TOPSoccer
TOPSoccer (The Outreach Program for Soccer) - What is it?
TOPSoccer – also just known as TOPS -- is a community-based opportunity for young athletes with special needs to experience soccer, and an opportunity to get active and have fun.
TOPS was formed by US Youth Soccer to fulfill part of its mission statement which is, in part, "to foster the physical, mental and emotional growth and development of America's youth through the sport of soccer at all levels of age and competition."
The local TOPS team is organized by Pomperaug Soccer Club volunteers. The program is designed to bring the opportunity of learning and playing soccer to any boy or girl, who has a mental or physical disability. Our goal is to let athletes with special needs in area to become part of a Pomperaug soccer team.
For more info on TOPS soccer, click here
http://www.usyouthsoccer.org/
Or watch this video
How will the program be run?
TOPS will meet once a week on Saturday or Sunday for 8 weeks each Spring and Fall, at a field in Southbury or Middlebury. Exact dates will be published closer to each season. For players in Kindergarten through 12th grade, children, ages 5 to 17, will be introduced to soccer games, skills, drills and friendly scrimmage with players of similar abilities. Parents will be asked to be available during the sessions to assist our volunteers. Each player will receive a soccer T-shirt.
Fall 2024 Schedule:
- Saturdays 10:15-11:15am, 6 weeks starting 9/21. No sessions Columbus Day weekend.
- Ledgewood Field in Middlebury
How do I sign-up?
Registration is during the Spring & Fall periods - TOPS players can be registered on our Registration page - HERE. (Select the TOPS Program 'Participants' Only)
** Note players with Downs Syndrome will need a doctors note to participate. **
What can I do to help the program be successful?
Adult Volunteers and 'Buddies' are always needed - if interested you can register HERE. Select the TOPS Program 'Buddies' Only (under age 18) section.
If you or your business are interested in sponsoring Pomperaug Soccer Club TOPS, please contact the club (pomperaugsoccerclub@outlook.com).
What is the cost to register?
Cost is $40.
Other Questions???
Please contact pomperaugsoccerclub@outlook.com.
