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Key takeaways
- A spokesperson said concerns about the incident at a local i9 Sports program are being taken seriously and a review has begun.
- Nevada began dribbling at 10 months and trains three hours daily with his father.
- Nevada has a sizable social media following where he showcases his ball-handling skills.
- The incident drew attention from former pro player Eddie Johnson.
- Nevada will join Eddie Johnson's Orlando-based youth soccer program in January for mentorship.
Martasia said the league refunded the family for Nevada’s fall soccer league registration.
“We are aware of concerns being shared regarding an incident at a local i9 Sports program, and we take them very seriously,” a spokesperson from the youth sports league said. “The respectful treatment and well-being of every child and family matter deeply to us. We have reached out to the family and have begun a review that includes speaking with those involved. While we work to understand the circumstances, we will not speculate or share unverified information. We appreciate everyone who has brought their concerns to our attention.”
Nevada, who started dribbling a soccer ball at 10 months old, trains with his father three hours a day, according to his mother. He has a sizable following on social media, where he showcases his ball-handling skills.
The incident caught the attention of Eddie Johnson, a former professional soccer player. Nevada will be joining Johnson’s Orlando-based youth soccer training program in January, his mother said.
“Now that this situation happened, he’s just gonna take [Nevada] under his wing because he has the proper program for him,” she said.
This article originally appeared on HuffPost.
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