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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 21, 2019
Celebrating 10 Years at SWB Maryland
Baltimore, MD- "Families are resettled in Baltimore every day, but what does it really mean to be settled? Their basic needs are met –...
Soccer Without Borders
Feb 19, 2019
SWB Featured by GlobalSport Matters
In partnership with GlobalSport Matters at Arizona State University, Soccer Without Borders is excited to share a new mini-documentary...
Soccer Without Borders
Oct 4, 2018
SWB Celebrates International Peace Day 2018
Check out how some of our programs celebrated International Peace Day 2018! Baltimore, MD On Friday, September 21st, over 65 students...
Soccer Without Borders
Aug 30, 2018
The Language of Soccer
“So, where are you all from?” “I’m from Haiti!" “Puerto Rico!” “Venezuela!” “Costa Rica!” “Panama!” And it doesn’t stop there; El...
Soccer Without Borders
Jul 9, 2018
SWB Celebrates World Refugee Day 2018
Baltimore, MD SWB Baltimore celebrated World Refugee Day by inviting all of our high school, middle school, and elementary school...
Soccer Without Borders
Jun 29, 2018
2018 Juggle Challenge Winners Announced
Check out all of the winning videos from the 2018 Juggle Challenge hosted by SWB Colorado! Thank you to everyone who participated and...
Soccer Without Borders
Jun 6, 2018
Soccer Without Borders Announces New Directors in Maryland and Colorado
MARYLAND Soccer Without Borders is excited to announce the hiring of Emily Sherman as the incoming Director of SWB Baltimore. Emily will...
Soccer Without Borders
May 7, 2018
Volunteer Spotlight: Hailey
Hailey is a 2017-2018 SOURCE Scholar with the SWB Baltimore Program through Johns Hopkins University where she is completing her Master's...
Soccer Without Borders
Mar 24, 2018
SWB Alumnus Speaks at FIFA for Equality and Inclusion Conference
On Wednesday, February 28th, SWB Baltimore Coach Kat Sipes and alumnus Warshan Hussin headed to the airport to begin their journey to...
Soccer Without Borders
Mar 19, 2018
Volunteer Spotlight: Maggie
Maggie has been volunteering at SWB Baltimore since the Spring of 2016 and assists with all of the middle school teams. Where are you...
Soccer Without Borders
Dec 21, 2017
How Do We Measure Impact?
The end of the year always marks a time of reflection, celebration, and visioning for the year ahead. One of the defining characteristics...
Soccer Without Borders
Dec 6, 2017
Meet ASIYA: Sport Hijabs for Girls
Cambridge, MA - Last month, girls at Soccer Without Borders programs had the opportunity to sport some new gear on the field thanks to...
Soccer Without Borders
Nov 2, 2017
Soccer Without Borders Wins FIFA Diversity Award 2017
Cambridge, MA - The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) has announced today that Soccer Without Borders is honored...
Soccer Without Borders
Oct 18, 2017
Senda Athletics and Soccer Without Borders Partner Toward A Common Goal
Cambridge, MA— Senda Athletics, a global leader in producing premium quality Fair Trade Certified soccer balls, has renewed its...
Soccer Without Borders
Oct 3, 2017
SWB Celebrates International Day of Peace
Take a look at how each SWB program celebrated International Peace Day! #Kampala #Granada #Baltimore #Boston #Greeley #Oakland
Soccer Without Borders
Sep 18, 2017
SWB Release 2016 Annual Report
With #WelcomingWeek as a backdrop, we are pleased to release our 2016 Annual Report. This report celebrates 10 years of Soccer Without...
Soccer Without Borders
Sep 15, 2017
Meet the Newest SWB Board Members
Soccer Without Borders is proud to announce the recent additions to our Board of Directors and National Advisory Board. Francisco Queirό...
Soccer Without Borders
May 10, 2017
Friendship Goals: Building Bridges Among Families
The Family Mentor program at SWB Baltimore matches newcomer families to Baltimore residents who can ease the transition, making the...
Soccer Without Borders
May 1, 2017
US Soccer Foundation Awards SWB Inaugural Impact Award
CAMBRIDGE, MA– Soccer Without Borders today announced it has been awarded the 2017 Urban Soccer Symposium Impact Award from the U.S....
Soccer Without Borders
Mar 21, 2017
Youth Soccer in Maryland: Barriers to Inclusion & Play for Newcomers
Our goal is for all Soccer Without Borders participants to be able to take full advantage of the program activities we provide. Our...
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