Play It Dream It Project Report Under The Manchester City Partnership, June 2026

INTRODUCTION

In June 2026, FAME Foundation continued implementing the PLAY it DREAM it program across communities and schools in Lagos State in partnership with Manchester City and Midea Global. The program continued to use football and sport-based learning as effective tools for youth development, equipping children and young people with practical life skills while promoting healthy lifestyles, leadership, teamwork, and emotional wellbeing.

The month featured two editions of the Grassroots Football Bootcamp in Ikorodu and Surulere Communities, alongside Life Skills Development Through Sport sessions at Egbe Secondary School, Ikotun, and Euba Secondary School, Mushin.

These activities provided safe and engaging environments where participants could learn, play, build positive relationships, and develop the knowledge and skills needed to navigate everyday challenges.

PROJECT 1

PLAY IT DREAM IT GRASSROOTS FOOTBALL BOOTCAMP – IKORODU

OVERVIEW

The June edition of the PLAY it DREAM it Grassroots Football Bootcamp was held in Ikorodu Community, Lagos, in partnership with Manchester City and Midea Global. The bootcamp continued to use football as a platform for engaging children while promoting personal growth and healthy living.

The life skills session focused on Emotional Control: How to Handle Wins and Losses, helping participants understand the importance of managing emotions, showing respect regardless of the outcome of a game, and developing resilience in both success and disappointment.

Objectives

• To promote emotional control through football activities.
• To help participants understand healthy ways of responding to victory and defeat.
• To encourage resilience, discipline, and respect among participants.
• To promote teamwork and positive sportsmanship.
• To encourage healthy and active lifestyles among children.

 Activities Conducted

• Football drills and training sessions.
• Life skills session on emotional control.
• Team-building activities.
• Interactive discussions on sportsmanship.
• Recreational football matches.

Impact

Participants developed a better understanding of emotional control and the importance of responding positively to both winning and losing. The bootcamp encouraged resilience, discipline, and mutual respect while creating an environment where children could enjoy football, stay active, and build healthy relationships with their peers.

PROJECT 2

PLAY it DREAM it Grassroots Football Bootcamp – Surulere

Overview

Another edition of the PLAY it DREAM it Grassroots Football Bootcamp was delivered in Surulere Community, Lagos, under the partnership with Manchester City and Midea Global.

The bootcamp continued to combine football with life skills education, focusing on Emotional Control: How to Handle Wins and Losses. Participants learned that success is not only measured by winning but also by demonstrating respect, resilience, and self-control during competition.

Objectives

• To strengthen emotional resilience among participants.
• To encourage positive attitudes towards competition.
• To promote teamwork and respect through football.
• To encourage healthy lifestyles through active participation in sport.
• To provide a safe environment for learning and recreation.

Activities Conducted

• Football training sessions.
• Life skills discussions on emotional control.
• Team-based football activities.
• Mentorship and participant engagement.
• Recreational games.

Impact

Children demonstrated improved understanding of emotional regulation, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The bootcamp reinforced positive behaviours both on and off the pitch while encouraging participants to remain active, confident, and respectful regardless of the outcome of competition.

PROJECT 3

Life Skills Development Through Sport – Egbe Secondary School, Ikotun

Overview

The June edition of the Life Skills Development Through Sport program was held at Egbe Secondary School, Ikotun, Lagos, under the PLAY it DREAM it program in partnership with Manchester City and Midea Global.

The session focused on Cooperation, helping students understand the importance of working together, supporting one another, and contributing positively towards shared goals through interactive sport-based activities.

Objectives

• To promote cooperation among students.
• To strengthen teamwork and communication skills.
• To encourage respect and collaboration.
• To build positive relationships among participants.
• To demonstrate the value of collective effort through sport.

Activities Conducted

• Sport-based teamwork activities.
• Group challenges.
• Interactive discussions on cooperation.
• Leadership exercises.
• Reflection and participant engagement.

Impact

Students actively participated in collaborative activities that encouraged teamwork, communication, and mutual respect. The session strengthened their understanding of cooperation and highlighted how working together can improve learning, problem-solving, and relationships within the school environment.

PROJECT 4

Life Skills Development Through Sport – Euba Secondary School, Mushin

Overview

The PLAY it DREAM it program also reached Euba Secondary School, Mushin, Lagos, where students participated in another Life Skills Development Through Sport session delivered in partnership with Manchester City and Midea Global.

The session focused on Cooperation, encouraging students to appreciate the importance of supporting one another, sharing responsibilities, and working together to achieve common goals both in sport and everyday life.

Objectives

• To encourage teamwork and cooperation among students.
• To improve communication and interpersonal skills.
• To promote respect and shared responsibility.
• To strengthen leadership through collaborative activities.
• To encourage positive behaviour within the school community.

Activities Conducted

• Team-building activities.
• Cooperative sport-based games.
• Group discussions.
• Interactive learning sessions.
• Leadership and communication exercises.

Impact

Students demonstrated enthusiasm and active participation throughout the session. The activities reinforced the importance of cooperation, effective communication, and teamwork while encouraging students to apply these values in their academic work, friendships, and everyday interactions.

General Outcomes

Across all four projects implemented in June 2026, FAME Foundation successfully:

• Strengthened life skills development among children and young people through sport.
• Promoted emotional control, teamwork, cooperation, and resilience.
• Encouraged healthy living through regular participation in football and physical recreation.
• Expanded access to safe and inclusive learning environments.
• Increased youth engagement through structured sport and life skills activities.
• Reinforced the role of sport as a tool for education, leadership development, and positive social change.

Conclusion

The June 2026 activities further demonstrated FAME Foundation’s commitment to empowering children and young people through sport, education, and community engagement. The Grassroots Football Bootcamps and Life Skills Development Through Sport sessions created meaningful opportunities for participants to strengthen emotional resilience, develop cooperation, and adopt positive values that contribute to their overall growth and wellbeing.

The successful implementation of these activities continues to highlight the impact of the PLAY it DREAM it program in building healthier, more confident, and socially responsible young people while strengthening communities through the power of sport.