Taken fom USLSoccer.com
Gregory Cox, the father of U15 Northern Virginia Majestic forward Meghan Cox, entered a photo of his daughter during a match last season into
Sony’s Shoot For The FIFA World Cup Contest. Now they are heading to the World Cup to take part in an on-the-pitch pregame ceremony as one of the official FIFA Flag Bearers at the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa.
Meghan, who is set to attend her second SYL ODP National Camp in Tampa, Florida from Wednesday, March 3 through Sunday, March 7, has also agreed to give USLsoccer.com a Super Y-League (SYL) perspective on the 2010 World Cup during her stay in South Africa. As a lead into her first venture into the world of journalism, USLsoccer.com recently asked the talented striker a few questions regarding her time in the Super Y-League.
USLsoccer.com: How have you been playing in the SYL with the Majestics?
Meghan Cox: I have been playing three years with the Majestics.
USLsoccer.com: How did your SYL season go?
Meghan Cox: SYL season was amazing. We played our hearts out and made it to the SYL North American Finals. I was selected to the "All Tournament Team" as a result of my play in the tournament. The SYL has had a huge impact on my growth and progress as a soccer player. Not only playing SYL but also my SYL/regular season coach of five years, Marie Schweitzer. She has had a huge part in my development as a player and my understanding of the game. The competitive nature of the league and the competition is phenomenal.
USLsoccer.com: How did you learn about the photo competition?
Meghan Cox: The photo contest was posted on the Washington Area Girls League website and my mom saw it and recommended my dad enter some photos.
USLsoccer.com: If you had a choice, which match would you have chosen to attend?
Meghan Cox: It would have to be England vs. USA.
USLsoccer.com: What position do you play?
Meghan Cox: I have been predominately a forward. However, with my new regular season team, I have been playing defender. I will play anywhere on the field, including goalie.
USLsoccer.com: What is your favorite part of playing soccer?
Meghan Cox: My favorite part of soccer is not about winning, scoring or socializing. It is about learning the game, progressing as a player and as a team and fighting until the end, whether winning or losing.
