Strides Over Sidelines (SOS)
Let's Make Strides, One Sideline at a Time
Through high-quality soccer training, mental performance education, academic support, and mentorship. Build confidence. Build discipline. Build opportunity.
What We Do
SOS uses soccer as a vehicle for personal growth, leadership development, and opportunity. Our mentorship-driven model goes beyond training to build confident, disciplined young people.
Build Confidence & Discipline
Through structured soccer training that develops both athletic skills and personal accountability.
Develop Mental Performance
Sports psychology tools that build resilience, focus, and leadership skills for life.
Connect with Mentors
Current and former collegiate and professional athletes who model excellence and provide guidance.
Access New Pathways
Exposure to college and professional environments that open doors to future opportunities.
2026 Summer Cohort
Our first full summer cohort will launch in 2026, bringing together youth, mentors, and coaches for an immersive program focused on growth, leadership, and long-term development, alongside college and professional training sessions designed to expose participants to higher-level pathways and standards.
8 Weeks
Structured summer program with guaranteed weekly sessions
Mentorship-Driven
1:1 mentorship from former collegiate and pro athletes
College Exposure
Training sessions with collegiate and professional players
Arlington & DC Area
In-person sessions throughout the region
Get Involved
Strides Over Sidelines is built by people who believe sport can be a platform for growth, leadership, and opportunity.
Volunteer
Become a mentor and make a lasting impact on young athletes through consistent guidance and support.
Partner
Collaborate with SOS to expand access and strengthen programming in the DC metro area.
Donate
Online donations are coming soon. Contact us to learn how you can support our mission today.
Help Build Opportunity That Lasts
Your support helps SOS deliver high-quality soccer training, mentorship, and mental performance tools to underserved youth.
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