by Gabriel | Sep 12, 2013
It was not a great start to our soccer story. It was going to be beautiful, I thought, the bringing together of young men from all twelve refugee camps, representing over a dozen tribes to become a team, to joyfully play together—united! As we stood in front of them...
by Katie-Jay | Aug 24, 2012
Veuillez installer Flash Player pour lire la vidéo Documentaire – Un ballon pour exister – Canal+ created this short documentary about the Viva World Cup. Watch for interviews with Darfur United players and coach Mark Hodson.
by Gabriel | Jun 18, 2012
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....
by Gabriel | Jun 10, 2012
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....