Campers get a kick from professional soccer players' visit
Rhode Island FC midfielders stop by Bayside YMCA camp
Players from Rhode Island FC recently joined campers at The Bayside YMCA’s Camp Manitoo for a fun-filled afternoon of soccer activities.
The event included a visit from Rhode Island …
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Campers get a kick from professional soccer players' visit
Rhode Island FC midfielders stop by Bayside YMCA camp
Players from Rhode Island FC recently joined campers at The Bayside YMCA’s Camp Manitoo for a fun-filled afternoon of soccer activities.
The event included a visit from Rhode Island FC mascot - Chip the harbor seal - and a pick-up soccer match with campers led by Rhode Island FC midfielders Clay Holstad and Marc Ybarra.
“The Bayside Y is super grateful to Marc and Clay from Rhode Island FC for taking the time to play soccer with our members in our net sports summer camp. This experience is something that our campers will hold on to for years to come,” said Ryan Queenan, Bayside YMCA Executive Director.
The professional soccer players enjoyed the event as well.
“We had a great time spending the afternoon playing soccer with everyone at the Bayside YMCA in Barrington,” said Ybarra.
Rhode Island FC, the Ocean State’s only professional soccer team, is headquartered in Pawtucket. The club made its USL Championship debut in March 2024 in its temporary venue, Beirne Stadium on the campus of Bryant University, while its permanent home stadium is being completed for the 2025 season. The Stadium at Tidewater Landing in downtown Pawtucket will be a state-of-the-art, soccer-specific stadium with a 10,500-plus capacity.
“We were thrilled to have Rhode Island FC visit Camp Manitoo at the Bayside Y,” said Karen Santilli, CEO of The Greater Providence Y. “Their presence has not only provided our campers with an unforgettable soccer experience but also highlighted the importance of community partnerships and role models for our youth. These connections inspire our children and help them grow in confidence, teamwork, and passion. We look forward to many more collaborations with Rhode Island FC,”
The USL Championship is one of the most successful professional soccer leagues in the world, reaching a population of more than 84 million and fueling the growth of the game across North America.
To learn more about summer camp and childcare programming with the Greater Providence Y, visit https://ymcagreaterprovidence.org/programs/camp/.
