In his own words Manil—an SWB Colorado alumnus and current coach-mentor—shares his heartfelt journey from feeling overlooked to leading with purpose. From nearly walking away from the game to becoming a leader for the next generation, Manil’s story is honest, reflective, and a powerful reminder of what a supportive team environment can unlock. We’re honored to share his words in full. For me, soccer was a boring and uninteresting sport. That is how I viewed it before I actual

Beloved Colorado-based folk rock band The Lumineers are celebrating their 20th anniversary with more than music. In partnership with Common Goal, GOAL Projects, and Footballco, the band has released a limited-edition jersey that supports girls’ programming at SWB Colorado. We’re incredibly honored to be part of this collaboration—one that brings together sport, art, and purpose to uplift newcomer youth through the power of community. Thank you to The Lumineers, Common Goal, a

Every whistle signals more than the start of a match. It says: Here is a space of rules, of fairness, of accountability. For youth at Soccer Without Borders (SWB), that whistle also marks a turning point – a small but powerful moment when a game becomes a training ground for leadership, voice, and transformation. Refereeing is more than knowing the rules of soccer. It is an education in judgment, communication, and courage. Every call requires confidence. Every disagreement t

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...

On November 2nd, eleven dedicated runners will take on the iconic TCS New York City Marathon. From Staten Island to Central Park, they’ll...