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Book Synopsis: A moving account of how a soccer team made up of diverse refugees inspired an entire community here in the United States. Based on the adult bestseller, Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference, this young people's edition is a complex and inspirational story about the Fugees, a youth soccer team made up of diverse refugees from around the world, and their formidable female coach, Luma Mufleh.
Luma Mufleh, a young Jordanian woman educated in the United States and working as a coach for private youth soccer teams in Atlanta, was out for a drive one day and ended up in Clarkston, Georgia, where she was amazed and delighted to see young boys, black and brown and white, some barefoot, playing soccer on every flat surface they could find. Luma decided to quit her job, move to Clarkston, and start a soccer team that would soon defy the odds. Despite challenges to locate a practice field, minimal funding for uniforms and equipment, and zero fans on the sidelines, the Fugees practiced hard and demonstrated a team spirit that drew admiration from referees and competitors alike.
Outcasts United explores how the community changed with the influx of refugees and how the dedication of Lumah Mufleh and the entire Fugees soccer team inspired an entire community.
Praise for Outcasts United
- “An uplifting underdog story.”—Kirkus Reviews
- “Motivating messages that will resonate with teen readers.”—School Library Journal, Starred Review
Praise for Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference
- “Wonderful, poignant book is highly recommended...”—Library Journal, Starred Review
- “Engagingly written.”—School Library Journal
- “Richly detailed, uplifting … educational and enriching.”—Kirkus Reviews
- “Inspiring...richly detailed...Deeply satisfying...a bighearted book.”—Shelf Awareness
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Are you looking for a powerful and inspiring story that will leave you feeling motivated and uplifted? Look no further than Outcasts United: The Story of a Refugee Soccer Team That Changed a Town. This moving account of how a soccer team made up of diverse refugees inspired an entire community is a must-read for anyone seeking a story of resilience, determination, and the power of team spirit.
Based on the adult bestseller, Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference, this young people's edition of the book is specially crafted to engage and inspire young readers. Through the story of the Fugees, a youth soccer team composed of refugees from around the world, and their remarkable coach, Luma Mufleh, young readers will learn about the transformative power of sports and the impact of unity in a diverse society.
What sets Outcasts United apart is its ability to capture the essence of human resilience and the strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Luma Mufleh's decision to quit her job, move to Clarkston, and start a soccer team for refugees is a testament to the power of one person's determination to make a difference. Despite facing numerous challenges, including limited resources and lack of support, the Fugees soccer team's unwavering dedication and team spirit shines through on every page.
But Outcasts United isn't just a story about soccer. It's a story about community, about how the influx of refugees transformed a town and brought together people from all walks of life. Through the lens of the Fugees' journey, readers are shown the beauty of cultural diversity, the importance of acceptance, and the impact a united community can have on individuals and society as a whole.
Don't miss out on this wonderful and poignant book that has received rave reviews from critics. Kirkus Reviews describes it as "an uplifting underdog story," while School Library Journal praises its "motivating messages that will resonate with teen readers." If you're looking for a deeply satisfying and educational read that will leave you inspired, pick up a copy of Outcasts United today.
Click here to get your copy now and embark on a transformative journey with the Fugees soccer team.
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