THE message for girls thinking of playing football is #WeCanPlay.
As part of the Girls 'Come and Try Football' Festival, free sessions are being held for youngsters aged between six and 11.
They take place at Tendring Technology College's Frinton campus in Rochford Way this Saturday.
The session for girls aged six and seven is from 12.15pm to 1.15pm, and for eight to 11-year-olds from 1.30pm until 2.45pm.
It is being hosted by Essex County Football Association.
Book your free place by calling Lana Gillard on 01245 393093 or emailing lana.gillard@essexfa.com.
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