During that game. On tonight's 12 Inspires, a group from Greensboro is working on a big goal: to bring the joy of soccer to everyone, regardless of ability. Our star, Connor, shares more about the event that brought lots of smiles and support. Kick, kick. Ready, kick, start. Yay! This isn't just a sporting event. It's an event that celebrates inclusivity and accessibility. John has only played soccer once, so this is his second time, and he's doing pretty well. On Saturday, top athletes, coaches and volunteers gave up their time to ensure that everyone who attended could enjoy and benefit from soccer, regardless of their physical or intellectual abilities. I never had the opportunity to attend a clinic like this. I was thrown into able-bodied games growing up, so it was a struggle. But giving it back to them and giving them the game they love makes it that much more fun. Lisa Keefe's 13-year-old son, John, is autistic. She says it's important to create opportunities for people with special needs. A lot of people in the community don't understand that our kids are just like everyone else.They need the same care, the same love, the same activities. They just want to be involved and get that inclusion piece. Keefe says events like this remind everyone of the positive influence and support needed for people with special needs and their families. One, Two, Three Survivors
Free adaptive soccer clinic for people of all abilities to be held in Greensboro
Parents thank you for your support at a free adaptive soccer clinic for kids of all abilities in Greensboro
Updated: July 14, 2024 12:43 PM ET
A special event aimed at bringing the joy of soccer to everyone, regardless of ability, took place in Greensboro. The United Adaptive Soccer Association hosted a free clinic. This isn't just a sporting event; it's an event celebrating inclusivity and accessibility. “John has only played soccer once, but he's pretty good at it,” said parent Lisa Keith. Top athletes, coaches and volunteers gave their time Saturday to ensure all participants, regardless of physical or intellectual ability, could enjoy and benefit from soccer. TOP STORIESWinston-Salem crews say outdoor grill sparks house fire on Barry Oak Court, 5 evacuatedHigh Point 911 dispatcher charged with arson in house fire that kills 2 petsTwo North Carolina men charged with raping, kidnapping and strangling woman in carClick here to get the latest news stories”I was never offered the opportunity for a clinic like this growing up. To give it back to them and give them that game and what they love is even more fun,” said Josh McKinney, a 2024 National Football Hall of Fame inductee.Lisa Keith's 13-year-old son, John, has autism. She said it's important to create opportunities for people with special needs. “A lot of people in the community don't understand that our kids are just like everyone else. They need the same care, the same love, the same activities. They just want to be involved and be a part of it,” Keith said. Keith said events like this remind everyone of the positive impact and support they need for people with special needs and their families.WATCH: NOWCAST STREAMING NEWSCASTNAVIGATE: HOME | WEATHER | WATCH NOWCAST TV | LOCAL NEWS | NATIONAL | NEWS WE LOVE | DOWNLOAD THE WXII APP HERE TO GET THE LATEST NEWS AND WEATHER
A special event aimed at bringing the joy of soccer to everyone, regardless of ability, was held in Greensboro, where the United Adaptive Soccer Association hosted a free clinic.
This is more than just a sporting event – it's a celebration of inclusivity and accessibility.
“John has only played soccer once, but he's pretty good at it,” said parent Lisa Keith.
Top athletes, coaches and volunteers dedicated their time Saturday to ensuring that all participants, regardless of physical or intellectual ability, could enjoy and benefit from soccer.
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“I never had the opportunity to have clinics like this growing up, so it's even more fun to be able to give it back to the kids and expose them to soccer and what they love,” said 2024 National Football Hall of Fame inductee Josh McKinney.
Lisa Keith's 13-year-old son, John, has autism, and she said it's important to provide opportunities for people with special needs.
“A lot of people in the community don't understand that our kids are just like other kids. They need the same care, the same love, the same activities. They just want to be involved and be part of something,” Keith said.
Keith said events such as this remind everyone of the positive impact and support they need for people with special needs and their families.
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