Teenagers in Athy asked to sign up for free soccer blitz this coming week

A soccer blitz that is open to all age groups from U13 up to U18 will be held in Athy next week, and local children are asked to get involved in the tournament.

The event orwill be held in Athy Rugby Club and is open to all children living in the estates around Athy. There is no fee to enter a team, and those wishing to do so can make their own 7-a-side team with their own manager.

The tournament will be held from Tuesday August 15 to Thursday August 17 and registration is open until Monday at 10am.

Prizes, which include tickets to Irish soccer games, will be given out to the winning teams in each age group and there will also be awards for the Golden Boot and the Player of the Tournament.