Soccer Bag Checklist for Teens
My daughter, Chloe, isn't a little girl running around on the soccer field anymore. She is a teenager who is super serious about playing soccer and maybe even a little obsessed with it. In the last 10 months she has played on 3 different teams and is becoming incredibly self-sufficient when it comes to her soccer bag and whatever's inside it.

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Essential gear—includes all the obvious things like shin guards, goalie gear, cleats, socks, etc.
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Soccer Ball
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Mouth guards
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Hair ties and headbands to keep hair out of the way
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Hairbrush
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Small first aid kit—include bandaids, antibiotic ointment, disinfectant wipes, ibuprofen/Tylenol, an instant cold pack, and a few large bandages for bigger scrapes
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Sunscreen/lip balm
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Bug spray
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Plastic bag for wet uniforms and stinky socks
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Warm-up pants
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Long-sleeved sports shirts and sports leggings for cold weather games
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Beanie or winter headband
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Soccer sandals or other slip on shoes for after the game
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Phone—especially important when parents can't attend the game
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Snacks—healthy, high protein snacks and fruit are best
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Water bottle
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Sports drink