This time, 4 teams participated in the 1st/2nd grade division and 3 teams in the 3rd/4th grade division!
[1st/2nd Grade Division]
Antlers Kids
Botchan
Takara no Ouja
Yanagawa Animo
[3rd/4th Grade Division]
Futabada Antlers
Hidari 3
S3KR
〈Tournament Regulations〉
・Match duration: 8 minutes per match
・Goal kicks and corner kicks allow dribble-ins
・For the final match only, in case of a tie, an extra time with a golden goal rule will be played (the first team to score wins)
・In matches between 1st graders vs 2nd graders, or 3rd graders vs 4th graders, the higher grade team starts with a 0-2 handicap
This time, the 1st/2nd grade division played a round-robin tournament, followed by a final match between the 1st and 2nd place teams from the preliminary rounds.
The 3rd/4th grade division played two sets of round-robin matches, and the team with the most points was declared the winner.
At the 3-on-3 tournament, we could see the children's serious attitude towards soccer, aiming for victory.
They rejoiced in victory, cried in frustration after a loss, and even argued with or cheered on their teammates...
All of these are invaluable experiences for the children, and from them, growth is born!
In the 1st/2nd grade division, the final was between "Takara no Ouja" and "Botchan"!
The match went into extra time with a 1-1 tie!
One minute into extra time, "Botchan" scored a brilliant goal from a goal kick, skillfully evading an opponent with a kick fake!
In the 3rd/4th grade division, "Hidari 3" won decisively!
Their strong drive to score in every match, constantly aiming for the goal from anywhere, was impressive!
1st/2nd grade division champions, "Botchan"!
3rd/4th grade division champions, "Hidari 3"!
This time, the winning prize was a "squeeze ball with player signatures," and participation prizes were "rolling erasers."
Additionally, the coaches selected one MVP from each team, recognizing the most outstanding player of the day.
They were awarded a certificate with player signatures.
The next event will be held on Saturday, March 17th!
We look forward to seeing many participants!