Instead of watching from the sidelines, these players are helping spread the word that "We play soccer, because we can". A special thank you to all those who made this possible; we encourage anyone that would like to get involved with TOPSoccer, either as a player or volunteer to contact us. Our goal is to expand throughout the State of Alaska and provide fun and healthy competition for kids with disabilities, because life doesn't need to stop there and so shouldn't the game of soccer. Let's Play!

Thank you to all the participants, buddies and adults.

A great time was had by all!

Robert and Jan

Joe and Polly-Beth are the honorary goalies for the final PKs!

"I thought you had it!"

Team Strategy with Coach Robert

Team work at it's best

TOPSoccer is a National Program that reaches 4.5 million children with disabilities into the game of soccer. It opens up the game of soccer to any boy or girl, who has a mental or physical disability. It started small as a grassroots effort by parents with a wonderful vision. Then US Youth Soccer nurtured it. Now, with the generous backing of Uniroyal Tire, it's fast becoming one of the most widely praised youth sports program in America.

The unique thing about TOPSoccer is that each program is different and is created around the needs of the participants. Additionally, TOPSoccer athletes are placed on teams according to ability, not age.

Currently we have three areas offering a TOPSoccer Program:

Anchorage area: Alaska Rush Soccer Club

Eagle River area: Eagle River Soccer Club

Homer area: Soccer Association of Homer

To establish a program in your area, contact Robert DeVassie at TopSoccer@alaskayouthsoccer.org

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