Community Partnership Drives New Soccer Infrastructure
On Wednesday, a new set of mini soccer pitches opened at Dunn Park in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, marking the latest effort to expand youth sports opportunities in the city.
The project was made possible through a collaboration between Project Goal, Rhode Island FC and Centreville Bank, which jointly funded and oversaw the installation of three‑on‑three and five‑on‑five acrylic surfaces at the park on Asylum Street.
Mayor Christopher Beauchamp praised the partners and sponsors, emphasizing that the initiative reflects a shared commitment to community ownership and local recreation.
Designed for small‑sided games, the pitches feature durable acrylic material that provides a safe, consistent playing surface for children and teens seeking a secure space to practice soccer and develop confidence.
The effort builds on a previous installation near Jenks Middle School in nearby Pawtucket, extending the reach of the program across the region and aiming to enhance recreational options for local youth.
With the new pitches now available, Woonsocket joins a growing network of community‑driven soccer sites that seek to nurture the next generation of players while strengthening neighborhood ties.