“ I want these local Meetups because I think it's a great way to meet people and have fun! I'm new to the area and wanted to get outdoors and active with more meet-ups. See you soon! - Andrew ”

“ Go Pack! ”

“ 30 years old, ex soccer star, love to eat right, exercise and be fit, aim to improve my conditioning and get in more high intensity soccer games ”

“ Hi I am an east coaster who moved out to OC about 6 months ago. I am new to backpacking and would love to become more experienced. ”

“ Hi there, my name is Moira. I am English, from Manchester, and am a huge Manchester United fan. I have lived in New York for 5 years now and am looking for new people who share this common interest. ”

“ Looking to play soccer or flag football in Huntington, NY ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I LOVE to play, but can't ever find people. And, because I've diagnosed myself with ADHD, I can't organize anything, so someone needs to step up! ”

“ hey! is any pick up games going on in mc caren park @8pm besides tuesday??? ”

“ I love to play soccer! I would like to make new friends! ”

“ I live in Park Slope and have been playing soccer all my life. I'm just looking to get out an have a little fun! ”

“ hi guys...i want to play soccer all this summer ”

“ Hi I am looking for people to get involved with my groups. I would love to work with any organizer on events. Please get in contact with me. ”

“ Love soccer and been playing all over nyc and love the idea of more pickup events ”

“ I'm eager to watch anything that may teach me something about myself, the human mind, society, the world and universe. It can be a scientific documentary or a satirical approach to absurds of everyday life. ”

“ A boy, a digital camera, and a website...you do the math. http://www.digitalnap.org ”

“ I love play soccer.. Tell me where and I will play. ”

“ To play soccer in New York. ”

“ Hi- just moved back to NYC from Uruguay- my father's country-so it's in the blood!! Love the game and would love to find a group in the area to play with. I've been playing on the beaches all summer in Uruguay but ready to hit some Brooklyn turf! ”

“ hey I heard about you guys from Steve. I live in the neighborhood and am always looking for a friendly game of pickup. -A ”

“ Been playing games for a while, love multiplayer and am new to city, so thought this would work well. ”

“ Hi - It's been a while since I played soccer (played in junior high & high school). Would be great to play this fun sport again! ”

“ I did not grow up playing soccer, but after watching my kids (now teenagers) play for many years and seeing how much fun it was, I could not resist the urge to learn how to play. I began taking classes and playing pickup about 18 months ago and am l ”

“ I've been playing at McCarren since 1994 and have been waiting for them to install lights at the oval since then. ”

“ Hi, I moved to NYC little a bit more then half a year ago from Holland. It has been too long now - it's time for me to pick up soccer again. Josh Nelkin, a good friend of mine, told me about this meeting on every Sunday. Please let me know! ”

“ Hey Ryan - we played together last spring with Prospect Park. Local & friendly sounds great. ”

“ Hi, I would like play some easy going soccer. I recently moved from Los Angeles where I played club soccer as well as co-ed pick up games. I am in my 30s so more interested in cool people and exercise than heavy competition. Will play any position. ”

“ Just moved to New York City and have been playing some pick up games at Riverside Park. ”

“ Looking to have some fun and hit the pitch. I have been playing since I was a kid. I am very versatile and can play any position but I don't think you would want me to play keeper. :) I'm really looking forward to it! ”

“ i am from england and support liverpool ”

“ Hi, I'd like to play pick-up on Tuesday nights. Can you please add me? Thanks! Michelle ”

“ I used to be pretty good at Cribbage, or at least better than my Dad. It has been a while since I played and I'd like to try playing again. ”

“ Had a great time during the summer season at McCarren Park, looking forward to another great season in the winter. eric ”

“ Hi. I live in Greenpoint and I played varsity soccer in high school when I lived in Turkey. I like to play some soccer for fun and meet people. ”

“ yes ”

“ Long time soccer urchin up at McCarren Park. Happy to meet neighbors and play in some regular games. ”

