By Day Four, the Green Batik Coaches program had moved from inspiration to transformation. The participants, now young coaches with practical experience, were ready to connect everything they had learned, teamwork, leadership, and environmental awareness, into lasting action plans for their communities.
The morning began at Hoegeng Stadium, where the excitement of training in a professional space lifted everyone’s spirits. Coaches refined their skills with a focus on dribbling, teamwork, and adapting drills to suit different learning styles. Beyond physical practice, the main goal was to help participants understand how their new knowledge could make a real difference after the program ended.
In class, they worked on developing their Action Plans using the 5W method (What, Who, Where, When, and Why), a tool to turn good ideas into concrete steps. Another important session explored how children develop across different age groups, from early childhood to late teens. This helped the coaches plan sessions that are safe, supportive, and motivating. Understanding how young people think and grow is key to effective community education, whether in sports, environmental awareness, or teamwork.
The program’s final day was a true celebration of learning and collaboration. The morning was filled with tournament preparation, and by afternoon, the field was alive with energy. Thirty-eight young players from SMP Negeri 1 Kota Pekalongan and SD Al Azhar Pekalongan joined the competition, rotating teams and learning the value of fair play and adaptability. Coaches also practiced managing tournaments, taking on roles such as timekeeper, scorekeeper, and coordinator, demonstrating that leadership is as much about organization as it is about inspiration.
The closing ceremony brought together representatives from the University of Pekalongan, Partners for Water, and the Green Batik Pekalongan team. Remarks from Mr. M. Fajru Sidqi and Mr. Nassim Abba highlighted the importance of connecting sports, culture, and environmental responsibility. Coach Yansen’s reflection reinforced the program’s vision: football can be a bridge, connecting people, disciplines, and traditions.
As certificates were handed out and photos taken, it was clear that this was not the end but a beginning. The young coaches would return home carrying new skills, new friendships, and a shared mission to promote sustainable batik and environmental awareness through sports. The five-day program showed how simple, practical experiences, when guided by curiosity and care, can inspire lifelong action. The Green Batik Coaches have proven that with teamwork, empathy, and imagination, every game can become a lesson in building a better world.
