I believe that youth soccer is a staple of any community. It crosses many barriers like racial as well as financial. It helps kids self esteem and confidence. Also in a world where video games and the Twinkies rule. It helps kids as well as adults outside exercising. Even steers kids away from gangs and drugs. I am very thankful for soccer. My kid and I are pledging to help other kids join. Thank you.
Portland, OR

It plays a pivotal role in my community in McMinnville. The youth program in my community taught me so many lifelong lessons of teamwork, sportsmanship, leadership, and goal setting. It still continues even today. I was blessed with influential coaches that volunteer their own time to teach us such a wonderful game of soccer.
McMinnville, OR

Youth soccer is a key part of our local community. I've grown up watching young kids play soccer at the close by rec center, and am an avid Timbers supporter. Youth Soccer is important to get children to play a team sport and to learn the factors of team building and partnership.
Beaverton, OR

Youth soccer is so important because it teaches kids discipline, struggle, wins, losses, bouncing back all while having fun! It also increases activity levels in a world where obesity is on the rise. Soccer is just great!
Portland, OR

I believe that youth soccer is a staple of any community. It crosses many barriers like racial as well as financial. It helps kids self esteem and confidence. Also in a world where video games and the Twinkies rule. It helps kids as well as adults outside exercising. Even steers kids away from gangs and drugs. I am very thankful for soccer. My kid and I are pledging to help other kids join. Thank you.
Portland, OR