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VIDEO: Soccer Program for Special Kids Kicks Off

Watchung Hills Soccer Association's special program launches second season.

John De Bellis, Neighbor
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The Watchung Hills Soccer Association launched the second year of TOPSoccer, a program for special needs kids aged 5-13 with both mental and physical disabilities, Saturday at Warren Middle School. 

The program uses peers to mentor the players, drawing on experienced players to teach the basics of soccer.

Learn more about the origin of the program from coordinator Antonio Pagkalinawan.

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