My name is Alex Greenfield. I live in Rexburg with my wife and our three adorable itsy-bitsy girls, ages eight, five, and three. I started late in life with marriage and children, and I turned 50 years old last year. But I would not have it any other way. I feel better than I ever have and count my blessings regularly.
 

I've been teaching for 25 years. (Wow, that makes me feel seriously old!). I am from New York City. I graduated from Colgate University in 1993. I'm currently the department head for the extended resource rooms at Jefferson Elementary School, an adjunct professor at BYU-I, am in a doctoral program, and own a martial arts dojo. So, if there is one challenge I particularly have right now, it is time management. It absolutely beats being bored, however!
 

The best aspect of my job(s) is getting to see the smiles and laughter of adorable shining stars who are sometimes overlooked by the world. I love these kids in a way like I love my own kids. It is not easy, but as Boyd K Packer said, “Life was never meant to be easy.”
I started Rigby Free Soccer at RMS five years ago after two guidance counsellor friends (Kim Azbil and Devvin Johnson) gave me the idea. We noticed that certain demographics were underperforming academically and thought that if we motivated them with a sport they love, they might achieve more.
 

I told the students if they passed their classes, they could be a part of the team. At RMS we still mandate students are passing all classes to participate (if not, they must attend homework help before practice). It seems to be working, and last year the statistics indicated that students who participated in the program had better attendance!
 

We started out with five students five years ago, and this year had over 180 registrations. The policy has remained the same: no family will ever be asked to pay for their children to participate. We survive on volunteerism and fund raising. Our annual budget is about $6,000. All the funds we raise go directly to the students via coaches, referees, and t-shirts. There are no administrative expenditures, salaries, etc.
 

IF you feel so inclined, we would love the program to continue, so gladly accept any donations offered. You can find the donation button on our home page and at the top of every page.
 

Thank you for allowing your kids to participate, and for cheering them on so lovingly. What a great community we have! I want to make sure that this experience exceeds your expectations, so please contact me any time with advice!

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Alex