Colleen Becker, PhD

More than just a club, more than just a game. Oakland Roots Sports Club seeks to harness the magic of Oakland and the power of sport as a force for social good. Whether on the pitch, in the stands, or within the community, Oakland Roots will represent our one-of-a-kind city with passion, pride, and commitment to all things Oakland. Player by player. Supporter by supporter. Resident by resident. One day at a time. One game at a time. This is about Oakland first, always. Subscribe to stay updated on Oakland Roots Sports Club and our pathway to professional soccer in Oakland.

Oakland Soul is a Purpose-driven, women’s soccer team debuting in the USL W League in 2023. The Purpose of Oakland Soul is to harness the magic of Oakland and the power of sport as a force for social good. Oakland Soul will be an elite pathway to pro soccer for women, providing not only a high-quality training environment but also protecting and empowering players so they are nourished both physically and mentally. Oakland and the greater Bay Area has always been a hotbed for women’s soccer and Oakland Soul will raise the bar in terms of local opportunity. Player by player. Supporter by supporter. Resident by resident. One day at a time. One game at a time. This is still about Oakland first, always.

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More than just a club, more than just a game. Oakland Roots Sports Club seeks to harness the magic of Oakland and the power of sport as a force for social good. Whether on the pitch, in the stands, or within the community, Oakland Roots will represent our one-of-a-kind city with passion, pride, and commitment to all things Oakland. Player by player. Supporter by supporter. Resident by resident. One day at a time. One game at a time. This is about Oakland first, always. Subscribe to stay updated on Oakland Roots Sports Club and our pathway to professional soccer in Oakland.