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Council members recognize walking-soccer league; founder urges citywide program
Summary
The City Council honored a walking-soccer program for older adults and heard a request from the program founder to create a city-sponsored league ahead of the World Cup and other local events.
The Los Angeles City Council on Friday recognized a walking-soccer league for older adults and heard a request from the program’s founder to expand the effort into a citywide, city-supported initiative.
Councilmember Bob Bloomfield introduced the group, describing matches at local parks and asking the Recreation and Parks Department to show a video of the program in action. "It’s like being a kid again," one participant told the council during the presentation.
Dr. Pandriling, who identified himself as a chiropractor…
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