More Than a Uniform: Why We Play for More in October

All season long, our players wear the FC Balboa crest over their hearts. It’s a symbol of their commitment to their team, their club, and the game they love. But this October, you’ll notice another color on the pitch: pink.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to honor the incredible strength of those who have fought, and are fighting, this disease. For us at FC Balboa, this cause is deeply personal. It hits home for our entire community, and especially for one of our own, Staff Coach, John Anderson, who lost his mother to breast cancer in 2016.

We play for her, and for all the mothers, sisters, aunts, grandmothers, and friends who are the true backbone of our club. They are the ones driving to practices, cheering from the sidelines in all weather, and offering encouragement after a tough game. Their strength inspires us, and this month, we play for them.

Throughout October, our teams will take the field wearing pink socks, armbands, and pre-wrap. It’s a small gesture, but it’s a visible, public reminder that we are part of something bigger than ourselves. Each pink accessory represents a unified front, showing every family in our club affected by this disease that they are not alone.

The fight against cancer requires resilience, courage, and an unbreakable team spirit. These are the very same values we strive to instill in our players every time they step on the field—to support a teammate who is struggling, to work together for a common goal, and to never give up.

This month, those lessons take on a profound new meaning. We are reminded that the ultimate victory isn't measured in goals, but in our ability to lift up those around us who need it most.

We invite the entire FC Balboa family to join this effort. When you come to the games this month, wear a touch of pink. Cheer a little louder for the players showing their support. Let’s transform our sidelines into a unified, powerful symbol of solidarity and hope.

Together, we are more than just a club; we are a community.

This October, we are proud to play for more.