Ujima Soccer Academy

06/09/2026

Check out the result of One Knox SC ‘s partnership with the Beck Cultural Exchange Center! 👀

06/02/2026

We are looking for someone from District 1 to sit on the library board. If you are interested please send your resume to me [email protected]

05/27/2026

This summer we’re creating opportunities for community and development for students of Vine and Austin East.

Keep Showing Up At Ujima, we believe growth doesn’t stop when the season ends. This summer, we’re creating opportunities for our community to stay connected, keep developing, and continue building something special together. We’re hosting free soccer opportunities for Vine Middle School and Au...

05/26/2026

Many families rely on the free meals available during the school year, so summer can be a real financial strain. Here are some places to get free food this summer.

The Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee is once again distributing thousands of meals a day to families in need across summer break.

05/21/2026

This morning we welcomed the East Knoxville Business and Professional Association into the clubhouse to share the history and vision for Ujima. Many thanks to Augustine for coming in on his last day of school to share about his experience. And thanks to everyone who has played a part in this movement!

05/17/2026

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05/12/2026

Many thanks to Yassin’s for feeding us today! 🥙

05/12/2026

We celebrated the end of another season at Vine Middle Magnet School ! These young men have been working hard - on the field and in the clubhouse - since September. They've all improved and we had a lot of fun along the way. Many thanks to Yassin’s for feeding us. Join us in celebrating this milestone!

04/22/2026

Great opportunity to serve!

Do you know a young person who is passionate about their community and looking for ways to plug in and make a difference? Recommend them for Mayor's Youth Council!

MYC is open to rising 9th through 12th graders, with preference given to young people living inside Knoxville city limits. Applications open now through May 31: https://www.knoxvilletn.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=109562&pageId=17668344

04/15/2026

This is one of the things I love about our community and something we’re working intentionally to build. Here’s a state champ taking time for a kickabout with one of our 7th graders - talking to him, not only about soccer, but about what it means to be a Roadrunner and what it takes to be a champion.