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Mission: Our group seeks to teach our youth members the value of teamwork, excellence in academics, social awareness and pride in their accomplishments. Our coaches work with the Roy Wilkins community Center to teach Soccer to the Children in the Jamaica queens area. We also work with the Sprigfield Gardens High School Soccer Program to help improve the caliber of play in the boys and girls program.
Geographic areas served: Southeast Queens, NY
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The Maroons was started in 2000 to provide a club experience in soccer for the youths in Southeast Queens. The club focused on teaching the game of soccer and improving social interactions among the members. Many of of members have moved on to college with soccer scholarships. Some have even passed through the ODP soccer program a couple have even made the Regional ODP team. Working with the youths has been a challenging and rewarding experience.
