St Lucia’s U16 Football Team Stuns UK College in Thrilling Exchange Match

A football exchange between the Saint Lucian U16 team and a UK college fostered cultural exchange and growth. Learn how schools can collaborate on similar impactful international programs.

Miles for Smiles: Our First UK Charity Run Raises £2,745!

Miles for Smiles 2024 raised £2,745 as 30 runners took on a festive 7K in London! Read about their success and be inspired to join us for our next event. Every mile matters, every smile counts!

UTS Mauritius: A Year of Progress with Quatre Borne Football Club

United Through Sport Mauritius partnered with Quatre Borne Football Club to strengthen grassroots football. Through international volunteers, coaching programs, and donations, young players gained new opportunities to develop their skills.

UTS South Africa: 100% Matric Pass Rate Success

United Through Sport celebrates a 100% matric pass rate for the Class of 2024 at its School of Excellence. Hear Caitlyn Dampies’ inspiring journey and how UTS empowers young people through education and sport.

Le Bocage Sports Development: Building Confidence, Leadership, and Community

At Le Bocage High School, the growth of our sports programme is powered by the strong partnerships we’ve established. These collaborations have equipped us with the resources, expertise, and support to create a dynamic and inclusive environment, offering students a broader range of opportunities to thrive both on and off the field.

This year, we’re especially proud of the strides made by our female football team. This team has quickly become a cornerstone of our sports community, providing young girls with a space to develop their skills, build confidence, and foster camaraderie.

A recent milestone was a student-led initiative: a tournament against the female teachers—the first event of its kind. This historic match showcased the players’ growing confidence, leadership, and determination. It brought the school community together, celebrating sport as a powerful tool for empowerment and connection.

Our netball program has also seen impressive progress. Over the past few months, the teams have sharpened their techniques and strategies, with clear improvements on the court. Players and coaches alike have noted a surge in confidence and teamwork, and the program’s growing popularity has led to a significant increase in participation.

In response to popular demand, we’ve also expanded our football program to include boys’ teams. The enthusiasm from the boys has been incredible, and it’s been a joy to see them showcase their talent and passion for the game. This addition has further enriched our school’s sports culture, creating more opportunities for students to explore and excel.

The success of our sports program lies in its inclusivity and the diverse opportunities it provides. From the trailblazing female football team and the expanding netball program to the newly introduced boys’ football, each initiative reflects the spirit of growth and community at Le Bocage. Events like the student-led tournament highlight the values of leadership, collaboration, and breaking down barriers.

At United Through Sport, we are thrilled about what the future holds for the students. By continuing to invest in their development and ensuring equal opportunities, we aim to empower every young athlete to build confidence, leadership skills, and lifelong memories through sport.

Empowering Futures Through Education in Nelson Mandela Bay

United Through Sport is raising funds to provide talented youth in Nelson Mandela Bay with scholarships to top high schools, breaking the cycle of poverty through education, life skills, and employability programs.

The Power of Safe, Quality Fields

Thanks to your support, United Through Sport has built a second AstroTurf soccer field, expanding access to safe sports facilities, creating jobs, and generating sustainable income for future programmes.

Loreto College Quatre Bornes School Partnership

United Through Sport partners with Loreto College to introduce netball, with plans for long-term sports coaching support

Volunteer Testimonial: Giving Back to United Through Sport Communities

Hear from Nade Ward, one of our previous volunteers in Saint Lucia, and how he continues to give back to United Through Sport through his company Socker Share.

“In 2019, I took part in a football coaching volunteer project for United Through Sport. I visited the incredible country of Saint Lucia, in the hope of making a difference, without even realizing just how much impact I would go on to have.

I coached after-school clubs at Marchand and Vide Bouteille primary schools, delivered sessions at a local pre-school, as well as coached senior teams at two of the islands popular football clubs, Valley Soccer and Big Players FC, helping them to prepare for league matches. I also raised £1,077.85 for the charity prior to my trip!

Whilst I was out there, an issue was brought to my attention: charities receive boot donations, but never any socks, meaning that children are having to play football bare feet!

Problems need solving and that is exactly what my cousin Connor and I have set out to do. Socker Share was born in October 2020, a brand that promises to match each purchase with a donation of socks to an underprivileged child, so that they can wear football boots without damaging their feet.

We have proudly partnered with United Through Sport, currently supporting their Saint Lucia, Mauritius, and South Africa programs, which means the world to me because it is those children who inspired our initiative in the first place.

We have seen so many amazing United Through Sport volunteers join our community, which is something that we are incredibly grateful for, with our following growing more and more each day.”

You can get involved by visiting our website www.sockershare.co.uk, as well as following us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter – @SockerShare. Together, we are making a huge difference.