On Sunday, October. 17th, Soccer in the Streets held its annual Black Tie Soccer Game 2021. Soccer in the Streets’ end of the year gala hosted family and friends. Instead of the standard banquet dinner, the participants dressed in Boots, Bow Ties, and Ballgowns - The Black Tie Soccer Game was a soccer game like no other.
Beyond the Field - Players That Care
Research has shown that Generation Z and Generation Alpha are the most anxious generation. Anxiety and Depression diagnoses have significantly surged over the last decade and will continue in that direction post-pandemic. Thankfully, there has been an increase in the willingness to communicate and share about mental health and wellness.
Soccer in the Streets grant recipient of GA 100 mini pitches
The Atlanta United Foundation and Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) have announced grants to develop eight new soccer mini-pitches as part of the second phase of the GA 100 campaign. With 12 mini-pitches now in development, the GA 100 campaign is closer to its goal to create up to 100 mini-pitches across the state leading into the 2026 FIFA World Cup.