FC Edmonton is pleased to share its first Pro Connect Speaker Series from Friday, May 13 in front of a packed minor soccer crowd at the Fan Shop on Whyte Avenue with defender Karsten Smith, midfielder Mauro Eustaquio and winger Dustin Corea.
Viewers can watch and listen to the unique, compelling stories that led the three to Edmonton and careers in professional soccer and take away lessons of leadership and dedication in the game to use to create their own paths.
“The purpose behind Pro Connect is to remove the barriers and connect our players with minor soccer youth by creating important moments of learning and meaningful experiences,” FC Edmonton – GM, Jay Ball said. “Experiences like these give kids the inspiration to follow a path in soccer and that by believing in themselves, they can be anything and do anything they want in life. We are very proud of our Pro-Connect program and the doors it can open to kids.”
Breaking down barriers to help put the club and its community on the same level for continued support of one another is a positive way to build stronger relationship between grassroots and professional soccer in Edmonton and grow the game in Alberta’s capital city.
“From this point forward, you’re connected to these three men and you’re connected even greater to our club,” Ball said following the Pro Connect.
Keep an eye out for the next episode of Pro Connect featuring Canadian Women’s National team midfielder and two-time Olympic medalist Diana Matheson!