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“Growing up, soccer was and continues to be a passion of mine. When I had my son as a young single mom, I knew that sports would be a way that I could bond as a single mom. From the time he was a baby I would run around a soccer field with him on my shoulders while I played with my siblings. Once he began playing soccer it was an obvious love of his as well. When he was younger my parents and siblings would all get together and have birthday parties for him at the Columbus Crew stadium. Being a single teen mom, I wanted him to have every opportunity, but quite honestly I did not know how to go about giving him those opportunities. We were incredibly blessed to have a former coach step in to guide us, introduce us to the Cleveland Force program, and even assist him with receiving a scholarship. When they say that it takes a village to raise a child, it is absolutely the case. I am a firm believer that sports help to teach children work ethic, team work, and how to respect those in authority. I knew that soccer would also help keep him “out of trouble” providing a focus and even potentially future goals. The opportunities given because of the scholarship program have meant everything to us, and I’ll forever be thankful for that. “

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“Our son, Antonio, would not be able to play with Cleveland Force SC if not for the generous financial aid program. He was itching for the opportunity to grow as a competitor with other highly skilled players, but we were stuck because of the high cost of premier clubs. Antonio is a talented player on the field and has a strong desire for intense coaching, building his tactical and technical game on the pitch, and working together with teammates to play good soccer. He’s very entertaining to watch. Antonio loves the CFSC atmosphere, philosophy, coaching style, and players and coaches. While he currently competes in a pre-ECNL league, he also enjoys having the opportunity to support different teams and players within the club. Without this assistance, our family wouldn’t be able to offer these experiences for our son, nor would he have the opportunity to learn and grow as he has this year. It is our hope that Antonio can continue playing with CFSC, and financial assistance from generous donors is a crucial part of it! Thank you for your continued support! 

“The impact the financial aid had on my family gave me the opportunity to allow both my children to have the same opportunity to train in a higher level soccer program. With out the aid my family would have had to make the decision to only allow one child to participate.  My child that receives the aid wants to be a goalie and is able to participate in goalie specific training that is provided by this program.” 

- Angela W.

“If we didn't get the aid, my boys could not participate. Being able to be in the club has given Kyle the skills to be accepted into Thiel college. Hopefully the same for Nathan. It is very much appreciated. “

- Heather B.

"The Force’s financial aid program has been such a blessing to our family. Because of the help we have received, our children are able to participate in the top levels of soccer for their ages in Northeast Ohio. They are provided with experienced coaches who educate them and challenge them physically as well as mentally while preparing them for the next level of soccer. We are so grateful to be a part of the Cleveland Force and are very thankful for the donors that have helped to make it possible."

- Anonymous