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NMIFA Celebrates National Prevention Week 2026

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, […]

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Read more about Play Smart, Live Strong | After School Program | Lesson 6 Group Discussion Highlights
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Play Smart, Live Strong | After School Program | Lesson 6 Group Discussion Highlights

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 […]

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Play Smart, Live Strong | After School Program | Lesson 6: Thinking Ahead

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 […]

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Read more about Saipan Soccer School After School Program Resumes with Strong Turnout, Supporting Community Recovery
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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 […]

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Read more about Play Smart, Live Strong | After School Program | Lesson 5 Group Discussion Highlights
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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 […]

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Read more about Play Smart, Live Strong | After School Program | Lesson 5: Consequences
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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 […]

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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 […]

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Read more about After School Program Resumes on Monday, April 27
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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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Read more about Aftermath of Super Typhoon Sinlaku at the NMI Soccer Training Center
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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, […]

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