Bay Area Switch the Pitch presented by Oakland Roots
Switch The Pitch x The Chicago Fire Academy
Learn more about the key components we need to empathize with others – acknowledging and affirming their humanity
Learn more about the importance of appreciating our players for their actions as a person and teammate, not only as a player
Learn more about the ways that coaches can increase a sense of emotional safety for all players
Learn more about embracing vulnerability within a team, and using its power to bring people together for a common cause
Learn more about how having awareness as an inclusive coach can build bridges between what players are learning on the field and off
Learn more about leading with authenticity, therefore encouraging authentic connections between your team
Explore how our identities and perspectives impact the soccer communities we inhabit
Explore how activism and leadership can make true change, both on and off the pitch
Explore the importance of allyship and collective action in creating change
Explore ways to prevent and respond to racism in soccer and in our communities
Explore how the power and policies in place impact our experiences in soccer
Explore how the access and resources available to us impact our experiences in soccer
