The LA Galaxy have announced that tryouts for their 2019 Special Olympics Southern California (SOSC) Unified Team will take place on Sunday, March 10 on Field #7 at Dignity Health Sports Park beginning at 1 p.m. PT. This is the sixth season the LA Galaxy will host a Special Olympics Unified Team.
In collaboration with the SOSC Unified Soccer Team Exchange program, the LA Galaxy are seeking individuals with and without intellectual disabilities, between the ages of 16-25, for the opportunity to participate in various trainings, competitions and social experiences.
This coed Special Olympics team will consist of players chosen based on three key factors: (1) players ability to work well with others and value teammates of all abilities, (2) a high level of commitment to the Play United experience and to their fellow teammates, and finally (3) their understanding of the game and rules of soccer.