Miami Host Committee expands youth soccer clinics ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026
The FIFA World Cup 2026 Miami Host Committee has expanded its ONE GAME ONE FUTURE initiative across Miami-Dade County, hosting a series of youth soccer clinics and mentorship programs aimed at building community engagement ahead of the global tournament.
The activities took place over the weekend at Flamingo Park on April 24 and Haulover Park on April 26, bringing together students, educators and community leaders for free training sessions and workshops centered on sport, inclusion and youth development.
Organized in collaboration with Miami-Dade County, the initiative featured on-field soccer clinics focused on skill-building, teamwork and leadership, alongside coaching workshops designed to help educators and community facilitators use sport as a tool for mentorship and social impact.
Local officials and stakeholders underscored the importance of investing in youth-focused programs as Miami prepares to host matches during the 2026 tournament. Among those in attendance were community and legacy director Jennifer Roche, commissioners Vicki L. Lopez and Micky Steinberg, as well as representatives from partner organizations Sport for All and MindSKILLZ.
Lopez said the initiative provides young people with opportunities to stay active while developing confidence and life skills, adding that such programs help strengthen community ties beyond the playing field.
Steinberg echoed that sentiment, noting that investments in mentorship and access to opportunity contribute to a more connected and resilient Miami-Dade County.
The ONE GAME ONE FUTURE program forms part of a broader effort by the Host Committee to ensure the World Cup leaves a lasting social legacy, with a focus on youth engagement, education and community development.
Co-Chair Rodney Barreto said the initiative highlights the unifying power of sport while equipping young people and educators with tools that extend beyond athletics.
As Miami gears up to welcome the world, organizers say programs like these are designed to ensure that the benefits of hosting the tournament are felt well beyond the final whistle.
