Urban Hype
The Wings That Have Lifted the LA Galaxy to a Hot Start
After a decade of mostly disappointing seasons, the LA Galaxy have gotten off to a promising start in 2024. Although the team is just four matches into the new...
Urban Hype
Les Twins Play Futsal?!
The twins of "Les Twins" (pronounced "lai" because they're French, guys), have danced for Beyoncé and Missy Elliott, modeled for haute couture designer Jean Paul Gaultier, and easily move through an...
Urban Hype
All Hail the FA People’s Cup, Bringing 5v5 Football to the Masses
The FA People's Cup is precisely what it sounds like: the "people's" version of England's annual Football Association (FA) Cup, albeit in 5v5 format. Now in its third edition,...
Fashion
Five Lessons Learned From the Incredible Oakland Roots Kit Release
To officially unveil their first-ever jerseys, the Oakland Roots threw a release party at Oaklandish in the heart of the Town. Featuring appearances from Roots players, customization stations, and...
Street Football
The Roundup: The Biggest and Best Upcoming Freestyle and Street Football Events!
FOMO is real. Stay up to date with our monthly Roundup series, which highlights some of the biggest and best freestyle and street football events across the globe.
While the...
Urban Hype
RIFA Introduces a Safe Haven for Asylee and Refugee Youth Through the Beautiful Game
Instilling confidence, civic engagement, and physical health in its members — who are largely made up of immigrant, asylum-seeking, and refugee youth — New York City-based Rooklyn International Football...
Urban Hype
Ecuador: A Soccer-Mad Nation Finally Living Up to its Potential
Heading into their fourth-ever World Cup appearance, Ecuador could be a major dark horse in Qatar. In addition to looking ahead to this winter's tournament, we look back at...
Fashion
The Five Best 2020 USL Championship Kits
It may be a tier below MLS, but there's nothing second rate about USL Championship kits. From simple minimalist designs to ambitious works of art, we look at some...
Urban Hype
Heard on the Street: At the Epic LAFC-LA Galaxy Derby
The very first LAFC-LA Galaxy derby was an instant classic, bringing the best out of Los Angeles soccer fans regardless of whom they supported. Urban Pitch was on the...
Freestyle
Jesse Marlet Wins Big at Record-Setting Dutch National Championships
In the largest Dutch National Championships ever, Jesse Marlet brought home the national title in addition to winning the Sick 3 competition. Marlet, along with Jack Pool (father of...
Urban Hype
Urban Hype: Brazuca Ballers Rule the Streets of L.A.
Going into 2016, the street team with the most hype is, without a doubt, the Brazuca Ballers. If you follow the L.A. street soccer scene at all, unless you've been living under...
Fashion
COPA Releases Its Dazzling Tibetan National Team Collection to the Public
Created for last summer's CONIFA World Cup, COPA's Tibetan national team collection stays true to the region's rich culture while also being aesthetically on point. Now available to the...
Fashion
The Many Clubs of COPA
One of the foremost authorities when it comes to retro football collections, the COPA portfolio features countless clubs and national teams from across the globe. We got to highlight...
Fashion
The Best Kits from the Wonderful Nike x AS Roma Era
Few teams have looked as good as AS Roma over the past six years. Nike has had a lot to do with this. Unfortunately, the power couple will be...
Urban Hype
What to Expect From the Wild MLS Conference Finals
With a pair of intense matchups set to take place tomorrow, we preview everything you need to know about the MLS Conference Finals.
We’re finally in the last stretch of...
Fashion
Imagining the Perfect Fashion Partnership for Four of the World’s Top Managers
Recently signing a partnership deal with PUMA, Manchester City's Pep Guardiola joined Liverpool's Jurgen Klopp as co-chairman of the football managers fashion club. But what if more joined the...
Freestyle
Red Bull Street Style World Finals: Where to Watch and Predictions from the Pros
After global qualifiers in over 30 countries, the 2016 Red Bull Street Style world finals begins today in London, with 40 male and female freestylers looking to take the...
Urban Hype
Pro Pathway: How an Ex-Manchester United Player is Challenging Youth Development In American Soccer
Founded by Premier League veteran John Curtis, the National Center of Excellence looks to improve the development process of American youth soccer players. Using specifically tailored programming inspired by...
Urban Hype
Peter Wilt Back? A New Path to Pro? What You Need to Know About NISA’s Recent Big Moves
Recently announcing the proposed return of Peter Wilt and NISA Nation, a new league for amateur clubs with a path to the pro ranks — NISA has been busy...
Urban Hype
Going Behind the Curtain of Guerrilla FC’s Impending Takeover of San Francisco — and the Rest of the Country
Already established in multiple major metropolitan areas in the world, Guerrilla FC has recently extended its roots to San Francisco, and looks to introduce the Bay Area to a...
