Registration Open for Phoenix Soccer

Registration for Phoenix Soccer, which is run by the Aberdeen Matawan Soccer Club, is now open.

Phoenix Soccer is open to athletes ages five through ten who require a little extra attention to learn and participate in sports due to a physical or mental disability. Each athlete is partnered with a volunteer buddy who participates in the sport alongside them.

The buddies are local children ranging from 9 to 18 years old and have completed Melinda Jennis' Pathways for Exceptional Children training, according to Kim Radvanski, the director of outreach for the AMSC.

This is the program's fourth year. The fall 2012 season begins on Sept. 22 and runs for six weeks. The team typically meets once a week on Saturdays.

Click here to register on the AMSC website.

Read more about the Phoenix Soccer program .