NWCSC and Nike Soccer Partner to Grow the Game Through Community Access
CINCINNATI, Ohio — Northwest Cincy Soccer Coalition (NWCSC) and Nike Soccer announced a new partnership focused on growing the game of soccer by creating greater access, supporting local athletes and investing directly in the communities where the game begins.
At the heart of the partnership is a shared belief that growing soccer extends beyond the field. NWCSC has built its approach around serving its community, creating welcoming opportunities to play and finding new ways to introduce the game to young athletes.
Through the partnership, NWCSC and Nike will work together to expand access to soccer throughout the local community and work to elevate the game at every level, including an initiative to distribute soccer balls to area schools and community programs — helping put the game directly into the hands of more kids.
Northwest Cincy Soccer Coalition believes growing the game starts with creating opportunities for kids to experience soccer, whether that happens through our club, at school or in their own neighborhood. This partnership with Nike allows us to continue thinking beyond traditional club soccer and find meaningful ways to serve our community, remove barriers and help more young athletes discover the game.
— Todd Hetz, NWCSC Coaching Director
As one of the world’s leading soccer brands, Nike continues to invest in the future of the sport through athlete-informed product innovation, player and coach experiences and partnerships that strengthen soccer from the grassroots to the global stage.
The partnership with Northwest Cincy reflects a shared commitment to investing locally and supporting organizations that are finding meaningful ways to expand participation and strengthen the communities around the game.
Growing soccer starts in local communities, and Northwest Cincy Soccer Coalition has a clear vision for using the game to create opportunities for young athletes. We’re proud to partner with a club that is thinking creatively about how it can serve its community, focus on developing players, and are helping introduce soccer to more kids throughout the Cincinnati area.
— Tim Stork, Nike NA Soccer Specialty Manager
As soccer continues to build momentum across North America, NWCSC and Nike are committed to making sure that growth reaches the grassroots level. Together, the organizations will focus on creating meaningful connections to the game, supporting local programs and helping make soccer more accessible for the next generation.
About Northwest Cincy Soccer Coalition
Northwest Cincy Soccer Coalition is a community-focused soccer organization serving athletes and families throughout the Cincinnati area. The club is committed to creating positive soccer experiences, developing players and using the game as a platform to strengthen its community. Through local partnerships and outreach initiatives, Northwest Cincy works to expand access to soccer and create more opportunities for young athletes to play.
About Nike
NIKE, Inc., headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, is the world’s leading designer, marketer and distributor of authentic athletic footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories for a wide variety of sports and fitness activities. Converse, a wholly-owned NIKE, Inc. subsidiary brand, designs, markets and distributes athletic lifestyle footwear, apparel and accessories. For more information, NIKE, Inc.’s earnings releases and other financial information are available at investors.nike.com. Individuals can also visit about.nike.com and follow NIKE on LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.