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Soccer Without Borders Featured by SB Nation
SB Nation shines a spotlight on the transformative experience of Warshan Hussin, a former SWB Maryland participant and current staff member.
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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
Sep 16, 2019
Senda and SWB Renew Partnership
When you think of soccer at its most basic, people often say "all you need is a ball." All over the world, soccer balls take many forms,...
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
Mar 8, 2019
Women's World Cup Here We Come
Soccer Without Borders is thrilled to announce its delegation for the upcoming Youth Festival at the FIFA Women's World Cup, hosted by...
Soccer Without Borders
Mar 4, 2019
SWB Uganda Coach Featured by Common Goal
"It was an opportunity to give back to my fellow refugees that came to Uganda and faced the same obstacles that I was facing. It's what...
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
Aug 10, 2018
Local non-profits and Councilmember Dave Upthegrove come together for Kent Immigrant and Refugee Com
With councilmember’s support, Soccer Without Borders and World Relief are teaming up to host the 1st Annual Kent Immigrant and Refugee...
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 6, 2018
Game Day with Tackle Africa
It’s 7:30am on a Saturday morning in the middle of May. The sun may have just risen above Lake Victoria to the East, but there are...
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
Apr 18, 2018
Soccer Without Borders Awarded $25,000 From U.S. Soccer Foundation
Grant to Fund Innovative Programming That Keeps Teens in the Game CAMBRIDGE, MA – Soccer Without Borders today announced it has been...
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
Feb 7, 2018
A wonderful side of soccer -- helping kids feel like they belong
SWB Oakland was recently featured in Soccer America with an article written by Lauren Markham. Lauren is a writer based in Berkeley, CA...
Soccer Without Borders
Jan 31, 2018
Introducing Soccer Without Borders Seattle
Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is pleased to announce the addition of its newest program: SWB Seattle. The Seattle program will open in...
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
May 31, 2017
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Names SWB Finalist for Sports Award
PRINCETON, N.J.,– The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) has announced 16 finalists for the 2017 Sports Award, an honor recognizing...
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 27, 2017
Why We Measure- An Inside Look at M&E at SWB Uganda
As Soccer Without Borders continues to evolve, we are constantly asking ourselves two major questions: How much of an impact are we...
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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