Garaudy Etienne’s arrival on the American soccer scene is an incredible story. It is a journey that involved many years and a lot of obstacles, but the beautiful game has always been there as a constant. The story began in his native Haiti, a place where his love of the game first developed. It is something he has maintained for 20+ years despite growing up in a country where the game lacks funding and organized play. Coming to America was a tremendously difficult situation, one
People around the country are living their own soccer dreams each and every day. A 14-year-old in Lockhart, Texas buys his own soccer club. A 42-year-old auto mechanic turns pro in Rochester, NY. And perhaps the most incredible story is that of a 64-year-old man that signs a contract to play in the NPSL, which very well could be a Guinness World Record. Photo Credit: Houston Hurricanes FC The first story is that of Nate Gonzales, founder of the Lockhart Knights FC
Everyone agrees that Brazil’s Marta is among the greatest players in the history of women’s soccer. What everyone can’t agree on is quite simple: Who is the next Marta? We’re talking about a player that is the best at every level, whether playing for club or country. We’re talking about a player that can inspire a whole generation of female footballers. Photo Courtesy of the Mujic Family To find this special player and “the next big thing,” we have to travel
