Sports Programs

In 2006, OSA was granted permission to construct a “sports complex” on property behind the OSA house that is owned by the José Galvito preschool. This complex includes a concrete sports court, changing rooms, showers and a landscaped plaza with a park-like atmosphere for community social events.  During the first quarter of 2007, OSA initiated an organized team sport program for children ages 8 to 12.

Approximately 100 children participated as members of boy’s soccer (fútbol) and girl’s volleyball teams.  A professional coach (who is also a Baptist pastor) was employed to teach game fundamentals, teamwork, and sportsmanship in a Christian environment.  Plans are in progress for this program to continue year round.  The OSA team sports and community recreation programs provide wholesome outlets for Collique’s teens and younger children who might otherwise become involved with drugs or other destructive behavior.