The New York Cosmos announced on Tuesday that they will hold a series of free :Back to School’ soccer clinics in the coming weeks. Featuring the Cosmos Coaches and Players for the children in the Metropolitan Area, as a part of the team’s ongoing tradition of giving back to the community.
2013 New York Cosmos. Photo by: Stacy Podelski/ 1495 Sports
Four clinics thus far have been coordinated with youth organizations in Brooklyn, Queens and Long Island and will be available to children between the ages of 7 and 14 in the first weeks of September.
“The New York Cosmos are committed to offering the best experience for our fans,” Cosmos Chief Operating Officer Erik Stover said. “We also see ourselves and our players as part of this community as well. It’s our privilege to give local kids the opportunity to work with and learn from some of our great athletes that play right here in New York.”
Those interested in the clinic are encouraged to go to www.nycosmostdp.com. Space is limited and is filling up fast.
“As a native New Yorker, being able to play for the Cosmos is a dream come true, and it’s made even more special when we get to go into the community and work directly with the next generation of American soccer stars,” said Cosmos captain Carlos Mendes, a Mineola native with more than a decade of experience in professional soccer.
The Coaches and Players involved in the clinic will participate in drills and work directly with the kids that are signed up. Afterwards the players will also be available to meet with the children and sign autographs.
Here are the scheduled clinics thus far:
Tuesday, Sept. 3
Roy Wilkins Field in Queens
5–6 pm; Ages 7-10
6:15–7:15 pm; Ages 11-14
Wednesday, Sept. 4
Aviator Field in Brooklyn
5–6 pm; Ages 7-10
6:15–7:15; pm Ages 11-14
Thursday, Sept. 12
Mitchel Athletic Complex, Uniondale
5–6 pm; Ages 7-10
6:15–7:15; pm Ages 11-14
Friday, Sept. 13
William Floyd High School in Mastic Beach
5–6 pm; Ages 7-10
6:15–7:15 pm; Ages 11-14