Kicking Out Transphobia was founded in 2020, shortly after the quarantine was lifted, marking the first tournament in Philadelphia to implement new COVID-19 protocols. Originally launched as a preseason friendly to raise awareness and funds for Morris Home, the tournament quickly evolved into a vital community initiative. By the following year, we expanded to include a Women’s and Nonbinary Division, broadening our reach and impact. In 2023, Kicking Out Transphobia went international, hosting exhibition matches and tournaments across the United States in cities such as Las Vegas, Seattle, San Francisco, Orlando Florida and Washington D.C., as well as in Mexico. Our mission is to visibly and actively celebrate the trans community, sending a clear message: trans players belong in soccer and everywhere else.

KOT is more than just events; it’s a movement to end transphobia through the unifying power of soccer. We aim to foster acceptance, inclusion, and justice for the trans and gender-nonconforming community. By creating inclusive soccer spaces, we offer members of the trans community a place to play, connect, and thrive, while simultaneously raising awareness and visibility.

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