Thread by @JosephineFirat

(1/5) Can a #soccer friend (player, coach, parent) explain why the word “#unlucky” is used in the game, especially with young impressionable minds?

I have a couple of issues with it...

(2/5) “Unlucky” is the false sense that something other than the player had something to do with the undesired outcome. There could be a whole list of reasons for the outcome, none of which have to do with #luck.

(3/5) Saying “unlucky” when something doesn’t go your way implies that when things do, you’re “LUCKY.” Luck means it had nothing to do with #hardwork & #preparation. I don’t say “unlucky” when it doesn’t go your way.

(4/5) And I don’t say “good luck” to anyone, especially my kid when he’s about to play or do anything. I don’t want him to rely on random magical intervention. I want him to go into situations knowing he’s #prepared.

(5/5) My opinion: “Unlucky” is an #excuse while you wait for luck to determine your fate. Would love to hear your thoughts.