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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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
First Look: 2022 Soccer Without Borders Hub Reports
Year-round in Nicaragua, Uganda, and the United States, we work hard to eliminate obstacles that too often keep underserved youth from...
Soccer Without Borders
Jul 5, 2023
First Half Reflections: SWB Hub Highlights and Milestones from Spring 2023
In a soccer game, the halftime whistle is a time to step back, reflect, and discuss the things that have gone well (and those which could...
Sophia Goethals, SWB
Jun 29, 2023
Jennifer Tepper Named Soccer Without Borders Executive Director
Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Tepper as its new Executive Director. Jennifer brings a...
Soccer Without Borders
Apr 20, 2023
SWB Massachusetts Director Bruno Contreras Featured on the Inspira Podcast
Launched in January 2023, the Inspira podcast, hosted by Erika Mueller Chen, is an interview-based podcast that provides career advice...
Soccer Without Borders
Feb 14, 2023
In the Huddle: An Inside Look at SWB’s Coach Foundations Training
For the first time in nearly three years, Soccer Without Borders (SWB) brought together 20 full-time staff members from around the United...
Soccer Without Borders
Nov 8, 2022
In the Huddle: A Spotlight on the Creating Belonging Series
“Belonging”, “inclusion”, “equity”, “opportunity” – you won’t have to spend much time around a Soccer Without Borders (SWB) program...
Soccer Without Borders
Sep 21, 2022
Switch The Pitch Mobilizes Players Toward Anti-Racist Action
Switch the Pitch supporters clockwise from the upper-left: Angela Hucles Mangano from Angel City FC, CJ Brown from Chicago Fire FC, Ali...
Soccer Without Borders
Sep 8, 2022
Soccer, Education, & Community: SWB Hub Highlights from Spring 2022
Participants and coaches from SWB Colorado's Aurora site. No matter the time of year–whether you may find yourself in the middle of a...
Soccer Without Borders
Jul 20, 2022
Meeting Youth Where They Are: Annual Report FY21
The average soccer player spends more than 95% of the game without the ball. A match’s outcome relies much less on what you do when you...
Soccer Without Borders
Jun 14, 2022
Free Workshop Series: How Soccer Can Support Newcomer Afghan Youth
Soccer Without Borders is pleased to announce a new virtual workshop series entitled How Soccer Can Support Newcomer Afghan Youth. This...
Soccer Without Borders
Jan 26, 2022
Soccer Without Borders Expands Partnership with Capelli Sport
Capelli Sport and Soccer Without Borders Extend Partnership
Soccer Without Borders
Dec 20, 2021
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