2. Segundo Barrio Futbol Club was
formed in the summer of 2011
Its goal is seek to promote the participation
and development of youth soccer players
and youth soccer teams in El Paso's
Segundo Barrio neighborhood.
3. By the end of summer 2011 30
children were signed up to play
soccer.
Segundo Barrio FC entered two
teams in the Paso Del Norte league in
the Fall season.
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7. An under 10 team and an under
13 team.
Considering that it was our first season
and most of the kids had never played
on a team before it was a great success.
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15. The under 10 team even won
their bracket championship.
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18. Because all of our players are from
low income backgrounds there is no
charge to be on the team.
The club covers the costs of
registration and uniform.
19. Parents help out with cleats, shin
pads and transportation.
No child is turned away.
20. Our coaches are volunteers. They
are licensed with the United States
Soccer Federation and offer top
quality soccer instruction.
21. The players come from Aoy, Hart,
La Fe, and Guillen schools.
To be on the team they must
maintain good grades, attendence,
and behavior in school.
22. It costs about $300 per player
per year
This cover the costs of uniform,
registration, and equipment.
23. Segundo Barrio Futbol Club
colloborates with The Boys and Girls
Club, and with La Fe, Hart and Aoy
school.
24. We also enjoy the generous
support of donors like you.