Show leadership qualities.  Always be first class in the way you dress, talk, warm-up, and play during the game.

Be composed at all times. Carry yourself with confidence.

Show your general athletic ability, including running speed, technical speed, and your tactical speed of thought. 

Show your intelligence by making simple yet good decisions on and off the ball.

Show a variety of ways to get out of situations on the field.

Play with your head up in order to see the whole field.

Check to and demand the ball.

Switch the field of play via the long diagonal pass when appropriate.

Make simple passes at the correct time and with the proper speed.

Play one and two touch when necessary.

Emphasize your ability to play without the ball by making the proper runs into space.

When you tackle, tackle hard!

Take the ball out of the air quickly.

Win every head ball.

Showcase your strengths!