or regular U.S mail. Please label your email "Quest Soccer Applicant" to avoid any spam file mishaps. All relative information can be found by clicking the link HERE.
A Background Investigation by Pebi Services will be conducted on college or older applicants. The Quest Soccer Camps are always looking for qualified, good natured instructors, counselors, aides, and assistants. Quest Soccer qualifies for the mandatory Florida High School community service hours program.



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Quest Soccer comes "full circle" in Virginia Gardens

Mike Hearns and Tim Shea both learned to play soccer in Virginia Gardens


The Quest Soccer Camp once again will be held at the recreation field located in the Village of Virginia Gardens. The Quest Soccer Camp at Virginia Gardens (Quest VG) plans to bring the same high quality soccer instruction from years past. Quest soccer staff members Mike Hearns, A.J Diaz,Chris Deno and Tim Shea all learned to play the game of soccer as children at the Virginia Gardens recreation field. "It's all coming full circle. " said Quest Soccer Camp Coordinator Tim Shea. "Mike and I were teammates in the 80's, he was A.J's first soccer coach when A.J was 9 years old, I taught Chris and now we've all worked and taught for Quest Soccer. Both Chris and A.J Diaz went on to be All Dade County Soccer Team members, Chris has been on a National Junior College Athletic Association Division 1 Championship team, while A.J went on to be the field goal kicker for the University of Alabama football team. I had my success at Wofford and Mike's success at Southern Connecticut State University is very well known." said Tim.
"An assembled staff with great competency and success married with hometown roots. How can you top that?" asked Tim

The Quest VG dates are: July 21-25, and July 28- August 1 2008
Contact Quest Soccer Camp at (305) 491-1427
P.O Box 566452 Miami, FL 33256-6452

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Quest Soccer gears up for Soccer Camps in 2008

Quest Soccer Camps is in the midst of gearing up for their Quest Soccer Camps in 2008. "This year we expect to have a higher than normal turn out as we are reverting our prices back to those of two years ago." said Jason Aquila one of the Quest Soccer Camp Directors. "Plus we are once again offering the college prep and high school intensive Quest Net Assault Camp."





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Quest Soccer returns to Virginia Gardens in the summer of 2008

Quest Soccer Camp under the guidance of Tim Shea will be returning to Virginia Gardens in the sumer of 2008 Check www.Questsoccer.com or http://floridasoccercamp.blogspot.com for upcoming information on the Virginia Gardens Quest Soccer Camp or call (305)491-1427

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Donna Holyman is a driving factor in the success of Quest Soccer Camps

Donna Holyman is a driving factor in the success of the Quest Soccer Camp Program. Donna brings great collegiate playing experience, coaching experience, and national team experience to the Quest Soccer Camp. Donna recently served as an assistant coach at The University of South Florida Women's Soccer Team, and prior to that was an assistant women's soccer team coach at Barry University, working with all aspects of the program including recruiting, planning practices and games, and NCAA compliance.
She spent six years as an assistant coach at the University of Kansas (KU). She was primarily responsible for all aspects of recruiting for the KU soccer program. She was instrumental in bringing highly-regarded incoming classes to Kansas.
A top player at both Hartford and Colorado as a collegian from 1994-97, she started all 74 games of her career, scoring 27 goals with 17 assists. She led the Hawks to back-to-back North Atlantic Conference titles and consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances before transferring to Colorado as a senior. In her one season in Boulder, she paced the Buffaloes with six goals and four assists in 18 games that season.
In addition, her playing experience included stints with the Under-20 Canadian Women’s National Team and the U-23 Ontario Team which competed in the 1993 World University Games.
Away from the collegiate coaching scene, Holyman was also the head coach of the Plantation Eagles U-18 girls’ soccer team for two seasons in Florida and for six years was an assistant coach for the U-14 and U-18 Olympic Development Program in Overland Park, Kansas. Donna is a native of Burlington, Ontario, and she received her bachelor’s degree in sociology from Colorado in 1998. She earned her master’s in education (sports administration) at KU in 2004. Holyman has her “B” license from the United State Soccer Federation.

