“I Feel Happy and Freedom” — Iggy

“I Feel Happy and Freedom” — Iggy

On September 21, International Day of Peace, I received a wonderful message from Iggy. Iggy is a confident soccer player and person. During our journey to Iraq and the Viva World Cup, he was always smiling and looking for ways to help those around him. He is very...
Chasing a Goal

Chasing a Goal

Ben wrote this article for the school magazine at High Tunstall College of Science – in the UK, where he is the Sport Sciences Programme Leader So, I was minding my own business, lazy Tuesday evening, having a quick look on Facebook and an old friend from when I...
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....
Leave a Message for the Team!

Leave a Message for the Team!

The team has arrived in Erbil, Iraqi Kurdistan, and they are practicing with Coach Mark and Coach Ben. Their first game will be on June 4 at midnight against North Cyprus. Leave a message below, and Gabriel will share your message with the team before they take the...