“ My name is Ran and I love soccer. ”

“ I love the outdoors and think it would be nice to get away from the city for a weekend and meet people who like to do the same. I love to hike, and take photos as well and am looking forward to exploring both those hobbies while camping. ”

“ Hey...I live in the neighborhood and am always looking for a game. Beats the gym any day. Gianluca ”

“ I would like to watch a couple of games and then play, I haven't been on any team since I was in junior high. I'm a social worker and community organizer who lives in Bushwick. I am 25 years old. ”

“ My Name Po and I need soccer in my life. ”

“ Hey I'm fresh of the boat from Iceland wich where I used to play intermediate soccer three times a week. I really love to play and your crew sounds like something I would like. I'm ambitious in my style but at the same time relaxed. ”

“ More soccer! Thanks for creating this group, Ryan. Can I join? Please? ”

“ I love soccer and will play any chance I get. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love the Dead ”

“ I want local Softball Meetups because I love playing Softball and I need to find a group of fun people to do it with! ”

“ Hiya! I'm Mike and I just moved to Bushwick a short time ago. Looking to meet new people while chasing a ball. I'm pretty unskilled though; an experienced player would probably make me look a fool. ”

“ Sounds good. Always down for a friendly game. ”

“ hi, i'm an english guy living in bushwick. i tried to start a team with a few other people from my building but it fell apart. we didn't all have the time to commit. this meet up sounds like exactly what i am looking for. local and easy going. ”

“ I am glad to see someone is organizing the pickup soccer scene at McCarren Park. I live just north of the park a couple blocks and have been playing at McCarren for the last year and a half or so. Thanks, Bill ”

“ I love playing the game as much as possible. ”

“ Hello, my name is Diego and I heard about your group through a friend. I am a huge soccer enthusiast and I live in NYC. I have played soccer all my life and this group seems logical to join. I am up to play for fun, and have a good time. ”

“ hi ”

“ Hi, my name is Ray and I'm getting FAT!!! ”

“ very passionate about soccer. love to play the game for the sake of playing win or lose it should still be a fun time. i live in williamsburg, im surprised i havent heard about this group earlier would have loved to play last year as well. thanks. ”

“ I play soccer at McCarren on Sundays with a pick up league. One of the players suggested playing Tuesdays as well. Sounds like a good opportunity to get some exercise during the week. ”

“ gunnar sent me an email to add me to the list. ”

“ joined to get back to playing soccer ”

“ best soccer memory: Having my suggested team name, The WildWings be chosen for my pre-teen soccer team. Also, i can juggle on my head like 20 times, no joke. Soccer is so fun! ”

“ Hi, I love football and I hope to meet some interesting folks. ”

“ Hi, I am hoping to come back to playing soccer after dealing with an injury for some years. I want to share my passion for soccer (was a pro many years ago) and while motivating myself to become a coach. ”

“ Sometimes in soccer you have to score goals ”

“ as you can see i play - someone organize something damnit ”

“ depending on what ends up happening here i could be down. i live in bklyn heights but i wouldn't mind travelling a bit to play. ”

“ Hello, I love the sport and it's one of the few activities I actually enjoy which help me stay somewhat in shape. I used to live in Greenpoint and am very familiar with the area. My brother, William, is a member and he recommended the group. ”

“ Hey there, I live in the neighbourhood and would love to come out for some fun, recreational soccer. I've played on and off for 20 years and miss the game! Let me know if there's any other info you would need from me. ”

“ Hi, I play with the prospect park group and would love to be able to play more. I'm turning into a soccer addict. ”

“ I'm looking to test how out of shape I am... And play some soccer. ”

“ Hi - I am interested in playing soccer on a regular basis to keep fit and sharpen my skills with good folks. I played growing up and in high school. Played some over the summer as well. Would be nice to join ... Thanks, Al ”

“ Yo, me and 2 friends live right by the park and we'd like to play soccer whenever ya know. Let us know, all the best, a.r. ”