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Quest Net Assault camper Ceci Colon scores 37 goals enroute to her selection to the 2008 Miami Herald All Dade Women's Soccer Team

Ceci Colon, a previous Quest Soccer Camp attendee, and a Quest Net Assault attendee has been named to the 2008 Miami Herald All Dade County Women's Soccer team. Ceci a sophomore at Miami's Westminster Christian School had 37 goals and 22 assists for the lady warriors. Quest Net Assault Coach Tim Shea saw a huge rise in Ceci's goal scoring ability based on her performance at the Quest Net Assault Camp. "What I saw in Ceci was a rapid awareness and connectivity to her, and her relationship to the goal. Ceci developed a quick and decisive mindset coupled with the technical and tactical advantages we gave her." Ceci not only attended the Quest Net Assault Camp but she is also a Quest Soccer Camp alumni and current staff member. Jason Aquila the Director of the Quest Soccer Camp stated that "Fundamentally Ceci is one of the best in the county and destined for even bigger numbers. Her participation in the Quest Net Assault Camp not only dramatically improved her game but elevated her into the top scoring rankings of Dade County. Even as a sophomore she has caught the eye of plenty of college coaches."
The Quest Soccer Camp has had on staff 11 Miami Herald All Dade County Soccer team members.

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Quest Soccer Camp reminds campers to apply for the Jenna Johnson REACH scholarship

The Quest Soccer Camp once again has implemented the Jenna Johnson REACH scholarship. Jenna was a University of Miami standout player and saw action with the United States National Women's Soccer Team. Originally from Chicago, was an instructor for two years at the Quest Soccer Camp in Palmetto Bay (Miami) Florida. Jenna died suddenly in 2005 while training to run in a pediatric AIDS charity marathon. Jenna was a bright light to all of us here at the Quest Soccer Camp and we welcome all campers to go to our website at www,Questsoccer.com and log onto the REACH scholarship page and apply

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Quest Soccer Director Jason Aquila says Quest Soccer Camp at Palmetto Bay will slash cost of Quest Soccer Camp to 2006 prices

The Quest Soccer Camp held in Miami's Palmetto Bay has decided to alleviate the strain of these tough economic times and is returning to 2006 prices. Citing the rising cost of fuel, and other staples Quest Soccer Director Jason Aquila has decided that he doesn't want to see people squeezed at each and every turn.
"Like everyone else we at Quest Soccer Camp here in Palmetto Bay are feeling the crunch but we have been able to put some market factors behind us and we want to pass those savings on to our players and their families." said Aquila.
"By no stretch of the imagination will it be easy but hopefully if we can tighten our belt and give these good families a break someone else will too."

The Quest Soccer Camp at Palmetto Bay will be held in it's 8th year at Westminster Christian School in South Central Miami Dade County sandwiched between historic Old Cutler Road and the azure waters of Biscayne Bay just off of Coral Reef Drive. "The facilities at Westminster Christian School are top notch and every player gets a soccer ball, and a t-shirt all for less than last year. Quest Soccer is doing their part to make soccer fun and affordable for the youth of Dade County." said Aquila

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Right here in South Florida, a soccer tradition has begun, and your child can be a part of it

In just one week, our expert instructors will provide a solid footing in soccer fundamentals, giving your aspiring star the skills to help them become a better and more proficient player. We strive to help your child excel on and off the field, with special emphasis on the camaraderie of team play.

The Quest Soccer Method crafts a program geared to all skill levels, while making sure campers learn in a safe and fun environment.

The Quest Soccer Camp has emerged as South Florida's premier soccer camp. The assembled directors and staff of the Quest Soccer Camp have steadily continued to bring their absolute best soccer instruction to the youth of South Florida. We invite you to explore all the pages of our website and come to know us and experience our commitment to the soccer community.

Come witness our commitment to the community off of the field by visiting our charitable partners via the boxed links on this page. This year we have re-named the REACH Scholarship in honor of our former instructor, Jenna Johnson, who passed away in 2006. We have joined forces with the "Draw a breath" and "Soccer kicks for Cancer" organizations.  Quest soccer continues to reach for the best in us so we can give you our best.

We invite you to learn more about our camp, and how we can help give your child a fun-filled, rewarding and truly affordable experience.