A while back we were asked to read a piece “The Hijab on the Pitch” by our very own Professor Dubois. This piece introduced me to some information and perceptions some people have on the hijab. Introduced with a fierce image of the Iranian Women’s national team, I was in awe when I read that… Read More »
One clip of Latin American soccer and you know that they are infamous for their relentless passion for the sport. From the sonorous vuvuzela sound that rings through the stadiums to the 30-second long “goooal” chants after each score, no culture is more upfront about their soccer obsession than Latin Americans. And all the love… Read More »
Introduced to soccer at the mere age of 4, it took me a while to call it “the beautiful game.” My earliest years on the pitch were spent poking ant piles and pulling out grass in the midst of the match. Through proper coaching and encouragement, I graduated from that phase and worked my way… Read More »
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