Soccer Program of Primarily Latinos Focuses on Prevention

Latino youths are benefiting from a free soccer program that's the first of its kind - and most of them don't even know that the camp's mission is to keep them away from illegal drugs.

"I just came to play soccer," said participant Luis Galdamez, 11. "I didn't know they'd be talking about drugs, too." Substance Abuse Prevention Services, in conjunction with Global Sports, hosted the soccer camp this week at Sugaw Creek Recreation Center Park for 100 area youths. Participants, ranging from 7 to 17, learned about soccer techniques from professional coaches as well as drug prevention tips from guest speakers.

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