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PLAYERS FROM THE #1 WOMEN’S NATIONAL SOCCER TEAM IN THE WORLD HOSTING LOCAL YOUTH TRAINING CLINICS IN CHICAGO
Youth Soccer Players Invited to “Meet The Players” and Take Part in Highly Personalized Clinics

CHICAGO, IL  (July 24, 2007) – The U.S. Women will converge in Chicago, IL, in preparation for a match against New Zealand at Soldier Field on August 12.  St. Charles, IL resident Marci Jobson makes a triumphant return to her home state with her teammates, in an effort reach to thousands of soccer fans on a personal level and to encourage physical activity and soccer participation among our nation’s youth.

“Returning my home state is exciting because this is where it all started for me and now young players get an opportunity to train with us and meet our amazing soccer players,” said Jobson. "While our team is preparing for the 2007 FIFA Women’s World Cup, we truly believe it’s so important to make the time as a Players’ Association to reach out to the local communities and share our experiences.” 

In cooperation with the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team Players’ Association and the US Youth Soccer Organization, soccer fans will have the chance to “Meet the Players” from the # 1 Women’s Soccer Team in the World at youth soccer clinics hosted before and after their USA vs. New Zealand match.

Numerous activities to promote the sport and connect with local youth soccer players will be hosted including one (1), 1 ½ -hour soccer training clinic session on Tuesday, August 7 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. and one (1), 3 ½ -hour exclusive training session on Monday, August 13 from 8:30 a.m.-Noon.  Both sessions will be held at soccer fields to be announced.

The 1 ½ -hour clinics will expose players to various basic skills combined with a personal “Meet the Players” autograph and photo session.  Registration fee is $40 with a 100-person limit.  The 3 ½ -hour exclusive clinic is a comprehensive training session including advanced skills and is designed for those players looking for more progressive training. Registration fee is $150 with a 50-person limit.
Registration is based on a first-come, first-served basis and space is limited. Interested participants are encouraged to register at www.thesoccerchampionstour.com. 

The players’ association is offering reduced clinic/game ticket packages that offer a $10-15 savings based on clinic entry and seat selections for all soccer fans. Game only tickets are also available for family and friends.

The player’s are hosting youth clinics and “Meet the Players” opportunities before heading off to the 2007 FIFA Women’s World Cup in September. Volunteer coaches and players’ ages 17 or older are needed to assist the national players during all clinics.  For more information on registration or to volunteer contact Christine Johnson at 860.426.9729 (M-F 9a-5p/ET)

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