HAPOLI, 27 Sep: The Lower Subansiri District Football Association (LSDFA) marked a significant milestone for grassroots football in the district with the formal opening of the Valley Football Academy (VFA) on Sunday at Padi Yubbe Outdoor Stadium here.
The academy was declared open by District Sports Officer Tage Taki in a simple ceremony held in the presence of students, parents, and executive members of the LSDFA.
The Valley Football Academy is a grassroots football development initiative of the LSDFA, aimed at providing young boys and girls with a structured platform to learn, develop, and progress in football from an early age.
The initiative reflects the LSDFA's commitment to strengthening the grassroots football ecosystem in the district and creating opportunities for young players to develop their skills under proper coaching and guidance.
The academy will focus on grassroots development, technical training, discipline, teamwork, and overall player development, with the objective of nurturing young footballers and building a strong foundation for the future of football in Lower Subansiri, it said in a release.
