Children can dream big with new kits
Dreamfields and Chevrolet Ute Force Indestructible Spirit Project donated brand-new soccer kits to the grades four to seven boys and girls of Barney Primary School in Bushbuckridge.
These “DreamBags” included enough boots, uniforms, balls, training and refereeing equipment for a team of 15 players.
Also included in them is a consignment of One World Futbols.
These are virtually indestructible soccer balls which will be used during practise
sessions and skills-development workshops. The One World Futbol is tougher than ordinary balls, giving needy children the opportunity to play with one which lasts as long as their own indestructible spirits.
Each team are responsible for taking care of their DreamBags, further instilling discipline and pride in the pupils.
The collaboration between Dreamfields and Chevrolet will result in the develop-ment of an interschool soccer league for over 200 children and involve 26 teachers.
Teachers and parents will now be able to encourage children to embrace the spirit of soccer while teaching them the importance of teamwork and discipline.
“In the remote rural communities, schools play an incredibly important role.” says John Perlman, founder and CEO of Dreamfields.
“Positive investments such as this will touch more than just the lives of these youngsters; their families will also be touched by this indestructible spirit.”
Tim Hendon, brand manager of Chevrolet South Africa, stated that the company placed a great deal of importance on developing communities through sport. “Our collaboration with Dreamfields,” says Hendon, “allows us the opportunity to stimulate relevant and sustainable change where it is needed the most.”
