Pass It On Map by Carter Atherton

Morocco

carteratherton1 — 2025-03-24 12:11:42 UTC

Meknes Lions from Morocco- Ouahib Oukach

Kenya

carteratherton1 — 2025-03-24 12:12:18 UTC

My friend Mike went to Kenya and asked me if I had anything soccer related to donate. My teammates (Jorge Spencer, Raul LLovera, Legendrea Fumbah) and I have all decided to pitch in and donate our soccer balls. The balls have finally made it to Kenya! - Malik Mennana

Don Estridge High Tech Middle School, Spanish River Boulevard, Boca Raton, FL

carteratherton1 — 2025-03-24 12:13:36 UTC

"I spoke with the school's soccer coach, who was enthusiastic about receiving the ball and shared their excitement to use it in the upcoming girls' soccer playoffs. We discussed the power of fútbol in bringing people together, the importance of teamwork, and how this ball symbolizes unity across the world. The coach and players were incredibly appreciative of the initiative, and it was inspiring to see their passion for the game." - Sandhya Vishakh

Jollipoli Preschool, Southwest 93rd Street, Miami, FL

carteratherton1 — 2025-03-24 12:14:17 UTC

"Had a great time sharing our ball with Jollipoli Preschool. Watching little ones light up with joy reminded me that every kick counts in building a brighter future!" - Luis Chavez

BridgePrep Academy of Village Green, Southwest 120th Street, Miami, FL

carteratherton1 — 2025-03-24 12:15:10 UTC

"3rd graders who are crazy to play football every possible minute. These boys and girls are dreaming becoming soccer players!"- Albert Sayapov

Peacock Park, McFarlane Road, Northeast Coconut Grove, Miami, FL

carteratherton1 — 2025-03-24 12:16:16 UTC

"We visited Lions FC at Peacock Park in Coconut Grove. They have been around for 20 years, bringing soccer to the youth community in both competitive and recreational ways. As a family business, father and son are involved, and are proud and thankful that FIFA visited to donate these balls."-Silvia Sanchez

Chicago, IL

carteratherton1 — 2025-03-24 12:16:43 UTC

"Easy Football Club is coed football club for people from all aspects of life in Chicago that gathers every satruday and play." - Guy Habosha

Coral Springs, FL

carteratherton1 — 2025-03-24 12:17:30 UTC

"I donated my ball to the “Springs Soccer Club” in Coral Springs, FL. I spoke to the boys and girls division on our goal to unite the world through futbol, the beauty of coming together as a team, and the impact that this ball has across the world, uniting people from all walks of life. The kids (11 and 12 years old) were excited and asked a lot of questions. The coach, Coach Laurie, was grateful for the initiative and expressed deep interest in keeping the line of communication open with FIFA. Coach Laurie used to be an assistant for the Jamaican Women’s National Futbol Team."- James Oyola

Miami Dade College - North Campus, Northwest 27th Avenue, Miami, FL

carteratherton1 — 2025-03-24 12:18:29 UTC

"I had the pleasure of sharing the ball with FC Prime-Miami U14 at the Miami-Dade College Kendall Campus." - Jose Braojos

True North Classical Academy, Sunset Drive, Miami, FL

carteratherton1 — 2025-03-31 13:36:55 UTC

" I had the pleasure of donating my football to True North Classical Academy, during their annual 'Clash of the Titans' field day event. It was a special moment shared by students, parents, and coaches alike. What made it even more special was that the first time the ball was used, it was kicked during a penalty shootout by a girl who scored—what a lucky ball! The coaches and students were incredibly grateful and eager to play with it. Wishing it a future full of kicks, goals, and happy kids."- Helena Mavromatis

Virginia Beach, VA

carteratherton1 — 2025-04-11 13:31:16 UTC

"I passed the ball on to my high school coach's 10 year son, Daniel. He lives and breathes soccer, and absolutely loves the World Cup. Hopefully this ball will encourage him to work had and believe that one day he can play in the World Cup himself!"- Carter Atherton

Breakers FC, Grand Ave, Miami, FL

carteratherton1 — 2025-04-11 13:35:32 UTC

"I donated the ball to the incredible youth club of Miami Breakers FC U13s. Located 5 minutes from my house, I stopped by and had a chat with the coach and he was happy for the ball and had me give a speech to his team then we took pictures together. Overall very fulfilling feeling giving it back!" - Alexander Rennalls

