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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.
SWB Oakland Renamed ‘SWB Bay Area’ as Programming Expands into San Francisco and Grows in Hayward
SAN FRANCISCO (July 2024) Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is excited to announce that our Oakland hub will now officially be known as SWB...
Soccer Without Borders
Jul 22, 2024
Sarah Stangl Keras to Represent SWB at Festival 24 in Paris, France
From July 23-29, Sarah Stangl Karas, Soccer Without Borders (SWB) Colorado Program Manager, will be volunteering at Festival 24, an...
Soccer Without Borders
Jul 17, 2024
James’ Inspiring Journey: SWB Oakland Participant Plays for The Town FC at ‘The Soccer Tournament’
Whenever he steps onto the soccer pitch, it doesn’t take long for James’ talents as a technical winger, his wicked speed, and his ‘wand’...
Luke Frey-Wedeen, SWB
Jul 8, 2024
Swap Mushiana Named SWB’s First Director of Behavioral Health & Wellness
Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is thrilled to announce that Swap Mushiana has been named our first-ever Director of Behavioral Health and...
Soccer Without Borders
Jun 19, 2024
SWB Nicaragua TEAM Camp 2024: Join Us for a Special Soccer and Cultural Exchange Experience
Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is thrilled to announce that, after a multi-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic and more, our SWB...
Soccer Without Borders
May 9, 2024
Finding Home: The SWB Mural Project
We are thrilled to announce the completion of the SWB Mural Project, a significant milestone in our journey towards creating a welcoming...
Soccer Without Borders
May 6, 2024
Switch the Pitch Inclusive Coach Training: Using the Power of Play to Address Inequalities in Soccer
“We can’t bury our heads in the sand. We have to be positive, we have to be out there, and we have to be educated. […] It’s not just a soccer job, though – you’re not just a soccer coach, you’re a role model to these kids.” - Gary Lewis, Chicago Fire Football Academy Technical Director Empathy, appreciation, safety, vulnerability, awareness, and authenticity – these are the focus areas of our Switch the Pitch inclusive coach training series. The latest installment of the trai
Soccer Without Borders
Apr 15, 2024
Soccer Without Borders Joins the Sport for Refugees Coalition
“Sport has the power to align our passion, energy and enthusiasm around a collective cause. And that is precisely when hope can be...
Soccer Without Borders
Apr 5, 2024
Introducing Our 2023 Annual Report
Dear SWB Community, 2023 was a monumental year for soccer and Soccer Without Borders. The year marked the FIFA Women’s World Cup that...
Soccer Without Borders
Mar 21, 2024
Soccer Without Borders Receives Gift From MacKenzie Scott’s Yield Giving Open Call
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BALTIMORE (March 20, 2024) Today, MacKenzie Scott’s Yield Giving announced Soccer Without Borders as one of the...
Soccer Without Borders
Mar 20, 2024
Run for Soccer Without Borders at the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon
Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is excited to announce that, for the 8th year, we will have a charity team running the TCS New York City...
Soccer Without Borders
Mar 11, 2024
Soccer Without Borders, Common Goal, and Positive Coaching Alliance Forge a Partnership for Switch the Pitch
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Soccer Without Borders, Common Goal, and Positive Coaching Alliance Forge a Partnership for Switch the Pitch...
Soccer Without Borders
Mar 4, 2024
Jules Mayele Named Director of SWB Uganda
Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is thrilled to announce that Jules Mayele has been named Director of SWB Uganda! An alumnus of the program,...
Soccer Without Borders
Jan 17, 2024
Audio Interview: Get to Know Alumni Coaches from SWB Colorado!
As part of our SWB United: Play It Forward campaign, we are thrilled to highlight some incredible teammates who began their SWB journeys...
Soccer Without Borders
Dec 21, 2023
Play It Forward 2023: Motivational Movies Chosen by SWB Staff
As we celebrate SWB United, our Play It Forward campaign for 2023, we are excited to share this series of end-of-year blogs centered...
Soccer Without Borders
Dec 19, 2023
Audio Interview: Get to Know Alumni Coaches from SWB Maryland!
As part of our SWB United: Play It Forward campaign, we are thrilled to highlight some incredible teammates who began their SWB journeys...
Soccer Without Borders
Dec 15, 2023
Play It Forward 2023: Standout Moments from the World of Soccer
As we celebrate SWB United, our Play It Forward campaign for 2023, we are excited to share this series of year-end blogs centered around...
Soccer Without Borders
Dec 13, 2023
Audio Interview: Get to Know Alumni Coaches from SWB Massachusetts!
As part of our SWB United: Play It Forward campaign, we are thrilled to highlight some incredible teammates who began their SWB journeys...
Soccer Without Borders
Dec 8, 2023
Play It Forward 2023: Inspirational Reads Recommended by SWB Staff
As we celebrate SWB United, our Play It Forward campaign for 2023, we are excited to share this series of end-of-year blogs centered...
Soccer Without Borders
Dec 6, 2023
Audio Interview: Get to Know the Alumni Coaches from SWB Oakland!
As part of our SWB United: Play It Forward campaign, we are thrilled to shine a spotlight on some incredible teammates who began their...
Soccer Without Borders
Dec 1, 2023
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