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April 29, 2026

Saipan Soccer School After School Program Resumes with Strong Turnout, Supporting Community Recovery

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 […]

April 29, 2026

Play Smart, Live Strong | After School Program | Lesson 5 Group Discussion Highlights

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 […]

April 29, 2026

Play Smart, Live Strong | After School Program | Lesson 5: Consequences

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 […]

April 28, 2026

Welcome Back Students!

As our community continues to recover from the impact of Super Typhoon Sinlaku, our hearts remain with every family and student navigating this difficult time. Our team at the Tan Siu Lin Foundation and Saipan Soccer School remain committed in creating safe and positive spaces where our children can keep moving forward. We are so […]

April 24, 2026

After School Program Resumes on Monday, April 27

As our community recovers from the impact of Super Typhoon Sinlaku, our hearts are with every family and student as we navigate this difficult season. Our team at the Tan Siu Lin Foundation and Saipan Soccer School stand alongside you all during this time. As part of our commitment to support our community in creating […]

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April 24, 2026

Aftermath of Super Typhoon Sinlaku at the NMI Soccer Training Center

April 14, 2026 — Super Typhoon Sinlaku brought devastation unlike anything we have seen in years. With winds reaching up to 150 mph and more than 50 hours of relentless rain and destruction, families across Saipan, Tinian, and Rota are now facing the difficult reality of recovery. At the Northern Mariana Islands Soccer Training Center, […]

April 20, 2026

Football community begins recovery after typhoon destruction

Article by Marianas Press – Leigh Gases After Super Typhoon Sinlaku tore through the islands for 70 hours with its relentless strong winds and rain last week, the damage was visible everywhere. What had once been familiar—homes, roads, and gathering places—now bore the marks of wind and debris. Among the hardest-hit were the island’s sports […]

April 9, 2026

Play Smart, Live Strong | After School Program | Lesson 4 Group Discussion Highlights

This week, our students focused on the power of thinking before acting—both on the field and in everyday life. They discussed how taking a moment to pause can help them make better decisions, avoid mistakes, and stay in control of the game. Just like a good first touch sets up the next play in soccer, […]

April 9, 2026

Play Smart, Live Strong | After School Program | Lesson 4: Think First

This week, our After School Program students focused on the importance of thinking before acting. They learned that the choices they make—on and off the field—can shape their outcomes, and that taking a moment to pause can lead to better decisions. A helpful strategy they practiced is: Stop, Think, Decide. By slowing down and considering […]

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Saipan Soccer School After School Program Resumes with Strong Turnout, Supporting Community Recovery

Play Smart, Live Strong | After School Program | Lesson 5 Group Discussion Highlights

Play Smart, Live Strong | After School Program | Lesson 5: Consequences

Welcome Back Students!

After School Program Resumes on Monday, April 27

Aftermath of Super Typhoon Sinlaku at the NMI Soccer Training Center

Football community begins recovery after typhoon destruction

Play Smart, Live Strong | After School Program | Lesson 4 Group Discussion Highlights

Play Smart, Live Strong | After School Program | Lesson 4: Think First