Sport & Sustainability Soccer on the Green
In response to Covid- 19, and as part of Cork City Council’s Wellness Programme, Sports & Sustainability teamed up with the FAI Football Development Officer to deliver “Soccer on the Green”. In recognising the social, mental and physical benefits that physical activity can bring, it was important to have children interacting again and partaking in sport. Throughout the month of July, FAI coaches visited housing estates in Togher, Bishopstown, Glanmire, Ballyvolane and Donnybrook to help youths develop their soccer skills. We also teamed up with Foróige to deliver two further sessions for youth availing of their services, and with Tusla to deliver a session for youth living in emergency accommodation. In each session, groups of 12 girls and boys were put through their paces, practicing keepy-uppies, dribbling and ball control, all while maintaining a social distance.
Below are some photos of participants enjoying the events.
Soccer on the Green
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