Sport around the Highlands is beginning to work its way back into our lives with easing COVID restrictions.
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With senior and experienced athletes, it may be getting back to business as usual, but for some youngsters, it's the beginning of their sporting lives.
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Little legend and future soccer superstar, Eric will be pulling up the socks and donning the cleats as he plays soccer for the first time.
"It feels awesome because it makes me feel really happy," Eric said.
"I'm glad we get to play this year after we had to stop earlier because of COVID-19."
Eric will be playing for the mighty Exeter Soccer Club in the under-6 team. It's not just the game itself he loves.
"I like training and the games we play at training," Eric said.
"I also like that I get to play soccer with my friends."
Eric is looking to be the complete package in his soccer career. He's even following his dad's footsteps and supporting the Hammers.
"I want to be an "all rounder" and try every position because I love to run around," he said.
"I go for West Ham United because they're my dad's team."
If your sporting club has a player profile they'd like shared, please contact our sportswriter Matt Welch at: matt.welch@austcommunitymedia.com.au.
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