TOPSoccer - United Futbol Academy

TOPSoccer

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TOPSoccer is for youths with varying disabilities that are given the opportunity to play soccer in a caring coaching environment. This is a national soccer program that is also a feeder program to recruit, assess and train players to participate in competition offered by existing sports organization for people with disabilities.

There are many of young athletes with disabilities around us who are looking for an opportunity to play. These children are already in our programs … they are sitting on our sideline benches and chairs watching their siblings play. United FA wants to give them a chance to play too.

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Basic Information about the Program

Start Date: March 12, 2012
Practice is at Fowler Park, Mondays from 5:45 – 6:30 PM on the turf field
Games will be April 14 and May 5.

8-9 sessions of 45 minutes each (once/week); 2 games
Youths ages 4 - 14 with mental or physical disabilities
Participants can be male or female
Placement of players based on ability, not age
Start Date: March 12, 2012

Benefits of the Program

Meaningful experience for players.
Achievement of individual goals.
The TOPSoccer athlete will develop a sense of belonging to a community and will learn the value of being part of a team.
The athlete will experience an increase in self-esteem, fitness and social skills.
Emphasis on ability not disability.

Fees

All ages $40/player
Uniforms and insurance included in fees
Only new players need to fill out the forms - but you still must register for the program.

For general TOPSoccer information, contact Tim Johannesson at tj1497@gmail.com or call (404) 839-1425.

Want to volunteer?

While it is helpful to have some experience with children that have disabilities it is not a prerequisite. The teams/groups are coached and administered in much the same way as any recreational team. Contact Tim Johannesson at tj1497@gmail.com or call (404) 839-1425 to volunteer.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: All children with Down Syndrome must have atlanto-axial series xray completed and results reviewed prior to first practice.