Jr Irish TOPSoccer
Jr. Irish TOPSoccer is a recreational soccer program for children ages 5-12 with intellectual, emotional, or physical disabilities offered in partnership with LOGAN Community Resources. TOPSoccer provides people with diverse abilities an opportunity to play soccer in a structured environment that is safe, fun, supportive, and inclusive. Each player is matched up with a "Buddy" who play together during each session. The Player-Buddy relationship is maintained throughout the course of a season, resulting in strong interpersonal bonds and an establishment of trust and confidence that allows each player to achieve their full potential.
Dates Location Ages Cost
June 13, 20, 27 Hannah & Friends 5-12 year olds FREE
July 11, 18, 25 51250 Hollyhock Rd. Space Limited to 20 players
5:30-6:30pm South Bend, IN 46637
Registration Link for TOPSoccer Athletes
TOPSoccer Buddy Information
Buddy
TOPSoccer Buddy's
Each participant is assigned a volunteer, trained ‘Buddy’ who is typically a little older and neurotypical. This Buddy works with their player individually and makes sure they are safe, engaged, supported, and having fun. The player-Buddy relationship is maintained throughout the course of a season, resulting in strong interpersonal bonds and an establishment of trust and confidence that allows each player to achieve their full potential.