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Contact: Bethany Shipp

STARKVILLE, Miss.ā€”Mississippi Stateā€™s Department of Kinesiology hosts its sixth annual StarkVegas FĆŗtbol Jamboree Saturday [April 5] on MSUā€™s campus.

Open to all ages and skill levels, as well as including participants with special needs, the festivities kick off at 9 a.m. at the Fresh Fields on Stone Boulevard and include 3 vs. 3 soccer tournaments. Registration is $45 per team and is available atĀ . Those interested in volunteering, refereeing or sponsoring the event can find more information through the same link.

Organized by MSUā€™s sport administration graduate students, the jamboree is designed to bring together members of Starkville and surrounding communities while supporting students with special needs.

ā€œThe StarkVegas FĆŗtbol Jamboree is a fantastic opportunity for students in the Department of Kinesiology to learn through organization and execution of an event that brings our community together through the love of the game,ā€ said JohnEric Smith, associate professor and department head. ā€œThis event not only showcases our studentsā€™ efforts but also promotes physical activity, teamwork and sportsmanship throughout the community in a fun environment. We look forward to seeing players, fans and family for a great event.ā€

The winners in each of the six divisions will receive prizes, such as cowbells and medals. For more information, contact Soyoun Lim, associate professor of kinesiology and jamboree director, atĀ s.lim@msstate.edu.

MSUā€™s College of Education, home of the Department of Kinesiology, also includes four additional academic departments, a division of education, one research unit and numerous service units. Learn more atĀ .

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