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We talked with several Paul Quinn College soccer players about how the programs and school provide a family environment.
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Navigating which schools have soccer programs can be challenging, so we've outlined the schools with men's, women's, and both programs.
LATEST STORIES
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Introducing our 2025 Starting Lineup Limited Collection, comprised of unique designs in classic black and white colorways with artwork designed by creative, Jordan Walter.
With a new year comes a range of elevated pieces celebrating legends of the game, the Diaspora, and HBCU Soccer Culture. Our standout design in the collection is our Heartbeat jersey.
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OUR PROGRAMS
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YOUTH CLINIC
Free event for boys and girls 7-12 who want to improve their skills and strengthen their love for the game.
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ID SHOWCASE
Free talent ID program for boys and girls ages 13-18 with scouts from colleges, youth club teams, and pro teams.
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COMMUNITY GAMES
Community-based, small-sided pick up where soccer-obsessed players can put their most creative moves on display.
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OUR PARTNERS
About Black Star
Black Star is the leading fan engagement brand driving soccer’s growth in Black American communities at the intersection of soccer, lifestyle, and culture. Our brand offerings include: content and storytelling, player experiences, fan events, and merchandise.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Our free-to-participate First Touch clinics in partnership with Detroit City FC provide a fun, engaging soccer and cultural experience for boys and girls ages 7-12. This high-energy clinic is designed to improve participant skills and strengthen players' (and parents') love of the game. The clinic will include professional player meet-and-greets, giveaways, music, and fun!
Black Star participants and families will also have the opportunity to attend Detroit City FC's Game Experience and will be provided free tickets for the Detroit City FC's home match vs Sacramento Republic FC.DETROIT, MI
Saturday, July 27, 2024
9am - 12pm (Check-in begins 8:30 am)
Players ages: 7-12
Free tryout and talent ID program for boys and girls ages 13-18 that provides participants with a platform to be scouted and recruited for college, youth club, U.S. Soccer, and professional playing opportunities.
Black Star participants and families will also have the opportunity to attend Detroit City FC's Game Experience and will be provided free tickets for the Detroit City FC's home match vs Sacramento Republic FC.
DETROIT, MI
Sunday, July 28, 2024
9am - 2pm (Check-in begins 8:30 am)
Players ages: 13-18
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Free, open pickup games for soccer-obsessed players. Community Pickup serves as a platform for local athletes to put their most creative moves on display, competing against other teams to be crowned the Community Pickup champion. Come through for food, drinks, and a DJ providing the sounds and vibes.
DETROIT, MI
Friday, July 26, 2024
7pm - 11pm (Check-in begins 8:30 am)
Players ages: +18
In partnership with
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Our free-to-participate First Touch clinics in partnership with D.C. Parks & Recreation and D.C. United provide a fun, engaging soccer and cultural experience for boys and girls ages 7-12. This high-energy clinic is designed to improve participant skills and strengthen players' (and parents') love of the game. The clinic will include professional player meet-and-greets, giveaways, music, and fun!
WASHINGTON, D.C.
Saturday, August 3, 2024
9am - 12pm (Check-in begins 8:30 am)
Players ages: 7-12
Free tryout and talent ID program for boys and girls ages 13-18 that provides participants with a platform to be scouted and recruited for college, youth club, U.S. Soccer, and professional playing opportunities.
WASHINGTON, D.C.
Sunday, August 4, 2024
9am - 2pm (Check-in begins 8:30 am)
Players ages: 13-18
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Free, open pickup games for soccer-obsessed players. Community Pickup serves as a platform for local athletes to put their most creative moves on display, competing against other teams to be crowned the Community Pickup champion. Come through for food, drinks, and a DJ providing the sounds and vibes.
WASHINGTON, D.C.
Friday, August 2, 2024
TBD
Players ages: +18
In partnership with
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