On June 26, 2024, the Houston Dynamo Football Club (HDFC), alongside the U.S. Soccer Foundation and the North Houston District, marked a parks development milestone with the grand opening of the Wussow Park Mini Pitch. This new facility is located at 500 Greens Road and promises to be a hub of soccer excitement for the local community.

After a brief rain delay, 30 kids from Real Greens Futbol Club joyously inaugurated the pitch, sending bright orange soccer balls soaring through a celebratory paper banner. NHD President Greg Simpson delivered warm opening remarks, setting the stage for an evening filled with enthusiasm and community spirit.

Houston Dynamo Defenders Brad Smith and Tate Schmitt, along with Dynamo/Dash coaches, led a dynamic youth clinic that brought smiles to young faces and inspired budding soccer talent. The players graciously signed autographs and posed for countless photos with local families, making the event truly memorable.

Valerie Holland, HDFC Vice President of Community Engagement, and her dedicated team braved a brief rainstorm to ensure the event unfolded seamlessly, underscoring their commitment to fostering community through soccer.

A mini pitch is a specialized hard surface with goals at each end, designed to promote fast-paced, skillful play. This initiative marks the first step towards a broader vision of a youth soccer complex at Wussow Park, aligning with the District’s Parks Master Plan.

The facility aligns well with the Houston Soccer Initiative, a collaborative effort between HDFC, Dynamo, and Dash Charities, and the U.S. Soccer Foundation, aiming to provide inclusive access to soccer and safe recreational spaces in underserved neighborhoods. Since its launch, the initiative has already delivered 15 mini pitches across Houston, with plans for additional openings in the near future.

Together, we’re kicking off a new era of soccer accessibility and community enrichment in North Houston. For more information on this project and future developments, follow the North Houston District.

See more photos on our social media and watch the recap video here: https://youtu.be/QtKsD1Gy5uk

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