The Stories Behind the Scoreboard
These stories are shaping something bigger than sport—and your voice belongs here too. If you’ve lived it, felt it, or found your way through it, we’d love to hear it.
From Backyard Games to the Pro Pitch
From backyard games in South Dakota to a starting role at Nebraska and a pro contract in Portugal, Theresa Binstock gave soccer everything. But it was in the quiet of what came next—grief, faith, and rediscovery—that she found who she really was.
Lessons From the German National Soccer Team
From elite German academies to college soccer in the U.S., David Niepel chased the dream with relentless discipline. This is the story of how he redefined success—and is learning to prioritize joy, balance, and identity beyond the game.
After the Whistle: Navigating Life After D1 Soccer
Years of grit, resilience, and relentless effort led Kate Leachman to her dream of playing Division I soccer at Nebraska — balancing early mornings, grueling practices, and the demands of competing at the highest level.
Finding Joy in The Sport Again: A Soccer Story
After years of high-level competition and early recruitment, Morgan Blackwell found herself questioning what came next when soccer ended. Her journey explores the pressure of unspoken expectations, the challenge of identity beyond sport, and how she ultimately rediscovered joy in the sport.
Everyone’s story looks different. But the courage to tell it? That’s what we all share.
Whenever you’re ready, we’d love to hear yours.