In November 2015, Jersey 2 Africa 4 Football continued their efforts to provide support and opportunities for young football players in the Nairobi slums.Despite the challenges they faced, the team remained committed to their cause and continued to make a difference in the lives of those they met.
Upon arriving in Mukuru, the team was greeted by players eager to learn and improve their skills. However, they also saw the devastation caused by a fire at Embakasi Girls School, which had destroyed 50% of the school. One of the players, Christine, had lost most of her personal belongings in the fire. J2A stepped in to help by sending her on a shopping trip to replace the items she had lost.
Despite the difficult circumstances, coaching continued in an improvised outdoor classroom. The team also had the opportunity to visit players' homes and see first-hand the difficult living conditions that many of them faced. The experience was humbling, and it strengthened their resolve to continue their efforts to help.
J2A also returned to Red Roof Academy, where they were given a warm welcome. They had the chance to meet a young lad who featured in an earlier book, and who was now a bit bemused by his newfound celebrity status. This heart-warming moment served as a reminder of the impact that their work had on the lives of these young players.
J2A also formed a partnership with A&K, which now supplied branded footballs which people can purchase to donate. This has helped to provide even more support to the young football players in Nairobi.
Finally,J2A had the opportunity to fulfill their dream of enabling their players to play and be coached on a decent playing surface. Thanks to a meeting with official sat the Nairobi City Stadium, they were able to use a 3G facility, which was a significant upgrade from the rough and uneven fields that most players had been accustomed to.
Despite the many challenges they faced, J2A remained committed to their cause and continued to make a positive impact in the lives of those they met. Through their hard work and dedication, they were able to provide hope and opportunities for young football players in the Nairobi slums.
