In this powerful episode of The One Soccer Nation Podcast, hosted by Kareem Rae and sponsored by Confut, we sit down with Felipe Alvarez — Co-Founder and President of Futbol Sin Barreras -- to hear how he's transforming lives through soccer in Colombia.
Felipe's shares how a legacy started by his grandfather in an underserved Colombian community has evolved into an international foundation that has already impacted over 300 youth players, with plans to reach more than 1,000 in the next year. From coaching and refereeing to grassroots development and international outreach, Felipe's mission is about much more than the game — it's about hope, opportunity, and giving back.
What You’ll Hear About: - How Fútbol Simas was founded in honor of his grandfather’s legacy - His personal journey growing up in a single-parent household in Miami - Using refereeing as a tool to stay in the game and support his family - How being a player, coach, and ref gives him a unique 360° view of the sport - Tackling the pay-to-play model and creating access for underserved communities - South Florida’s booming soccer culture and grassroots potential - A vision to bring international soccer events to Colombia
“Even just a pair of cleats is something they'll never forget.” — Felipe Alvarez
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Website: https://www.futbolsinbarreras.org/
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