Tucson, AZ

carteratherton1 — 2025-04-11 13:37:58 UTC

"I visited FC Tucson Youth, one of the biggest youth soccer organizations in Southern Arizona. I donated the ball to one of the organizations directors, Kyle Cornell." - Alan Villasenor

Plantation FC Rush, South Pine Island Road, Plantation, FL

carteratherton1 — 2025-04-11 13:40:12 UTC

"Passed it on to the son of my old coach at Plantation FC who is now coaching and is also a former teammate of mine." - Dani Garzon

Miami-Dade, FL

carteratherton1 — 2025-04-11 13:48:04 UTC

"I passed it on to Jo Mirza, President of AAU, who is going to give the ball to Girls Inc. to help establish a recreational soccer team!"- Steven Felling

Key Biscayne, FL

carteratherton1 — 2025-05-12 11:50:40 UTC

"I presented my Pass it on Ball to the Key Biscayne Soccer Club founded by Marcelo Radice and Sofia Sohl who were so happy to be there in person. They were celebrating their U15 elite boys team that is going to play at the USA Nationals in Oceanside, California on May 3-6."- Valeria Sorrentino

São Paulo, State of São Paulo, Brazil

carteratherton1 — 2025-05-12 11:52:11 UTC

"We passed the ball in Sao Paulo - Brazil to Artur Klingelfus Ganme (born in 12/12/2009). He is 15 years old and a promise to the sport for sure! Started playing football at the age of 6. With 10 years old he was called up to play for the Club Athletico Paulistano team in Sao Paulo - Brazil, where he remains until today playing in the under-16 and under-17 categories. He is passionate about the sport. Has played numerously national championships and was awarded the Golden Ball in 2023, an unprecedented feat for a defender, the position he plays. In July 2025, he will participate in his first international championship, the Gothia Cup in Norway, called up by the Ordin team. When he is not studying or on the field, he plays futvolley and indoor soccer."- Fernanda Mattos

Humberside Collegiate Institute, Quebec Avenue, Toronto, ON, Canada

carteratherton1 — 2025-05-12 11:53:07 UTC

"I had a great time visiting with coaches and players from Humberside Collegiate Institute's girls and boys soccer teams. The school principal was incredibly appreciative of the donated balls which will support the school's multiple soccer programs." - Kathy Mah

St. Kevin Catholic School, Southwest 127th Avenue, Miami, FL

carteratherton1 — 2025-05-12 11:54:35 UTC

"Soccer team @ St. Kevin School in Kendall" -Raul Llovera

Club Roma, Vansickle Road, St. Catharines, ON, Canada

carteratherton1 — 2025-05-12 11:56:05 UTC

"Their smiles say it all!!! @Club Roma U14 , Niagara Falls, ON, CANADA"- Heidi Meisinger

Moscow, Russia

carteratherton1 — 2025-07-28 15:53:36 UTC

"The ball has been passed on to Maxim from Russia, Moscow who is a FC "Krasnodar" football fan and a member of the Olympic Village-80 Football" - Liubov Berkovich

Zürich, Switzerland

carteratherton1 — 2025-07-28 15:56:44 UTC

"We all used the same ball on the day of the final to symbolise our shared dedication to football... After the match, we gave our opponents the same ball as a gesture of appreciation and friendship in the spirit of the beautiful game" - Edgar Streltsov

Pickering, ON, Canada

carteratherton1 — 2025-07-28 16:04:07 UTC

"I visited Pickering FC and the boys were pumped! We did 2 competitions to give the balls away - crossbar and keep ups. I kicked it off asking who they were cheering for - most said Canada and then a few Argentina and England...They were so happy and excited! They knew when all the World Cup games were going to be too. Great initiative!" - Samantha Cherry

Toronto, ON, Canada

carteratherton1 — 2025-07-28 16:09:10 UTC

"North York Hearts - Coed Soccer Team in Toronto" - Jim Panousis

Ontario, Canada

carteratherton1 — 2025-07-28 16:21:34 UTC

"Di Cola FC is Neighbourhood girls team that has been practicing in the school yard for a number of years, coached by volunteer parents who are sharing their love for the sport. Keep up the great work!"- Peter Jones

Kleinburg, Vaughan, ON, Canada

carteratherton1 — 2025-07-28 16:23:51 UTC

"A family affair! A visit with Kleinburg Nobleton Soccer Club U9 Girl’s Team" - Andy Norrie