Josh Lubetkin ’25 was just 10 years old when he first understood the power of soccer. While visiting Israel, he watched local children play on crumbling courts and dusty patches – fields in name only. Yet, their passion was undeniable. That early spark has grown into a global mission. Now approaching graduation from Elon University, Lubetkin is leading efforts to construct turf soccer fields in underserved communities across the globe – his latest project is taking shape in Tilcara, a remote mountain village in northern Argentina. “It’s about creating safe, joyful spaces for kids to play — and hopefully changing lives in the process,” the sport management major says. To read more about Josh and his community-building efforts, click the link in our bio. #eloncomm #elonspt #elongrad