Show Notes
Sarah Adam, who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, is attempting to become the first woman to ever represent Team USA at a Paralympics in wheelchair rugby, a sport so violent it is nicknamed “murderball"
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U.S. forward Timothy Weah, who has played soccer all over the world, opens up about how growing up in a diverse neighborhood in Queens, New York shaped his identity.
U.S midfielder Tyler Adams is opening mini soccer pitches across the country to increase access to the sport, emphasizing locations in underserved communities.
U.S. striker Ricardo Pepi relies on the support of his family no matter where in the world he is playing
U.S. midfielder Cristian Roldan, the son of a Salvadoran mother and a Guatemalan father, is giving back to the community of Pico Rivera, California, where he was raised.
Team Canada goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair credits mentorship for propelling his soccer journey. Now he is now paying it forward.