Sports
Cal State LA to host youth soccer
LOS ANGELES WORLD CUP 2026 HOST COMMITTEE TO HOST
“GROW THE GAME OF SOCCER” YOUTH CLINIC
ON SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28 AT CAL STATE LA UNIVERSITY STADIUM
| WHAT: | The Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Host Committee, in collaboration with the Play Equity Fund, LAFC, and Angel City FC, will host the next Grow the Game of Soccer Youth Clinic on February 28, 2026, at Cal State LA. The free youth specific clinic will offer kids ages 6-12 the chance to build confidence and skills on the pitch, while inspiring a lifelong love of the game. The Grow the Game of Soccer Clinic Series is a community legacy program of the Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Host Committee, in collaboration with the Play Equity Fund. The free clinic series is utilizing the spotlight of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ to bring together the region’s professional soccer clubs and local soccer stakeholders, elevating skills, building confidence, and sparking a lifelong passion for the game. |
| WHO: | Kathryn Schloessman, President & CEO, Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission; CEO, LA World Cup 2026 Host CommitteeRenata Simril, President & CEO, LA84 Foundation; President, Play Equity FundLos Angeles World Cup 2026 leadershipRepresentatives from LAFC and Angel City FCHost City Supporters, community partners, donors |
| WHEN: | Saturday, February 28, 20269:00 a.m. — check in 9:45 a.m. – media welcome10:00 a.m. — group photos10:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — clinic |
| WHERE: | Cal State Los Angeles University Stadium 5151 State University Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90032 |
| WHY | Providing meaningful World Cup related experiences for the Greater Los Angeles communityOffer participants the opportunity to Build confidence and skills on the pitch; inspire a lifelong love of soccer; create a fun, inclusive environment where every kid belongs.Leave a lasting community impact that extends beyond the tournament |
