During this week’s lesson, players connected Integrity with Fair Play and discussed how honesty and accountability shape the way we play, treat others, and make decisions.
Our Key Takeaways:
- Show Respect
- Respect referees, teammates, opponents, and the decisions made during the game.
- Keep Your Promises
- Make healthy choices and stand firm against pressure to try alcohol or marijuana.
- Be Honest
- Follow the rules, admit your mistakes, and take responsibility for your actions.
- Choose Right Over Easy
- Walk away from unsafe situations, even if it feels tempting to stay.
- Build Trust Circles
- Surround yourself with positive friends and trusted adults who support your goals.
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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 marijuana 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!
