Darfur United Wins Peace and Sport Award!

It was an honor to represent Darfur United at the Peace and Sport Forum in Sochi, Russia. It was an amazing event, bringing together people from all over the world that share the same vision — that sports offers something unique and beautiful to the movement...
Darfur Olympic Dreams

Darfur Olympic Dreams

The Darfur United players are back home in the refugee camps. I like to imagine them sitting under a tree, telling a crowd of kids about their experience at the Viva World Cup and then going out to the field with a ball and playing. I am sure there are many little...
From Bombs to Fireworks

From Bombs to Fireworks

Hanging out with the Darfur United players, it was easy to forget where they came from and what they have gone through. They are the kindest and most joyful group you’ll ever meet. There were moments, though, when their past came rushing back into the present....
Ten Things

Ten Things

Ten Things I’ve Learned Somewhere Between the USA, Chad, and Iraq 1. People can rebuild from horrible suffering and maintain their humanity—and sense of humor. 2. You show you care, you earn trust, then you can push them as hard as is needed, and they respond....
The Team Visits Citadel of Erbil

The Team Visits Citadel of Erbil

Today the team had a well deserved day of relaxation and did some site-seeing. Check out some pictures of their visit to the Citadel of Erbil.     Gabriel with Mubarak Abdelah, aka Mubarag, aka Alves   Coach with Kounoungou and Sadam    [nggallery...