O       Teach your children to never go anywhere without a “safe adult.” Help them understand that a “safe adult” is someone that you have identified as such. At soccer related activities, they should stay in groups as much as possible.

O       Identify an adult who will be responsible for supervising children not with their parents during a game.

O       Do not clothe small children in items that identify them by name, either first or last.

O       Approach adults who are watching practices or games who do not appear to be with players/children. Identify yourself and ask them if they are watching a particular player.

O       Children should never be allowed to go unescorted to public restrooms.

O       Never leave a child alone awaiting transportation after a practice or game.

O       Never allow siblings to play at playgrounds while you are watching a soccer game.  This is a common means of abduction.