In early 2000, my friend Russ Ewell and I were driving together somewhere one day and began to talk about his two boys, their special needs, and getting involved in sports. Russ knew my passion for soccer and how I had grown up all my...
E-Soccer is an inclusive sports program where typical children and those with special needs participate and learn alongside each other. There are many definitions and applications of inclusion, yet with E-Soccer we are striving for the highest quality experience possible. This vision and goal is...
Autism is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life. The result of a neurological disorder that affects the functioning of the brain, autism impacts the normal development of the brain in the areas of social interaction and communication...
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD) is characterized by developmentally inappropriate impulsivity, attention, and in some cases, hyperactivity. AD/HD is a neurobiological disorder that affects three-to-five percent of school-age children. Unique Challenges in E-Soccer: Fails to give close attention to give close attention to details or makes careless...
Down syndrome is the result of an additional chromosome 21. It is the most common cause of the developmental disability. Down syndrome is associated with a range of developmental difficulties which include delayed motor skills (such as sitting, crawling, and walking in infancy) and delayed...
The “E” stands for “Exceptional” – because we believe all children, typical and those with special needs, are truly exceptional! The “E” also implies “Education” – reflecting our mission and goal to train both typical children and those with special needs. We hope to educate all...
