LA Scores and the Galaxy

On September 27, America Scores LA accompanied 20 middle school participants to watch the LA Galaxy match skills with FC Dallas. Just as the lunar eclipse began in our actual galaxy, the aptly-named LA soccer team bested Dallas 3-2 with goals from Dos Santos, Keane, and Gerrard. The opportunity to enjoy our time together was made possible by the Rising Stars Program. Most of these 12-14 year-olds have been participating in LA Scores since they were 7-8 year olds at the elementary schools. As our insightful Executive Director said, "Pretty sure you don't build an strong alumni program after school. You build it by hanging out with middle schoolers on a Sunday night at a stadium sharing some food." If these youngsters are any indication of the future of this program, then LA Scores has some great years coming.