1. World of Soccer Kris Dolinsky

2. About Soccer Played world-wide by millions Ages vary from young to old

3. About Soccer Continued… Men and women both can play Leagues are established across the globe

4. Basics of the Game 11 players on the field Two forty-five minute halves Objective is scoring more than opposition

5. Rules continued… Only one position can use hands Kickoff starts the game

6. Soccer on Global Stage Much more popular outside United States Leagues on every continent excluding Antarctica

7. Soccer Overseas Most notable leagues: England, German, Spain However, rapidly growing in the U.S.A.

8. Soccer in the States-Men Major League Soccer, only professional league Started in 1996 with 10 teams Total is now at 19 teams

9. Soccer in the States-Women Women’s league failed to make impact Comeback is currently in the works

10. Notable World Tournaments FIFA World Cup played every four years European Champions League played annually