According to soccer’s governing body, more than 240 million people around the world play the game.Thanks to the efforts of an Airman with local ties deployed to Kabul International Airport and supporters back in the United States, 47 local players will be a little better equipped.

Master Sgt. William Whitt of Manchester, a fuels mentor with the Air Corps Advisors Group in Kabul, worked with his wife Lee-Ellen Whitt and members of the local community to obtain soccer uniforms and equipment for a local youth team.

He said the idea came about after the team’s coach, an interpreter working with the Airmen here, mentioned it to Sergeant Whitt’s roommate.   …..more