Black Players for Change, a nonprofit committed to bridging gaps in racial equity across the sport of soccer, today announced a new leadership structure to guide it into its seventh year of operation. Justin Morrow and Jeremy Ebobisse will serve as Co-Presidents of a new Board of Directors made up of 8 leaders representing stakeholders across the soccer ecosystem to spearhead the long-term vision.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup brought the world's biggest stage to American soil, but for Black Players for Change, the real measure of the tournament was never just about what happened on the pitch.

Hosting the FIFA World Cup 2026 was always going to be an athletic spectacle. But in Seattle, the goal for Black Players for Change was to build a blueprint for intentional, equitable, and purpose-driven impact.

Ahead of the unveiling of Cobi Jones’ statue, Justin Morrow and Allen Hopkins Jr. of Black Players for Change talk to LAGalaxy.com to reflect on Cobi’s impact on the community.

BPC announced a new cultural partnership with the National Museum of African American Music that reframes Black History Month through an innovative digital exhibit entitled “The Soundtrack of the Pitch” exploring the powerful connection between Black musical traditions and the creativity, rhythm, and expression of Black soccer players on the field. 

Black Players for Change (BPC) and Vans are partnering to launch the BPC x Vans collaboration, featuring Vans’ classic Era silhouette in two limited edition colorways. Proceeds from the collection will directly benefit BPC programs that expand access and opportunity within soccer.