13/10/2026
Play Smart, Live Strong | After School Program
Lesson 29 Skill of the Week: Goalkeeping
This week, our players practiced the goalkeeping skills needed to protect the net. They practiced reading the field, reacting to shots, communicating with defenders, and staying focused when the pressure is on.
The same courage matters in everyday life. When faced with peer pressure or an unhealthy choice, take a breath, think about your goals, and confidently choose what’s right for you. If the situation feels difficult, remember that asking a trusted adult for help is a sign of strength.
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The Play Smart, Live Strong initiative by the Northern Mariana Islands Football Association empowers our youth to make healthy choices on and off the field. Together with the Saipan Soccer School, we are using the power of soccer to promote substance-free lifestyles and reduce the risk factors related to underage drinking and ma*****na use.
Every week we will share about our practical lessons, group discussion highlights, and soccer skills we learned to support our players as they Play Smart, Live Strong!