The American Amputee Soccer Association and the US Women’s Amputee Soccer Team is excited to announce the launch of their fundraising campaign for the inaugural Women’s Amputee Soccer World Cup. In a remarkable show of support, a generous private donor has pledged to match all donations up to $50,000, doubling the impact of every contribution made. This matching offer is available until August 1.
Head Coach Paige Palazzolo, and Team Captains Sarah Evans and Alexia Michitti are leading the charge, preparing the team to represent the United States on the world stage. The Women’s Amputee Soccer World Cup marks a significant milestone in the sport, and the US team is determined to make a strong showing.
We are thrilled about this incredible opportunity and the generous matching offer from our donor. This support is crucial in helping us cover travel, training, and competition expenses. We are deeply grateful and excited for the journey ahead,” said Palazzolo.
“This is a dream come true for our team,” said Evans. “We’ve worked so hard to get here, and with the support of our community and this amazing donation match, we are one step closer to achieving our goals.”
“Amputee soccer has created so many opportunities for myself and my teammates and I’m looking forward to representing the USA with a bunch of awesome women,” said Michitti.
The American Amputee Soccer Association (AASA) offers recreational and competitive opportunities for people of all ages and genders with limb differences to play soccer. The AASA believes that sport has the power to bring people together. Playing amputee soccer provides a sense of community to an underserved population totaling over two million people in the United States and offers opportunity in the face of adversity.
The team invites supporters to contribute to their fundraising efforts, ensuring that every dollar counts twice as much with the matching offer. To donate, visit the team’s official fundraising page at usampsoccer.networkforgood.com.
