Please contact Carol Casey if you are interested in being a buddy. Temple City AYSO started a VIP soccer program in 1999 for special needs kids. We realize that special schools and classrooms often isolate children with physical and mental challenges. VIP is a program designed for children with developmental or physical disabilities who want to play soccer. VIP is highly adaptive, with every effort made to ensure that all children who participate play up to their own full potential.
Children using braces or wheelchairs are also welcome.
For instance, a VIP player who is blind might have a buddy nearby who could give verbal clues as to where the ball is or other directional advice as needed. The VIP buddy system also fosters interaction between children who are often separated because of separate schools or classrooms. VIP players play on the same fields as their friends and siblings. They have practices and games just like other AYSO players. Parents of VIP players have the opportunity to see their child playing a great sport and making new friends.