Red & White Initiative | 4/18/2016 1:23:00 PM

MOORHEAD, Minn. — A reminder to register for the free soccer clinic and Scorch's Fun Run, which are set for Saturday on the MSUM campus.

The Dragon women's soccer team will hold a free soccer clinic for youths ages four through 14 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. on Saturday at the Nemzek Soccer Field.  The camp is designed for players at all levels from the Fargo-Moorhead community and surrounding area.  The soccer clinic is limited to 75 participants so sign up HERE.

"I'm excited to be working with children who recognize the enjoyment of soccer because I was in their place a long time ago," MSUM soccer player Kendall Schauer said. "Now I'm a college athlete still playing soccer. Being outside and playing with the kids in the area makes Moorhead a stronger community."

"I am excited to be working with younger kids and teaching them more about a sport I have grown to love," MSUM soccer player Jenai DeNardo said. "Plus it's a great way to be outside and give back to the community! It is going to be a day full of laughter and fun that's for sure!"

"It's fun to see soccer through their eyes," MSUM soccer player Micah Palmer said. "Their laughter and joy about a soccer ball in general is a great reminder of why you fell in love with the game in the first place."

"Last year we connected with the kids so well and I'm really looking forward to being able to connect with them even more again this year," MSUM soccer player Ashley Germann "It brings joy to us college athletes seeing the young kids so eager to kick a ball around because we remember how that used to be us years and years ago."

Scorch's Youth Fun Run, which is sponsored by the MSUM Dragons 4 Wellness student organization, will be held at the Ron Masanz Track at Nemzek Stadium beginning at 11:30 a.m.  The fun run is also free and open to youth ages two through 14. All participants MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The children are encouraged to run or walk one time around the track (1/4 mile) and may do two times if they wish. A medal will be awarded to all youth participating. Sign up for Scorch's Fun Run HERE.

"The Dragons 4 Wellness Student Organization is excited to volunteer to help with the Scorch's Youth Fun Run and utilize the skills we've used in the classroom as physical education majors," said Katelyn Jones from the Dragons 4 Wellness student organization.