About the Event

Now entering its 27-year milestone, Seattle Somali Week is one of the region’s longest-running community festivals. From August 6 – 16, 2025 hundreds of families, youth and partners will gather at Highline High School (225 S 152nd St, Burien WA) to enjoy ten days of soccer, cultural arts and family activities.

Hosted by African Youth Sports Academy (AYSA), the tournament welcomes 16 teams—including eight traveling from out of state— and engages 140+ local players aged 6-18, half of whom come from immigrant or refugee households. Beyond thrilling matches, the week offers health-and-wellness workshops, college-readiness sessions, and daily family programming that foster teamwork, leadership and community cohesion.

Your support fuels:

Secure field rentals, referees & equipment
Healthy meals for visiting teams and volunteers
Free or low-cost entry for youth who would otherwise be priced out
Expanded mentorship and college-prep workshops run by AYSA coaches

Thank You!

Your support keeps Seattle Somali Week vibrant and accessible—celebrating heritage, nurturing future leaders, and strengthening the fabric of our community. We look forward to partnering with you for a memorable 2025 tournament!

African Youth Sports Academy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit; all gifts are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.

Support Seattle Somali Week Soccer Tournament 2025

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