Can soccer increase social capital?

In Season 2 Episode 5, Liz and LauraEllen discuss, can soccer increase social capital? Research by Painter and Price suggests that soccer may increase social capital but it depends on the structure of soccer leagues. It also varies depending on demographic factors such as gender and immigration status. Join us as we discover how we can soccer better by asking the question, can soccer increase social capital?

Link to article: Creating social capital on soccer fields: immigrant opportunities and gendered barriers in adult soccer leagues

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