Jackie Robinson — The Barrier Breaker

Before the stars and stripes flew at the Rose Bowl, Jackie Robinson taught this nation that a single man’s courage can change the pitch of history. Just as he broke the color barrier in his sport, our modern soccer pioneers follow his lead, charging onto the global stage with relentless grit. From the red clay of the diamond to the lush grass of the stadium, the American spirit is defined by those who dare to play when the world says they cannot. We play for more than goals; we play for progress.