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This week’s discussion asked our players why passing is important and how this can affect our team and the result of the game. We learned that in the same way, positive decisions move us in the right direction, beats pressure, builds trust, and creates goals! We were also able to practice winning plays when facing […]
Every choice you make is like a pass on the field! This week, our players learned that every pass and every choice they make matters. On the field, we focused on passing: moving the ball quickly, beating pressure, and working together to create scoring opportunities. The best players look for the best option for the […]
In celebration of the AFC Grassroots Football Day and National Prevention Week, the NMI Football Association in partnership with the Tan Siu Lin Foundation and Saipan Soccer School After School Program and the Commonwealth Healthcare Corporation Community Guidance Center is hosting the Play Smart, Live Strong Football Tournament! This week-long football tournament will feature exciting […]
During National Prevention Week and beyond, we are committed to preventing substance use and promoting well-being to keep our communities healthy and safe. Join us as we gear up for next week’s celebrations, starting May 11 through May 15! Stay tuned for exciting announcements coming soon! The Northern Mariana Islands Football Association, Saipan Soccer School, […]
This lesson’s discussion asked our players what it really means to think ahead. They reflected on experiences where they rushed decisions and times when thinking ahead led to better outcomes. When facing tough choices on and off the field, we learned to think ahead: find space and make a better decision! Then, we learned 3 […]
Great players don’t just react — they think ahead. This week, our players focused on anticipating consequences and learning how to make better decisions both on and off the field. Through our “finding space” drill, players worked on moving around a crowded circle, looking for open space, and calling for the ball while teammates passed […]
As our community continues to recover from the impact of Super Typhoon Sinlaku, the Tan Siu Lin Foundation (TSLF) and Saipan Soccer School (SSS), in partnership with the Northern Mariana Islands Football Association (NMIFA), has officially resumed its After School Program, welcoming back students and families with an encouraging and energetic first week. The free […]
This week’s discussion challenged our players to think beyond the moment. Is this the right shot? Is there a better option? From the pitch to real life, our players learned to weigh the short-term and long-term outcomes of their actions. Whether it’s passing to an open teammate or choosing to say no to alcohol and […]
Every decision has a consequence, on and off the field! This week, our players explored how shot selection in soccer connects to real-life decision-making. Do you take the shot now or look for a better option? The best players understand that one choice can shape the next moment, even the outcome of the game. During […]