We All Wore Blue, Emerson Robbins
We All Wore Blue, Emerson Robbins
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We All Wore Blue

Author: Emerson Robbins

Narrator: David A Wood

Unabridged: 6 hr 18 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 12/17/2021


Synopsis

A racially diverse youth soccer team comprised largely of immigrant players from a multitude of different countries, races and religions come together to achieve the unthinkable in this entertaining true account of inclusion, acceptance and brotherhood on the tattered road to victory. The story tells how this diverse collection of immigrant boys and their families bonded with the existing white American players and families, coming together to overcome numerous challenges, adversity and racism. Though they had little in common, other than their love of the game, they became an extended family of sorts and learned to embrace one another and celebrate their differences on their path to winning several State Championships. A truly inspirational story for our country and our world and a unifying message for these turbulent times.

Numerous newspaper and magazine articles and now this riveting book, "We All Wore Blue", the true account of a youth soccer team in WA State team that transformed over several seasons into a team comprised largely of immigrants from around the globe, representing a myriad of different countries, most races and major religions. The story tells how these immigrant boys and families bonded with the middle-class white kids and their families, coming together and dealing with numerous challenges, great adversity and racism. Though they had little in common other than their love of the game, they became an extended family of sorts and learned to embrace one another and celebrate their differences on their path to winning two State Championships. A truly inspirational story that will surely be enjoyed by all; those who have played, coached or been involved with any youth sport and especially those who love the "beautiful game", soccer.

Reviews

To anyone who has volunteered, assisted or even coached, this is a heartfelt, genuine book to read. I have happily gotten into watching MLS four years ago. Before that I use to voluntarily coach for my town and the school I work in, for volleyball and basketball. This book made me feel so many thing......more

Goodreads review by Christi

While the premise of the book was great, especially how the players became a family of sorts, the actual writing and execution was lacking. More than half of the book seemed like the author (head coach) going on and on about what a great coach and person he was. I gave up towards the end and just sk......more

Goodreads review by Theresa

A wonderful, heartfelt story and a terrific read. If you love rooting for the underdog you’ll love this book. And it shows how impactful coaches can be on our kids. To all of the volunteer coaches out there, thank you! And, Skip Robbins, thank you for all of your time, attention and support and for b......more

Goodreads review by Julie

Real life story of lessons in diversity; sports bringing people of many nations together One Pacific NW coach with a huge heart and a knack to bring people together, saw young men that were outside any "select teams" norm. These were kids from many nations, mostly immigrants, whose personal and fami......more