Minor soccer season well underway

LEAMINGTON — Exceeding all expectations, Leamington Minor Soccer has managed to offer young soccer players from the ages of three to 13 an opportunity to play soccer from July 12 to August 24.

Although the season is later and shorter than usual, children in the Leamington community have a chance to compete against their peers in an abbreviated soccer season.

The LMS committee was able to create a schedule, contact parents, register players, order uniforms and secure coaches and referees in less than three weeks.

“We weren’t sure if we could pull it off in such a short time, but we knew it was important for the kids to get out there to play,” said Kristen Curchin, LMS registrar.

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Leamington’s soccer season is in full flight as about 210 local youngsters take part in this year’s summer program. Top photo, U10 goalie Aubree Curchin makes the save on a kick from Farrah Green. In the middle photo, U11B players Keagan Duarte and Judah Raffoul battle for the ball. In the bottom photo, Luke Maksoud and Coach Colin of U5 Timbits Blue work on a kicking drill.

With only 210 players registered for this season, many divisions have only one or two other teams to compete with in their age group. The coaches and sponsors have stepped up to make this season possible for the kids.

This year’s sponsors include Jose’s Bar & Grill, Tim Hortons, Peanut Nursery, Kent & Essex Mutual, Reid Funeral Home, Reis Appliance, Del Fresco, Alec Roofing, Lakepoint Church, Pure Flavor and Leamington Dental.