Last month, Urban Pitch featured LA Galaxy and USMNT legend Cobi Jones on a podcast where he spoke about his journey in soccer, starting as a walk-on at UCLA and eventually becoming the most capped USMNT player of all...
What does a spontaneous freestyler living on the East Coast with a penchant for adventure do to celebrate the New Year? Why, take a spontaneous six-hour flight to catch fireworks in Iceland, of course. Watching the ball drop with over a million...
As a SoCal resident, to say that the weather has been crazy is somewhat of an understatement. Fifty degree weather with insane amounts of rain pouring down, even hail at certain times, is definitely out of the norm. (Again, this is...
Ever wonder what it's like to walk in the shoes of a world champion? Well how about two? Meet the Fagerli brothers, a Norwegian duo who are individually ranked number one and number three in the world, and together are...
Over the years, we have seen some major innovations in football boots—from Nike's FootballX series to Adidas' Cage & Court collection, it's evident we have come a long way since Adidas released the original Samba in the 1950s. And with more...
The country of Myanmar, formerly known as Burma, is comprised of more than 100 different ethnic groups. Previously the capital until 2006, Yangon is still the largest and busiest commercial city with a population of almost 6 million. It is said...
Looking to play some futsal or street football this February? Check out some of the top futsal, street football, and freestyle events coming up in your neighborhood! Futsal of Tulsa Winter Classic, 2/3-5 Tulsa, OK This 10-team tournament is for adult...
Continuing with our Signature Move series, where we have ballers break down one of their favorite tekkers, L.A. street baller Miguel Sanchez shows us a devastating maneuver he uses to put the final nail in the coffin against opponents. Originally from Inglewood,...
As we transition to a new presidency, one thing we can expect is change. Regardless of your feelings toward the Donald, you can't argue that his style is very different than Obama's. However, those who fear change can rest assured that...
To quote the great Mars Blackmon, "It's gotta be the shoes." Whether it's industry stalwarts like Nike and Adidas, or smaller competitors like New Balance or Puma, a street baller's shoes are a precious commodity and key to showcasing...
Yo Katsuyama is quickly becoming one of the world's best freestylers, and that's not just according to us. Ask anyone who's seen him battle, and they'll tell you he's an inspired talent, someone who other freestylers love to watch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jtA21Cor7PM Yo has...
A new Neymar Jr. documentary by FourFourTwo is available online and sheds light on the Brazilian phenom's journey to becoming one of the best contemporary players in the world. From his humble and happy roots playing street football with...
Two weeks into the new year and we’ve had record rain. Along with the chilly weather, I’ve also noticed a high number of sneezes, hacks, and raspy coughs. Hopefully you’ve avoided getting sick, but if you’re like me and...
Brazilians often refer to their country as "o País do Futebol" meaning "the country of football." Their passion for the beautiful game is so thoroughly embedded in their vibrant culture that it cannot be separated from their identity. We discover...
Indonesian freestyler Ardhi Andryadi recently followed up a great year with an impressive third-place finish in the Asian Freestyle Football Championship. He is currently Indonesia’s national champion for the third year in a row, and is quickly gaining the admiration and respect of...
The beauty of freestyle football is it only requires one thing: a ball. DJ Diveny is one of the most unique freestylers in the game, and has followed his passion to some of the coolest locations in the world, including...
Last March, New Balance launched a bold new campaign offering a select few amateur soccer players the chance to be treated like pros as part of their extension into the world of football. The Blackout Squad contest serves as a participatory...
In the first of our Signature Move series, we highlight street baller Gilbert Bita who demonstrates an elite move that's infused with his unique flair and Kenyan roots. Kenyan footballer, coach, and entrepreneur Gilbert Bita has made L.A. his home...
At just 21 years old, Nikita Anita has established a freestyle association in her native country India. While she has recently gained support from many, she originally faced heavy backlash from Indian freestylers against the idea of a woman...
For those of us in the doldrums after the holidays, we bring you this week's Top 10 Tekkers! After all, what better way to ring in the new year than watching your favorite freestylers and footballers show off? 10. Headstrong  While they...