The Alexandria Police Department is partnering with local organizations to host a back-to-school soccer tournament for local youth on Saturday, Sept. 27.
The tournament will consist of a series of pick-up soccer games for teenagers at Alexandria City High School‘s King Street campus (3330 King Street), providing positive outlets and introducing them to city resources. The free event, presented by APD’s Crime Prevention Unit, the Alexandria Police Foundation, the Alexandria Gang Prevention Community Task Force, Alexandria Juvenile Court Services, the Alexandria Soccer Association, NOVA RAFT, and the Alexandria Sheriff’s Office, will take place from 2 to 6 p.m.
“We want to create opportunities for kids to come out and play soccer, and give them some positive insight on attending school, staying out of trouble, and available city resources,” NOVA RAFT co-founder Dan Altman told ALXnow. “The goal is to have as many kids sign up as possible, and the games will depend on the number of attendees.”
Free food and drinks will be provided, Altman said.
The event is full, and APD has turned off the QR codes in the event flier, Altman said.
