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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.
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, 2025
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, 2025
El Tímpano and KQED Feature SWB Bay Area in Powerful New Article
Photo Credit: Alejandro Durán for El Tímpano/CatchLight Local/ Report for America corps member We’re honored to share a recent feature...
Soccer Without Borders
May 12, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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
SWB Welcomes Alumnus Warshan Hussin to the Board of Directors
Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is honored to welcome SWB Alumnus, Warshan Hussin, to our Board of Directors! Warshan’s journey with SWB...
Soccer Without Borders
Nov 26, 2024
A Season of Growth and Connection: SWB’s Fall Recap
As we reflect on this fall season, we’re excited to celebrate how each SWB hub has created lasting memories, advanced our mission and...
Soccer Without Borders
Oct 29, 2024
Karishma Sheth Named to the SWB Board of Directors
Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is thrilled to welcome Karishma Sheth to our Board of Directors! As Chief Program Officer at EveryMind –...
Soccer Without Borders
Oct 25, 2024
Connecting Communities Through Soccer: The Impact of Cultural Exchange at Soccer Without Borders
The International Day of Peace, observed annually on September 21st to promote global unity and non-violence, reminds us that peace isn't...
Soccer Without Borders
Sep 20, 2024
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