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TOPsoccer
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CLICK HERE to register for TOPSoccer. When asked "Program Type" - choose "TOPSoccer". When asked about being a team official, choose "I am not registering a recreational player at this time". Then you will be taken to the TOPSoccer registration page. If you have any problems or questions with registration, please email debbie@atlsoccer.com.
TOPSoccer is for youths with varying disabilities that are given the opportunity to play soccer in a caring coaching environment. This is a national soccer program that is also a feeder program to recruit, assess and train players to participate in competition offered by existing sports organization for people with disabilities.
There are many of young athletes with disabilities around us who are looking for an opportunity to play. These children are already in our programs … they are sitting on our sideline benches and chairs watching their siblings play. ASA wants to give them a chance to play too.
Basic Information about the Program:
- 8 sessions of 45 minutes each (once/week); 2 games
- Youths ages 4 - 19 with mental or physical disabilities
- Participants can be male or female
- Placement of players based on ability, not age
Benefits of the Program
- Meaningful experience for players.
- Achievement of individual goals.
- The TOPSoccer athlete will develop a sense of belonging to a community and will learn the value of being part of a team.
- The athlete will experience an increase in self-esteem, fitness and social skills.
- Emphasis on ability not disability.
Fees: All ages $40/player*
*Uniforms and insurance included in fees
For more information, please contact Tim Johannesson:
Phone # 404-839-1425
Email: Tim Johannesson
Want to volunteer? While it is helpful to have some experience with children that have disabilities it is not a prerequisite. The teams/groups are coached and administered in much the same way as any recreational team.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: All children with Down Syndrome must have atlanto-axial series xray completed and results reviewed prior to first practice.
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