“I only coach outside the U.S. in forbidden lands!”

“I only coach outside the U.S. in forbidden lands!”

These are the words of Darfur United Head Coach Mark Hodson in response to the announcement of the 2016 ConIFA World Cup in the Autonomous Republic of Abkhazia, a disputed territory and partially recognized state controlled by a separatist government on the eastern...
Strongest Kick So Far!

Strongest Kick So Far!

I could not be more grateful for the outstanding support shown by the community for Darfur United at this year’s One Strong Kick on May 30, hosted by Kari and Dennis Doody at their beautiful home in Hermosa Beach, CA! This year, our goal was to raise enough to expand...
Video:  The making of DUSA refugee Camp Touloum

Video: The making of DUSA refugee Camp Touloum

It’s difficult to convey what it feels like to see a DUSA come to life. It’s always surreal to be standing in what feels like the middle of nowhere in eastern Chad, near the border of Sudan, as we watch men and women work together to provide a safe,...
Safety, Peace, and Leadership: DUSA Touloum Launched

Safety, Peace, and Leadership: DUSA Touloum Launched

This blog is part of i-ACT Expedition 20. Read more about the entire trip here. Darfur United Soccer Academy (DUSA) Touloum is officially launched! This morning we conducted the pilot Academy consisting of about 15 boys and 15 girls, although we could have easily...
More Than Ready

More Than Ready

This blog is part of i-ACT Expedition 20. Read more about the entire trip here. This morning was the last Darfur United Soccer Academy (DUSA) Coaches Training session. It’s hard to believe the week has already come to an end. After our training, we asked the...