“BUILDING CONFIDENT, HEALTHY AND RESILIENT YOUNG PEOPLE THROUGH SPORT.”
“BUILDING CONFIDENT, HEALTHY AND RESILIENT YOUNG PEOPLE THROUGH SPORT.”
OUR MISSION
To provide opportunities for children and young people, especially those from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds to play soccer in a safe and inclusive environment
To encourage children and young people to be fit and active, and to support both their physical and psychological health and wellbeing
To foster positive cross-cultural relationships with others, to connect and empower children and young people in making a positive contribution to their community
To support inclusivity and social cohesion by connecting children and young people with their families, our partners and the wider community
To use evidence-based research, technical knowledge, and feedback on the needs of
our participants and players to delivery innovative programs and advocate for
outcomes young people in our communities.
Our approach
A HOLISTIC APPROACH
Our innovative positive soccer program for children and young people aged five to seventeen is designed to help participants build their soccer skills while also building a positive mindset to apply to other parts of their lives.
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CHARACTER STRENGTHS
We are very interested in how One Ball can encourage the understanding and practice of Positive character strengths for young people to help them reach their potential.
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Our Founder
Kamal Ibrahim migrated from Ethiopia with his family in 2003 at the age of 12 to escape civil war and conflict.
At that time, he spoke no English and found it difficult settling into life in Australia. He turned to his passion – soccer – as a way of communicating and connecting into his new community.
THE ORIGIN OF THE NAME "ONE BALL"
The name of the organisation originated from the concept that when Kamal was a young boy growing up in Ethiopia he didn’t have much, no designated playing field, no boots, no uniform and no coaches.
The neighbourhood only had one ball to share amongst all the kinds and Kamal experienced first-hand that all you really need is literally “one ball” to bring everyone together.
You are one step away, if you want to enroll
BECOME A VOLUNTEER
You can get involved today by becoming a volunteer. Get in touch and you will be joining a group of change-makers, a network strong enough to impact positive change in the lives of children.
JOIN NOWMAKE A DONATION
Your gift will help equip our young players with necessary resources, training and education. You can make a difference today by giving towards a brighter future!
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With your support, we believe our collaboration will provide a platform to increase the positive community perception and credibility of your business.
JOIN NOWWHAT OUR PARENTS SAY
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mickael arminana
This is an amazing program wirh amazing people!the kids are learning so many soccer skills and life values. The program also developp the self confidence
I highly recommend
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Henry Clayton
So lucky to be part of this AWESOME program that builds community spirit, self confidence, and sportsmanship. My son's favourite activity!
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Claudia RJ
I love it! My children really enjoy going to play soccer at One Ball, an excellent place to share and have fun while
learning soccer
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Sebastián Ruiz Romo
The place to be in the area to build community. For kids to have fun and play some soccer in a very friendly environment. Love it. We need more places like this.
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Louise Pearlgood
One Ball is a wonderful organisation which has taught my son soccer skills as well as self love, resilience and wellbeing. He enjoys learning how to be a team mate with his friends. We enjoy the family days and events they organise too. Thanks for everything,
Leo and Lou
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Claire Silver
The team at oneball provide an incredibly supportive, positive coaching experience while teaching the skills and values to help kids develop. Can't rate the team highly enough!
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Thi Thu PHẠM
Best soccer club in Melbourne, the coaches are amazing, very passionate, patient and dedicated! They teach them technical skills, but as well as good values in sport such as teamwork, courage, kindness... it's the best program if your kids want to play soccer! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT!
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zeyneb ibrahim
One ball is am amazing place for kids to practice playing soccer. The community is super friendly and helpful. My child Abdella has been playing here since the very start. The middl3 one joined a while ago and the youngest one recently. I reccomenef it for everyone who enjoys playing a friendly game of soccer. The organisations are on point and can't wait for more!!
Zeyneb
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Beshir Mahmued
Excellent inclusive community soccer program with dedicated coaches promoting teamwork, compassion and resilience. Both of my children love it and I couldn't recommend it more highly!
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Sue Black
The one ball team are amazing. This is a beautiful community spirited club and not for profit. The coaches are great, the kids learn. skills for football and life. Lovely, respectful, fun times! Can't wait for next season. Thanks one ball team
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NK
My 12 year old has been playing at One Ball camp at Port Melbourne and the program has helped him develop confidence in the game and taught him some great skills. Kamal is wonderful and has always tried to make the program get better each year by introducing new things. Highly recommend to join the One Ball Soccer Program.
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Munir Azizullah
Best soccer club for kids, all the team put in full effort. Top class training and social experience. Highly
recommended club for kids!
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Magdaline Pothitos
One ball has been the best addition to our sons love for the wonderful game of football! It is run by such a wonderful group of people who ensure the right values are taught and shared with our kids. A great way to also be involved in our community. We highly recommend this program to all of our friends and families that live locally
LATEST NEWS
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OUR AWESOME PARTNERS
We work closely with our sponsors and partners to develop mutually-beneficial fundraising campaigns, co-branded sporting kits, media and experiences that have an incredible impact on our local communities.
Nelson Mandela
Sport has the power to change the world. It has the power to inspire. It has the power to unite people in a way that little else does. It speaks to youth in a language they understand. Sport can create hope where once there was only despair. It is more powerful than governments in breaking down racial barriers. It laughs in the face of all types of discrimination
