Soccer in the Streets staff member gets a mention in the UK New Year's Honors List
Director of Strategic Projects, Sanjay Patel
Over the New Year, Soccer in the Streets Director of Strategic Projects, Sanjay Patel was recognized in the UK New Year’s Honours List by being awarded as a Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire(MBE) for services to Social Mobility, the promotion of Prosperity and to Education in Atlanta through soccer. This award was mainly in part to Sanjay’s work involving the StationSoccer initiative which was conceptualized back in 2014.
British Consul General, Andrew Staunton spoke highly about Sanjay and the Soccer in the Streets community.
“I’m delighted that Sanjay’s contribution has been recognized by Her Majesty The Queen,” said Staunton. “He has made a difference in the lives of many through a shared love and passion for football. Sanjay and those involved with Soccer in the Streets have given the chance to play, live, and learn together.”
Award recipient, Sanjay Patel stated-
“I am very proud to receive this recognition, in addition, much credit to everyone at Soccer in the Streets, our amazing partners, and the communities we serve. It goes to show the craziest of ideas are possible and if you really believe in something, never give up.”
Today, the StationSoccer project has grown to include four-station projects and there is more to come in the pipeline.
Soccer in the Streets, Executive Director, Phil Hill stated-
“Sanjay has been passionate and worked night and day to make this project happen. It’s fantastic that he’s been recognized, it’s a great accomplishment for him and our organization.”
To learn more about this award, click here
To learn about StationSoccer, click here