By James Malinga | Project leader
Kyengera Future Stars Academy is now training 150 youth U10, U13, U16 every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday on the dusty field in Kyengera Town.
Update:
Coaches run drills for teamwork + discipline, then check report cards. Our “No Report Card, No Jersey” rule is working. 80% of players kept school attendance above 80% last term, and 15 youth ages 17-20 started as Assistant Coaches with stipends.
The need is urgent. We only raised $100 of our $2,000 goal. Without more funding, 50 youth on our waitlist can’t join, and we lack jerseys, balls, and solar lamps for safe evening practice.
“Football makes me come to school. I want to be a coach and a nurse,” says Sarah, 14, U13 girls team.
“I stopped playing on roadsides. Here I learn skills and discipline. I want to play pro and help my family,” says David, 16, U16 boys team.
Next step:
$40 sponsors 1 youth for 1 month training + school supplies. Help us keep 150 youth in class and off the streets.
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