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Fall 2026 Programs
DMV MarksMen Fall Soccer
Registration is Now Open!
Join the DMV MarksMen Fall Soccer League, a fun, competitive, and development-focused program designed for boys and girls ages 5–10. Whether your child is new to the game or looking to continue developing their skills, our experienced coaching staff provides a positive environment where players can learn, grow, and build confidence.
Beginning the week of August 17, 2026, players will train with the DMV MarksMen coaching staff while competing in the Prince George's County Boys & Girls Club (PGCBGC) League. The season focuses on technical development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and game experience.
Your registration includes:
- Official DMV MarksMen game uniform
- DMV MarksMen practice jersey
- Weekly training sessions
- League games in the PGCBGC League
- End-of-season player development and fun competition
At DMV MarksMen, our goal is to help every player improve their skills, make new friends, and develop a lifelong love for the game.
Build Skills. Make Friends. Be a MarksMen.
Register today at: MarksMenElite.com
Questions?
📧 DMVMarksMen@gmail.com
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DMV MarksMen Kick Start Academy (2&3 y/o)
The DMV MarksMen KickStart Academy is a fun, engaging, and parent-involved soccer program designed specifically for children ages 2–3 years old. Our age-appropriate curriculum introduces toddlers to the game through exciting activities that develop coordination, balance, confidence, listening skills, and a love for movement—all in a positive and encouraging environment.
Parents participate alongside their child throughout each session, creating a memorable experience while helping young players feel comfortable as they explore the fundamentals of soccer.
- Ages: 2–3 years old (Bowie Area)
- Tuesday and Wednesday Classes (AM & PM Classes)
- Boys & Girls Welcome
- Parent-Involved Classes
- Classes Begin September 8th or 9th
- Fun, safe, and age-appropriate soccer activities
- Develop coordination, balance, and motor skills
- Build confidence and social interaction
- Learn the basics of soccer through games and imaginative play
- Make friends while creating a lifelong love for the game
Classes Begin The September 8th & 9th
DMV MarksMen & Lady MarksMen Elite Travel Team Tryouts
Summer 2026 Programs
DMV MARKSMEN SUMMER SOCCER CAMP
DMV MarksMen Soccer Camp offers a fun, high-energy environment where young athletes ages 5–12 can develop their soccer skills, build confidence, and grow their love for the game. Training daily from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, the camp provides professional coaching, engaging drills, and small-sided games designed to improve technique, teamwork, and overall game awareness. Perfect for players of all skill levels, DMV MarksMen focuses on development, discipline and having fun both on and off the field.
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Kingtom, a community in the Western part of Freetown reflects both the challenges and resilience found in many urban areas of Sierra Leone.
Living Conditions
Living conditions in Kingtom are difficult for many residents. The area is known for its proximity to the Kingtom dumpsite, where families often rely on collecting and selling recyclable waste to survive. Poverty is widespread, and many people live in overcrowded, makeshift homes built from metal sheets with limited protection from weather and health hazards. Access to clean water, sanitation, and electricity is often inadequate, and diseases can spread easily due to poor environmental conditions.
Despite these hardships, the community shows strong resilience, with families supporting one another and finding ways to earn income in challenging circumstances.
Soccer and Playing Conditions
Football (soccer) is the most popular sport in Sierra Leone, especially in urban communities like Kingtom.
However, facilities in Kingtom are very limited. Children and young people typically play on open dirt fields, streets, or improvised spaces rather than organized pitches. Equipment is often basic or shared, and organized leagues or structured training opportunities can be scarce.
Even with these limitations, soccer plays an important role in daily life—bringing youth together, providing an outlet for talent, and offering hope for opportunities beyond their environment.
Summary
Overall, life in Kingtom is marked by economic hardship and limited infrastructure, but also by strong community spirit. Soccer remains a powerful and accessible activity for youth, even in the absence of proper facilities, helping foster unity and ambition.