In partnership with Vancouver Whitecaps FC, a new mini-pitch will be opened at Brennan Park Recreation Centre in Squamish, part of a commitment made by MLS WORKS, Canada Soccer, Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) and adidas to build 20 mini-pitches in communities across North America.
Each new mini-pitch will offer children in these communities a safe place to play, while providing a soccer environment that encourages unstructured play within local communities, supporting the continued growth of the game. Additionally, SNHU will award a full college scholarship to a deserving member of the local community as part of the dedication ceremony.
Following the official dedication and ceremonial first kick, local youth from the Whitecaps FC Sea to Sky Academy and the Squamish Youth Soccer Association will participate in a small-sided match on the new pitch with Whitecaps FC goalkeeper David Ousted.
The ceremony will include short remarks from:
- Bob Lenarduzzi, President, Vancouver Whitecaps FC
- Carl Valentine, Club Ambassador, Vancouver Whitecaps FC (Emcee)
- Charmaine Crooks, Board Member, Canada Soccer
- Steve Thiel, Director of Partnership Marketing, Southern New Hampshire University
- Tim Sjogren, President, Squamish Youth Soccer Association
- Karen Elliott, Councillor, District of Squamish
Squamish Mini-Pitch Ceremony
Wednesday, October 12, 2016
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. PT
Brennan Park Recreation Centre
1009 Centennial Way
Squamish, BC
The Mini Pitch is accessed via a gravel road just south of the Recreation Centre along Loggers Lane. Follow the directional signage from Brennan Park Recreation Centre to the Mini Pitch and All Weather Fields. Access Loggers Lane via Finch Drive off Highway 99.
