The Elks National "Elks Soccer Shoot"
Program is on the way to your community. Are you ready for it?
It doesn't make any difference what area your Lodge
jurisdiction covers, there is soccer growing there. Let's grow with
it. The heart of this program is cooperation with the local soccer
associations, to be an extension of their existing programs, to add
recognition for the dedication they have provided to the children they
support and coach. Winners progress through Lodge, District, State and
Regional Contests up to the National Finals.
Five Goal Contest
This contest is designed for the two youngest
competing categories: 7 year-olds & under (U-8) and 8 & 9
year-olds (U10) and consists of a series of five goals. Points are
awarded as follows: 1 point per successful goal at the 48" goal;
2 points per successful goal at the 40" goal; 3 points per
successful goal at the 34" goal; 4 points per successful goal at
the 26" goal and 5 points per successful goal at the 17"
goal. The contest proceeds from the largest to the smallest goal from
a kick line 15' from the goals with three kicks at each goal. (Details
of contest found in Rules of Competition.)
Grid Goal Contest
This contest is designed for the two older competing
categories: 10 & 11 year-olds (U-12) and 12 & 13 year-olds
(U14) and consists of a grid attached to a full size 24' soccer goal.
Points are awarded as follows: 1 point for the center bottom area; 2
points for the bottom left corner and bottom right corner: 3 points
for the top center area and 5 points for the top left corner and top
right corner. The contest proceeds with 15 kicks from the penalty kick
spot located 36' from the center of the goal. (Details of contest
found in Rules of Competition.)
What's Your Part?
It is necessary that an active member of your Lodge be
appointed as Director (Chairman). Select a member who is interested in
promoting the sport of soccer, promoting the B. P 0. Elks and above
all promoting the welfare of our youth. Contact your local Youth
Soccer Association and offer this program as a reward to their hard
work. Rules of Competition are available from your State Soccer Shoot
Chairman, State Youth Activities Chairman or Regional Soccer Shoot
Chairman.
Elks National Foundation