C.A.P.S. - Child and Parent Soccer Clinic Kick it with USC!9th Annual USC/YMCA Soccer Clinic Benefiting Children's ChanceWho: The USC men's soccer team and the Columbia YMCA are sponsoring a parent/child soccer clinic for ages 4-14. The proceeds will go to Children's Chance, an organization whose mission is to help children with cancer and their families.
What: The 9th Annual Clinic first and foremost will be fun! It is geared towards parents and children being together to learn soccer from the Carolina Gamecock coaching staff and Varsity soccer team. Children will be grouped according to age and ability, while parents are welcome to participate or observe. Separate parental topics include rules of the game, introduction of basic skills, and small group and team tactics used in the game of soccer. Carolina soccer players will be available for autographs after each session.
When and Where: Saturday, February 16 & Sunday, February 17 at the USC Indoor Facility on Whaley Street from 2:00-4:30 p.m. each day -- rain or shine!
What to Bring: Each child should bring a soccer ball, shinguards, water, and appropriate soccer apparel for the clinic. Parents should dress appropriately to observe or participate (soccer shoes optional, portable/lawn chair encouraged).
Cost: The cost for the clinic is $50 for YMCA members and $60 for non-members. The cost includes a t-shirt and snacks.
Register by February 9th to reserve your t-shirtLate registration and walk-in registration is available, but a t-shirt is not guaranteed.
Send application and check to:
YMCA Soccer Camp
1420 Sumter Street
Columbia, SC 29201
If you have any questions about registration, please call David Snodgrass at the YMCA (803) 799-7159.
For more information on Children's Chance (Helping Families Face Pediatric Cancer), please visit Children's Chance or contact them at (803) 254-5996 or via mail at P.O. Box 7453, Columbia, SC 29202.
