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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.


Soccer Without Borders
Aug 6, 2020
NorCal Premier Soccer Features SWB's Ben Gucciardi
"We need fundamental restructuring of the priorities that we have around youth soccer..."


Soccer Without Borders
Aug 4, 2020
Baltimore Ravens Award Soccer Without Borders with PLAY 60 Grant
Funding will support programs for 100 SWB Maryland middle school youth to develop their English, soccer and leadership skills.

Soccer Without Borders
Jun 18, 2020
Reflections From SWB 8th Grade Graduates in Maryland
SWB Maryland 8th grade graduates share some of their fondest memories from the time they have spent with SWB so far


Soccer Without Borders
Jun 10, 2020
Aya Features With Best in the World: Discussing Equal Opportunity
SWB Maryland's Aya, features alongside Ada Hegerberg, Blaise Matuidi, Juan Mata, and Eniola Aluko to discuss equal opportunities in soccer.


Soccer Without Borders
Jun 3, 2020
SWB Nicaragua named GlobalGiving's Project of the Month
We are honored and thrilled to share that SWB Nicaragua has been named the June 2020 Project of the Month by GlobalGiving.


Soccer Without Borders
Apr 9, 2020
Soccer Without Borders Launches Stay Home Spring Season
Today, Soccer Without Borders is excited to announce the launch of our first full Stay Home Spring Season!


Soccer Without Borders
Mar 30, 2020
Gender Equality On and Off the Pitch: Reflections From Pakistan
We are excited to share the reflections and learnings of SWB Maryland Program Coordinator Sarah Stangl from her coach exchange in Pakistan.


Soccer Without Borders
Mar 8, 2020
Introducing: The Global Goal 5 Accelerator
The first-ever Global Goal 5 Accelerator will kick off at Soccer Without Borders in Kampala, Uganda on Tuesday, March 10th. Nine different o


Soccer Without Borders
Feb 7, 2020
Shannon Fisher Named Seattle Director at Soccer Without Borders
Soccer Without Borders is excited to announce Shannon Fisher as its newest Seattle Program Director.


Soccer Without Borders
Feb 5, 2020
WSC Fellows lead outreach across Nicaragua
In recent months, WSC Fellows in Nicaragua have taken the lead in this outreach, leading 2 camps for girls in Boaco and Bluefields.


Soccer Without Borders
Jan 8, 2020
Shiham Receives Full Scholarship to the University of Puget Sound
“Through SWB, I learned leadership skills, which have led me to having this scholarship opportunity."

Soccer Without Borders
Dec 31, 2019
Soccer Without Borders Seattle High School Girls Spotlight
“Playing with SWB allows me to concentrate and leave behind the things that are negative in my life."


Soccer Without Borders
Dec 30, 2019
Year in Review: SWB Nicaragua
As we jump into a new year, SWB Nicaragua invites you to join us in celebrating the brightest and biggest moments of 2019!


Soccer Without Borders
Dec 22, 2019
Courtside with Girl Determined
I had a moment during practice that reminded me of the power of this work -- of how sport truly acts as a medium for social inclusion...


Soccer Without Borders
Dec 20, 2019
Year in Review: SWB Uganda
2019 was an incredible year of growth at SWB Uganda. Join us in celebrating all the memorable moments by #PlayingItForward!

Soccer Without Borders
Dec 20, 2019
Soccer Without Borders Bringing Neighbors Together Through Soccer
The Soccer Without Borders middle school girls exchange with the Natick Nightmares is building bridges across local communities.

Soccer Without Borders
Nov 25, 2019
Investing in Youth Leadership
At SWB Uganda, our assistant coach program supports older participants to hone their coaching and leadership skills.

Soccer Without Borders
Nov 11, 2019
A Month of Learning & Exchange at Soccer Without Borders Uganda
SWB collaborated with women and girls across the country to grow the game of football for ourselves, our peers, and our communities.


Soccer Without Borders
Nov 4, 2019
Updates from the court: Mia Weinland, WSC Fellow
Women's Sports Corps Fellow, Mia Weinland, shares updates from her work with Girl Determined in Myanmar.


Soccer Without Borders
Oct 31, 2019
Soccer Without Borders Featured by FIFA
FIFA has shown the spotlight on Soccer Without Borders, bringing attention to SWB's presence working with refugees in Kampala, Uganda.
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