Putting the players first — wherever they live.
At For the Players Foundation, we believe every child deserves access to safe places to play, positive coaching, and the chance to grow through soccer—regardless of zip code or financial circumstance.
Founded by longtime coach, educator, and behavioral specialist Dr. Christin Golich, our mission is simple: remove barriers to play and build stronger communities through sport.
Through our More Play™ Network, we create welcoming places where students can play soccer every day — right where they already are. We activate underused spaces — schools, parks, churches, and more — into safe, welcoming places to play every day. Our partner-site model builds stewardship, shared ownership, and lasting access to soccer.
We also help cover registration costs, provide essential equipment, and partner with schools to create opportunities for every child to belong on the field.
Because when we invest in the game, we invest in our future.
Meet Our Founder
Christin Golich, Ed.D.
Founder & Executive Director, For the Players Foundation
Christin grew up playing soccer across Hampton Roads — from local club soccer, to Great Bridge High School, and on to competing at Chowan University. With more than 15 years of coaching experience, she has dedicated her life to helping young players grow on and off the field.
Beyond coaching, Christin has built a career in education, serving as an elementary teacher, behavioral specialist, counselor, and reading interventionist across schools in Currituck, Norfolk, Chesapeake, and Virginia Beach.
Her academic background includes a Doctorate in Educational Organizational Leadership, a Master’s in School Counseling, and advanced training in Applied Behavior Analysis — expertise that shapes the Foundation’s work at the intersection of sport, mentorship, and student wellbeing.
Together with her husband Scott and their son Mason, a dedicated soccer player in Virginia Beach schools, Christin has seen firsthand how access to equipment and safe play spaces can transform a child’s experience.
Christin’s journey inspired her to create a nonprofit committed to ensuring every kid — especially in Title I communities — has a place to play and the support they deserve.
