https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb PROGRAM EMPHASIS IS ON INCLUSION, DEVELOPMENT, TEAMWORK, AND MEANINGFUL PARTICIPATION en-us 2021-03-18 15:24:13 UTC 2025-07-05 12:39:41 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/26bd.png kaitykat1346 https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1326084749 Unified soccer programs are dedicated to promoting inclusion for children of all abilities! These programs provide opportunities for children with unique attributes through unified teams that allow children to form friendships and stimulates positive attitudes across all peer groups. The development of these young athletes requires the collaboration of coaches, teammates, and the fans in the stands.

The objectives of a unified soccer program include the following:

• Skill development
•  Competition experience
• Meaningful inclusion
• Community-based participation
• Family involvement
• Personal development

]]> 2021-03-18 15:28:31 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1326084749 kaitykat1346 https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1326148880 Unified sports join children with and without intellectual disabilities on the same team. Through training and playing together, children of all abilities can create life-long friendships and gain a better understanding of what it is like to live in someone else's cleats! 

Read the articles below to learn about the effects of unified soccer programs on the psycho-social and physical attributes of children with and without intellectual disabilities!]]> 2021-03-18 15:39:54 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1326148880 kaitykat1346 https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1326213880 One of the most effective means of ensuring success is to engage family, friends and caregivers in their athlete's experiences. While family engagement provides benefits for all children, children with disabilities often require a greater degree of support and advocacy than their typical developing peers. Although children with unique attributes face a considerable amount of barriers to physical activity, parental dedication and unified sports facilitates the participation of all children.

To gain a better understanding of the perceived barriers and facilitators to participation in physical activity for children with disabilities, click on the article below. ]]> 2021-03-18 15:51:20 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1326213880 kaitykat1346 https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1326485888 There are endless benefits of a unified sports program! Programs like these create an abundance of opportunities for children to grow physically, mentally, and socially! Check out the link below to see why soccer is an ideal recreational activity for children with disabilities. ]]> 2021-03-18 16:40:05 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1326485888 kaitykat1346 https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1326588060  Coaches are committed to fostering relationships among peers and creating a supportive and welcoming environment for all players. Coaches embrace diversity and recognize the importance of inclusion for all skill levels. View the articles below to review coaching curriculum, general inclusion tips and modifications that can be made to accommodate children of all abilities, and how coaches can contribute to the development of all athletes.]]> 2021-03-18 16:58:12 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1326588060 kaitykat1346 https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1326665879 The ultimate goal of a unified sports team is to have fun on the field while learning about acceptance and the importance of inclusion. These programs aspire to improve the attitudes and behaviors of children toward their peers with unique attributes by breaking down any and all barriers to recreational sports.

Below are a series of outcome measures that may be utilized to assess the impact that a unified soccer team has on its participating athletes. ]]> 2021-03-18 17:12:42 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1326665879 kaitykat1346 https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1326766779 2021-03-18 17:31:33 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1326766779 kaitykat1346 https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1327007967 With the summer season quickly approaching, the young athletes should start getting into the soccer mindset. Strap on those shinguards, lace up the cleats, and jog over to the website below to practice plays and penalty shots before the season starts!]]> 2021-03-18 18:17:49 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1327007967 kaitykat1346 https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1327118999 Soccer players come in all shapes, sizes, and abilities. ]]> 2021-03-18 18:40:51 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1327118999 kaitykat1346 https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1330709613 Interested in developing a unified sports program? The resources below may be used as a guide for those interested in becoming a unified sports partner. ]]> 2021-03-19 17:08:26 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1330709613 kaitykat1346 https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1330938585 If you are interested in signing up for the upcoming soccer season or would like more information in regards to unified sports, please leave the athlete's name, contact information, and age in the excel sheet provided below. A coach will contact you as soon as possible!]]> 2021-03-19 17:58:28 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1330938585 kaitykat1346 https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1331340343 2021-03-19 19:55:38 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1331340343 kaitykat1346 https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1331357003 2021-03-19 20:02:01 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1331357003 kaitykat1346 https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1331460638 2021-03-19 20:45:07 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitykat1346/3s2qfc172jifbfhb/wish/1331460638