Advisory - Toronto FC to help Kia and the MLSE Foundation launch this year's KickStart Soccer Program on Wednesday

TORONTO, Aug. 20, 2013 /CNW/ -

WHAT:			The MLSE Foundation, in partnership with Kia Canada Inc. will launch the second year of KickStart, a free eight-week soccer program in 12 Toronto Community Housing communities.  Kickstart is an opportunity for kids aged 6 to 12 to build soccer skills, self-esteem, fair play and leadership.  The event will celebrate and highlight enhancements at the Trethewey Park soccer pitch - one of the pitches hosting the program - and will feature a variety of activities for the 240 KickStart youth participating in the program.
WHO:			The entire Toronto FC First Team and Coaching Staff Kevin Payne, President and General Manager, Toronto FC Robert Staffieri, Director of Marketing, KIA Canada Inc Eugene Jones Jr., President & CEO, Toronto Community Housing Rachel Bonnetta, Toronto FC Brand Ambassador and Host Kids from 12 Toronto Community Housing communities
Interview and Photo opportunities available
WHEN:			Wednesday, August 21, 2013
			2:30 p.m.  Ceremony begins 2:35 p.m.  Player introductions 2:45 p.m.  First Kick 2:45 p.m.  Photo opportunity 2:50 p.m.  Activations begin with TFC
WHERE:			Kia Training Ground 65 Carl Hall Road, Downsview Park, Toronto Ontario

 

SOURCE: Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Ltd.

Media Contacts:  Abby Albino, Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment, [phone]
Mike Masaro, Toronto FC, [phone] ext. 5399
Marco Ouji, Toronto Community Housing, [phone]