Pure Game has submitted its idea for Ideas for Change in America. We believe that soccer should be used to bring about positive change in children’s lives here in the US. Through the program laid out below we think Pure Game can be an agent for change and with your support this can be a reality. Click here to cast your vote.
Pure Game’s Idea for Change in America
Pure Game believes soccer should be played with flair and freedom. Pure Game gives players the opportunity to express themselves by teaching the fundamental skills of soccer while encouraging creative play. Pure Game is committed to providing a secure, positive environment for players who set their own level of competition and are simply seen as kids with a ball at their feet.
Pure Games simplicity is adaptable to any situation making it ideal to be used as a social aid program. We will use soccer to reach homeless children, orphans, foster care, and those in under resourced areas. Through money Pure Game generates from paid leagues, similar free leagues will be organized for those who do not have the financial means. Pure Game will use the game of soccer to address the local, and eventually global, needs: hunger, poverty, healthcare, and education.
Pure Game sees the game itself as the best teacher for skills and knowledge, so we let them play. An individual scoring system allows for a competitive edge and keeps the game interesting without over-emphasizing winning or losing. Within this unique environment, players thrive by improving their skills, building relationships, and learning life lessons. A teaching component that covers topics such as general education, health education, life choices, and spiritual development will be incorporated. Pure Game will use the game of soccer to demonstrate the value of each individual and lead individuals to embrace who s/he is and encourage the individual to share what s/he can offer to the world.
The values-based teaching style of Pure Game emphasizes lessons that apply on and off the field. Core values like fair play, cooperation, and personal growth are incorporated as part of the experience; this builds confidence among players and inspires teamwork. Sportsmanship is a key priority and players are recognized for demonstrating integrity, gratitude, and generosity in ways that transcend the boundaries of a soccer field. A direct application of these life values within a league setting results in higher retention among players than in classrooms and other settings.
Pure Game’s mentoring program teaches servant leadership by equipping older players to serve younger players through mentorship. By encouraging younger players, mentors grow by serving others and experience the personal benefits and relationships that result. Through the development of peer relationships, the teaching module can be easily implemented and will be more effective.
Pure Game is a unique league program for players of any age and ability. Pure Game is played on small-sided fields with teams of 3 or 4 players, allowing for more touches on the ball which will promote skillful creative play. Players join the leagues as an individual, negating the need to find a team to play on. Each game is played for five minutes and teams are reorganized for every game. Over the course of the session, players will have played with and against every member of the league. This creates the unique Pure Game league system. Players earn points for wins and losses which accrue through the duration of the league, creating an individual league standing for the player.
Let me know what you think, has soccer got what it takes to make change?
