From the Streets to the World Stage
The Inspiring Journey of Scotland's Women’s Street Soccer Team
In Same Team — A Street Soccer Story, acclaimed writers Jack Nurse and Robbie Gordon weave an uplifting narrative centred on the Dundee Women’s Street Soccer Team as they strive for victory in the Homeless World Cup. This remarkable play, published to coincide with its world premiere at Edinburgh’s Traverse Theatre, explores the power of community, resilience, and teamwork amidst the challenges of homelessness. Both Nurse and Gordon, co-founders of Wonder Fools theatre company, draw on real-life stories and their years of experience producing contemporary socially-focused work, giving the story an unflinching authenticity and relatable heart.
Key to the narrative are the team’s five core principles: players always come first, looking to the future, leaving no one behind, placing others before ourselves, and always keeping promises. These founding values guide the women through adversity, forging a sense of unity that transcends their individual backgrounds. Through fast-paced football sequences and heartfelt moments off the pitch, the authors shine a light on the extraordinary talent and determination of women’s street soccer players, while highlighting the importance of social inclusion within the world of sport.
Robbie Gordon and Jack Nurse have a proven record of creating powerful theatre from true-life events, and their collaboration with the Dundee Women’s Street Soccer Team is no exception. The play captures both the vibrant hope and the gritty reality of fighting for change—on and off the pitch. Audiences are taken on a whirlwind journey of highs and lows, from training sessions on cold Scottish mornings to the jubilant dreams of championship glory, reflecting the experiences of those facing homelessness in the UK.
Same Team — A Street Soccer Story appeals not only to football fans but to anyone inspired by stories of courage, solidarity, and personal transformation. By focusing on the voices and dreams of Scottish women determined to bring the Homeless World Cup trophy home, Gordon and Nurse demonstrate the power of sport to unite communities and create lasting social impact. Their poignant storytelling ensures that this play is not just a celebration of football, but a vital reminder of the importance of giving everyone an opportunity to belong.
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Published: December 8, 2023
Price: £10.99
Paperback: 112 pages
ISBN-13: 978-1350459342
Dimensions: 128 x 198 (mm)
