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Pro Football Journeyman and Skills Tutorial Maven William John is Creating a Legacy Beyond the Pitch Through Goluremi
Playing in eight different countries and speaking eight different languages, pro footballer William John has faced just about everything you could imagine throughout his 13-year career. Currently playing with...
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Street Baller Alfredo Sainz on Going Pro, Bolivian Futsal, and Playing with Swag
Urban Pitch sat down with L.A. street baller Alfredo Sainz, whose career has spanned futsal, street soccer, and professional play in Bolivia. He’s been featured in trick-heavy spots like the Nike FootballX Skills video, played for the Red Bull Street Team ...
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‘I’m a Bud Light and Vegan Tacos Guy’: Murs Speaks Out on His Love of Soccer and the LA Galaxy
An icon of Los Angeles hip-hop, Murs reps his city in just about every way imaginable, including his sports allegiances. A die-hard LA Galaxy supporter, Murs wasn't always as...
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An Inside Look at the Embellished and Embroidered Kits From Diana Al Shammari, AKA ‘The Football Gal’
Diana Al Shammari has generated quite the buzz around her unique, artistic flower designs that she adds to football jerseys. Known as The Football Gal, we take a closer look...
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From Holland to L.A. (By Way of China) Actress Highdee Kuan Connects the Challenge of Art and Athletics
Mix a mostly Chinese heritage with a splash of German flavor. Add a Dutch upbringing and garnish with a love for the Oranje. Top off with an equal measure of...
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Finding My Peace and Defying the Odds Through the Beautiful Game
AC Sparta striker Christina Burkenroad's professional career has seen three different teams in three different countries. While she has journeyed thousands of miles as a pro, her path to...
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James Montague’s ‘1312: Among the Ultras’ Offers an Unprecedented Look Into Supporter Culture
Recently released, 1312: Among the Ultras takes readers into the underground universe of the most extreme football supporters in the world. We sat down for an exclusive interview with...
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Urban Picks: Chivas Defender Tony Alfaro Is Looking to Make a Splash in Liga MX
After signing with Chivas Guadalajara in the offseason, we catch up with up-and-coming defender Tony Alfaro to discuss his time with the Seattle Sounders, how he's adjusting to his...
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Dutch Rising Star Jesse Marlet Is Making a Name for Himself Through Old-Fashioned Hard Work
At just 20 years old, Dutch freestyler Jesse Marlet has climbed the ladder and established himself amongst freestyle football's elite. With plenty more in store for the young phenom,...
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‘Coach’ and Its Star Tracy Hamm Look to Inspire a Generation of Female Footballers
Move over 30 for 30, Coach is the new standard for sports documentaries. Following Tracy Hamm's journey to gaining her UEFA A coaching license, the film appeared at a...
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Introducing ‘The Baller Life,’ Episode 1: NWSL Pro Shawna Gordon on Sacrifice and the Love of Sport
As the owner of a soccer facility, I see a lot of different people play on our courts. On the regular, we get a good mix of styles and a strong level of competition...
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Revisiting ‘The Two Escobars’ 10 Years Later With Co-Director Jeff Zimbalist
As we near its 10-year anniversary, we revisit the groundbreaking film The Two Escobars, which remains the gold standard for soccer documentaries today. We sat down with director Jeff Zimbalist to...
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Yassine ‘Coyote’ is Living a Cooler Life than You, or: How to Stop Worrying and Just Ball
Yassine Abderrahim is a busy man. Between Instanbul, Doha, Brussels, San Francisco, and countless other amazing global destinations, the multi-faceted street baller and freestyler is currently living life at 100....
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Meet Jasmine Henderson, the Modern Day Renaissance Woman That Exemplifies the Power of Believing in Yourself
What started as a love for the beautiful game has evolved into a list of accomplishments long enough for a lifetime. Los Angeles native Jasmine Henderson has used football...
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God’s Plan: How Kemar Lawrence Rose from the Ashes to Become an MLS All-Star
After a devastating knee injury to end the 2018 season, New York Red Bulls defender Kemar Lawrence has quickly returned to form for both club and country in 2019....
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‘Family Business’ Could Be the Foundation of the LA-Tinos Empire
On the heels of Family Business, the new LA-Tinos album release, we catch up with Feefa to discuss his vision for the group, overcoming COVID-19, and what's next in...
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Art of the Game: Andre Chioté Brings an Architect’s Eye to the World of Football Stadiums
With the precision of an architect and creative freedom of an illustrator, Andre Chioté boldly melds two separate yet related fields together in his work. We speak to the...
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Creative Storyteller Sophia Chang is Adding Her Touch to The Beautiful Game
Here at Urban Pitch, we love to celebrate the blending of art, urban culture, and the beautiful game— especially when there's a healthy dose of street cred in the mix. Sophia Chang...
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Checking In With New England Revolution Rookie DeJuan Jones
Highlighting some of the top up-and-coming talents in MLS, our Checking In series now puts a spotlight on New England Revolution midfielder DeJuan Jones. Drafted 11th overall in this...
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Phil Delves, Football Kit Connoisseur
With a vast collection and knowledge of football kits, Phil Delves has quickly become an authority amongst the shirt collecting community. We catch up with the rising aficionado and...
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