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Stories from
the Field
With year-round activities happening across our hubs in Nicaragua, Uganda, and the United States, there is no shortage of inspiring stories to share. Stay up to date with all of the latest news around Soccer Without Borders through our blog, newsletters, and social media.
When Girls Hold the Whistle, Everything Changes
Every whistle signals more than the start of a match. It says: Here is a space of rules, of fairness, of accountability. Â For youth at...
Maddy Boston & Muriel Mena
Oct 9
Back to School, Back to Belonging (And How You Can Help!)
A new school. A new language. A new culture. A new system. Back-to-school season can be overwhelming for any student. But for many youth...
Soccer Without Borders
Sep 3
Meet Our 2025 TCS New York City Marathon Team!
On November 2nd, eleven dedicated runners will take on the iconic TCS New York City Marathon. From Staten Island to Central Park, they’ll...
Soccer Without Borders
Aug 20
Leveling the Playing Field: How Global Goal 5 Leagues are Advancing Gender Equity Across the USA
This youth-led mini documentary was filmed and co-created by Jona, a Bay Area participant, with mentorship from filmmaker Fatima Yahyaa....
Muriel Mena, SWB
Jul 23
KQED's The Bay Podcast Explores SWB's Role as a Safe Space for Immigrant Youth
The Bay , a podcast from KQED, recently featured Soccer Without Borders in an episode highlighting how soccer can serve as a rare...
Soccer Without Borders
Jun 11
When Values Meet on the Pitch: Detroit City vs. Chicago Fire
From left: CJ Brown (Chicago Fire FC), Nora Dooley (SWB Assist Director), and Todd Kropp (Detroit City FC) at the U.S. Open Cup match in...
Soccer Without Borders
May 23
El TÃmpano and KQED Feature SWB Bay Area in Powerful New Article
Photo Credit: Alejandro Durán for El TÃmpano/CatchLight Local/ Report for America corps member We’re honored to share a recent feature...
Soccer Without Borders
May 12
Coach Rafa Barrios Brings SWB to the Spotlight on Fox Deportes
We are thrilled to share a special moment for Soccer Without Borders (SWB): this April, coach Rafael Barrios, from our SWB Bay Area...
Soccer Without Borders
May 8
How Sport Rebuilds Communities and Scales Impact
We’re proud to share a new article co-authored by Mayele Jules Murhula, Director of SWB Uganda, and Raissa Remandaban Magnin, a Social...
Soccer Without Borders
May 1
A League for Every Girl: Expanding Play and Opportunity Across Uganda
On soccer pitches all across Uganda, a movement is taking shape. The Uganda Girls Leagues (UGL) are here—a first-of-its-kind, nationwide...
Soccer Without Borders
Apr 8
Read Our 2024 Annual Report, Available Now!
From the local pitch to the global stage, 2024 was a year of impact, growth, and connection. Soccer continues to be a force for change,...
Soccer Without Borders
Mar 7
Run the 2025 TCS NYC Marathon for Soccer Without Borders!
We’re thrilled to announce that for the 9th year, SWB will have a charity team running the TCS New York City Marathon!  Applications are...
Soccer Without Borders
Mar 5
Standout Mission Moments of 2024: Stories of Impact from SWB Staff
An Encouraging Poster Designed by SWB Colorado Participants Over the past several weeks, we have reflect upon an incredibly impactful...
Muriel Mena, SWB
Feb 3
2024’s Most Unforgettable Soccer Moments, Chosen by SWB Staff
SWB Bay Area participants exemplifying empathy, teamwork, and resilience on and off the field. Over the next several weeks, we’ll reflect...
Muriel Mena, SWB
Jan 22
Stories That Move Us: Handpicked Books by SWB Staff
Over the next several weeks, we’ll reflect upon the incredible ways soccer can inspire, unite, and drive us toward a more inclusive and...
Soccer Without Borders
Jan 8
Play It Forward Issue #5: The Power of Mental Health & Wellness
Step into the SWB Universe, where every newcomer has powerful stories to tell! Each week in December, a new issue will unfold a powerful...
Soccer Without Borders
Dec 23, 2024
Play It Forward Issue #4: The Power of Connection
Step into the SWB Universe, where every newcomer has powerful stories to tell! Each week in December, a new issue will unfold a powerful...
Soccer Without Borders
Dec 16, 2024
Play It Forward Issue #3: The Power of Education
Step into the SWB Universe, where every newcomer has powerful stories to tell! Each week in December, a new issue will unfold a powerful...
Soccer Without Borders
Dec 9, 2024
Play It Forward Issue #2: The Power of Language
Step into the SWB Universe, where every newcomer has powerful stories to tell! Each week in December, a new issue will unfold a powerful...
Soccer Without Borders
Dec 5, 2024
Play It Forward Issue #1: The Power of Play
Step into the SWB Universe, where every newcomer has powerful stories to tell! Each week in December, a new issue will unfold a powerful...
Soccer Without Borders
Dec 3, 2024
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