Effingham KC Soccer Challenge Saturday

Effingham Knights of Columbus Council 665 Youth Soccer Challenge competition will be held Saturday, October 24 at Evergreen Hollow Park.

Boys and girls of all ages are invited to participate in the local level. Players, ages 9-14 (as of September 1) are eligible to progress to the district, regional, state and international levels.

The Soccer Challenge is a competition designed for players to demonstrate the most basic soccer skill -- the penalty kick. Each player will be allowed 15 shots at the goal from the penalty line (12 yards from the goal).

Registration will be at 10 a.m. with competition to begin at 10:30 a.m. In the event of inclement weather (cancellation of games by the Park District), the event will be held at the same location and time Saturday, October 31.

All players on the local level are recognized for their participation in the event. Participants are required to furnish proof of age and written parental consent. For additional information, contact Greg Koester at 217-821-7731.