Contributed by Lorna Campbell

Coca-Cola Kicks! Soccer Clinic

Home United and national player Isa Halim (right) conducts a drill for a youth from Students’ Care Service. (Photo 1 courtesy of Coca Cola Singapore)

West Coast Park, Saturday, May 22, 2010 — Over 60 youths from the Students’ Care Service (SCS) were put through their paces through the Coca-Cola Kicks! Soccer Clinic led by coaches and professional players from Home United Football Club (HUFC). They were also treated to special awards and lunch to celebrate Coca-Cola’s 124th Founder’s Day.

Following an intensive morning training session, the participants took a break from drills to enjoy a skills exhibition by HUFC players. Amidst the athletic showcase of ball control, juggling, passing and heading, students were also taught the importance of positive attitude, team work and resilience.

Presenting the Students’ Care Service with a $12,000 voucher for sporting goods, Coca-Cola Singapore General Manager Antonio Del Rosario said: “Coca-Cola Founder’s day is an important time to reflect on our success and give something back to the community. Every day, the Students’ Care Service provides invaluable support to local youths helping them become well adjusted young adults who are ready and determined to take on life’s challenges.

“While not everyone can be like Isa Halim and Lionel Lewis and play for the national team, sport is an important part of an active balanced lifestyle and is great for character building. I am delighted to make this presentation to help SCS continue their great work.”

Individual participants also had photo and autograph opportunities with the HUFC players to commemorate the day. In addition, the top three boys in each of the three age groups who embodied the values of Respect, Endurance and Discipline were rewarded with special kit bags.

Students’ Care Service Chairman Mr Goh Chee Kong said: “We would like to thank Coca-Cola for their generosity and Home United Football Club for taking time out to help us reinforce that character shines more than simply winning. The vouchers will enable us to reward character excellence and give some of our youths the chance to enjoy a special shopping outing which in itself will be an experience for them.”

Coca-Cola Kicks! Soccer Clinic

SCS Youths with HUFC at the Coca-Cola Kicks! Soccer Clinic. (Photo 2 courtesy of Coca Cola Singapore)