Greater Pine Island Elks to hold Soccer Shoot Program Saturday
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Greater Pine Island Lodge #2781 is launching the Elks Soccer Shoot Program.
As organizers said in a press release, the program aims to keep our youth focused and engaged in positive activities, steering them away from undesirable influences.
The Elks’ program to support local kids’ soccer play will be held Saturday, Oct. 26, beginning at 9 a.m. Registration will be at Fire Station 1 in Bokeelia.
Soccer has become the sport of choice for many young people, from toddlers to teens, in urban and suburban settings. The Elks Soccer Shoot Program offers a structured and fun way for children to develop their soccer skills while participating in friendly competitions.
The program, which will take place at Phillips Park, features two distinct contests tailored to different age groups and skill levels:
Five Goal Contest: This contest is designed for U-8 participants (ages 7 and younger) and consists of five goals that decrease in size from 48 inches to 17 inches.
Contestants will kick from a distance of 15 feet from the face of the goal. Boys and girls will compete separately in this exciting challenge.
Grid Goal Contest: This contest utilizes a full-size goal sectioned off to allow participants to score points by kicking the ball into designated areas. The age groups for this contest include U-10 (ages 8-9), U-12 (ages 10-11), and U-14 (ages 12-13). Similar to the Five Goal Contest, boys and girls will compete separately.
Winners from each contest will have the opportunity to advance through various levels of competition, including local lodge, district, state and region. The top performers at both the state and region levels will have their scores submitted to the national level, where a national champion will be determined for each age and gender group.
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks is a nationwide organization dedicated to community service, charitable giving, and fostering a spirit of camaraderie among its members. The Greater Pine Island Elks #2781 is committed to positively impacting the local community through various events and initiatives, including the Elks Soccer Shoot Program.
If you have any questions, please contact Exalted Ruler John Hotzfield at hotzfield@gmail.com.