Team Herald
sports@herald-goa.com
RAIA: In line with its long-standing commitment to grassroots and youth development, Salgaocar Football Club launched its 10th edition of Community Outreach Programme, at Chicalim panchayat ground, recently.
The event was attended by notable figures including President Shivanand Salgaocar, Vice-President Swati Salgaocar, Head of Development Sanjeev Nagvenkar and GFA Executive Committee Member Francisco Nunes.
During the programme, 10 club legends were honored for their contributions to Salgaocar FC, namely - Bruno Coutinho, Brahmanand Sankhwalkar, Sanjiv Nagvenkar, Lector Mascarenhas, Marian Dias, Ignatius Dias, Derrick Pereira, Avertano Furtado, Nelson Landez and Bento Endro (Andrew) - with a memento as a token of appreciation.
The inaugural session saw participation from over 550 attendees, highlighting the programme’s significance within the community.
In his address, President Shivanand expressed gratitude to parents for supporting their children’s involvement in football.
Vice-President Swati stated, “Although we have withdrawn from the I-League and Goa Professional League, our commitment to youth development and community outreach will continue.”
The programme features 40 coaches and 20 volunteers who will collaborate until March, focusing on fun warm-ups, skill techniques, tactics, small-sided games, and cool down activities.