Play as a Way of Life
Published by Nick Falk
Looking back on my time in Cape Town, mere days have passed, yet the impact feels both immediate and timeless.…
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Two Realities, One Conversation
Published by Harrison Green
One afternoon in Cape Town, I found myself sitting on a bench in the Langa township with a group of…
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The Other Side of Sport
Published by Riley Newport
Throughout the 2025 ACE in Costa Rica experience, we spent a few afternoons playing soccer within the community of Gandoca.…
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Beyond Words: Lessons from the Field
Published by Caroline Dysart
Coming into Costa Rica, I had a general idea of what to expect – volunteering, playing sports, and connecting with…
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Soccer: More than a Game
Published by Julia Saunicheva
Several weeks ago, I traveled to Gandoca, Costa Rica for my ACE experience. I had expected a quiet town with…
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The People You Meet Along the Way
Published by Brynn Crouse
As I reflect on our journey to and from South Africa, I came to realize that the most impactful and…
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Trial by Miles: A Lesson in Resilience from Gandoca, Costa Rica
Published by Jack Kovach, Duke Men’s Cross Country + Track & Field
Running is an inherently individualistic pursuit. An activity that can be completed entirely alone and a sport in which performance…
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Speaking Soccer
Published by Mikaela Voinov, Duke Rowing
Growing up, sports were always the thing that brought me the most joy. Both my parents had been very competitive…
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The Universal Language: GOAL!
Published by Kennedy Barron, Duke Softball
To the uninitiated, it appears to be a deceptively straightforward undertaking. Guiding a ball around a grassy pitch and kicking…
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Beyond Expectations: A Journey of Service and Friendships Abroad
Published by Raymond Adams, Duke Wrestling
As I start to write this letter, I can't help but feel excited and curious about where life has taken…
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