Special-Needs Soccer Program Has Fall Openings

The Ridgewood Soccer Association (RSA) has positions open in its special-needs program for the fall season. The clinic offers individual attention from members of the women’s Ridgewood High School soccer team for children ages five to 14 who need the extra help.

"It is fun just to see the players hang out with the high school girls," said program director Bill Behan, in a . He explained how kids and the girls from the school relate well to each other, which fosters a special bond between them and encourages the kids with special needs to really feel comfortable.

The program draws between ten and 20 children each year.

“Whether a player is new to soccer or a seasoned veteran of the program, the aim is to develop skills, promote fitness, and emphasize the fun aspects of soccer,” said an RSA press release.

Sessions run on Saturday afternoons from September through early November. Each player will receive an RSA team shirt and a soccer ball. See the complete program details on Community Pass, and register at www.ridgewoodsoccer.org. Questions

can be sent to registrar@ridgewoodsoccer.org.