NextGen Soccer
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From left to right: Aidan Patty (NextGen Soccer), Nathan Bekele (NextGen Soccer) and Eduardo Miranda (Community Engagement Coordinator at Oakland Roots) and their Oct 7th Equipment Drive at the Oakland Coliseum game.
Youth Soccer Night at the Oakland Roots: A Win for the Community and Accessibility
This year’s Youth Soccer Night with the Oakland Roots on October 7th was more than just an exciting evening of soccer, it was a celebration of community, youth, and accessibility.
For The Next Gen Soccer, a youth-led nonprofit founded by high school students, the night was a perfect match for their mission: keeping gently used soccer equipment out of landfills and putting it back into the hands of young players who need it most.
If you’d like to donate gear or learn more about getting involved, email us at info@thenextgensoccer.org
Throughout October, we’re picking up used soccer equipment right from your doorstep in Piedmont, Berkeley, and Oakland.
From left to right: Derin Sabuncuoglu (NextGen Soccer), Nathan Bekele (NextGen Soccer) and Aidan Patty (NextGen Soccer) and their Oct 25th Equipment Drive at the Oakland Coliseum game.
Next Gen Soccer Kicks Off Second Season of Giving
After a successful fall gear drive, The Next Gen Soccer is extending its community effort through November and December with free home pickups in Piedmont. The teen-led nonprofit is collecting gently used cleats, shin guards, soccer balls, and pinnies from rec clubs to give gear a second life and make soccer more accessible for all kids. Learn more or schedule a pickup by emailing info@thenextgensoccer.org