Jamaica’s Rising Star Behind the Lens + Messi Takes Over Times Square!

In this edition of The Forty-One Life, Meet Jamaica Football’s teenage photographer capturing moments for the Reggae Boyz on and off the pitch. Meanwhile, Messi and Inter Miami are takin over Times Square to kick off MLS Playoffs, while the NWSL unveils fresh new hardware, ushering in its next chapter. Plus footy fashion collabs continue to make waves, as the game continues it’s influence on popular culture in the region.

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FEATURE

From Kingston to Pitchside: Ray Bogle is pointing a new lens at Jamaica Football

At just 19, Ray, a rising Jamaican photographer, is making a name for himself in the world of sports photography. Born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica, Ray’s journey began with a passion for the arts, nurtured by years of painting, drawing, and experimenting with photography on his phone. Little did he know that within a short time, this passion would land him Pitchside, capturing the biggest moments in Jamaican football.

Ray’s story is one of raw talent, determination, and seizing opportunities. Without formal photography training, he picked up his first professional camera in March 2024, just months after graduating from high school in Florida. His break came when he was invited to photograph the Jamaican Men’s National Football Team during their Nations League training session in Dallas, Texas. Although he went in with little experience and no clear idea of what to expect, his photos from that session were so impressive that some were featured on Adidas’ official page – a moment that solidified his presence in the industry.

Aimé Leon Dore and New Balance drop two new football kits and boots in it’s latest collection

ALD expands on its partnership with New Balance in the form of two full soccer kits and a special edition of the New Balance Furon 7+ boot. The centrerpieces of this capsule are undoubtedly the short sleeve and goalkeeper jerseys, which feature chrome-style Aimé branding as the shirt sponsor. Also included are shorts and knee high socks; the perfect look for any Sunday League Legend.

Blackstar Soccer launches its Originals Collection

Blackstar Soccer is continuing its mission to create access to the beautiful game for inner city youth across the country. Now you can suppor the organization’s mission by picking up pieces from it’s lates capsule collection.

Sales from Blackstar merch go back into supporting their free-to-play soccer camps.

LA Galaxy and Sworn To Us release new capsule collection

The LA Galaxy and LA based brand Sworn To Us are dropped their latest capsule collection this past weekend featuring a range of hats and graphic tees paying homage to the Galaxy’s championship pedigree.

If you’re in the LA area you can grab yours at the team store while supplies last.

MORE STYLE NEWS

Bodega home team goalkeeper jersey

The Boston-based brand has something special for the underdogs. Their new Home Team Goalkeeper Jersey embodies the rag-tag nature of the brand, all wrapped in a vintage early 2000’s design.

Nike to release Air Max Plus inspired by Ronaldinho

Dinho’s white and gold tiempos were a must have in his Barca days. Now Nike is restoring the feeling in the form of and Air Max Plus remix.

UPCOMING EVENTS // NEW YORK

Borussia Dortmund Takes Over New York City for Third Edition of Street Soccer USA - Times Square Cup

Borussia Dortmund (BVB), the German football powerhouse, returns to New York City for the third year in a row to host Street Soccer USA - Times Square Cup. For this year's event, BVB will once again act as the presenting partner of the Youth Cup competition, with over 300 boys and girls aged 4 to 18 able to play on an iconic pop-up soccer pitch in the heart of Times Square. The event is free and accessible to the public, and it will include fast-paced and high-scoring 4v4 matches both day and night.

Event Details

Saturday, October 12, 2024 from 10am-10pm

Duffy Square (47th & 7th ave)

12-2pm: Youth Cup + Trophy Presentation

2-3pm: EA Sports FC25: Gaming with Patrick Owomoyela

3pm-6pm: Cocktail Reception (inside BVB VIP tent)

Messi and Inter Miami kick off MLS Playoffs in Times Square

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami, who are favorites to win the MLS Cup this year, will officially begin Round One of the playoffs on Friday, October 25. To add to the anticipation of Messi's MLS Cup postseason debut, the game will be aired live on the massive screens in Times Square.

ON THE PITCH

NWSL and Tiffany & Co. reveal new Supporter’s Shield and MVP trophies

The National Women's Soccer League and global luxury jeweler Tiffany & Co. today revealed a reimagined trophy design for the NWSL Shield, presented by CarMax, as part of the league's ongoing overhaul of its end-of-year awards. The new Shield, given to the team with the best record at the end of the regular season, reflects a combination of modern beauty and tradition reminiscent of one of global football's time-honored prizes.

MOVES

MLS partners with and invests in OneFootball

Major League Soccer announced a partnership with OneFootball, a German digital media platform that covers soccer worldwide. OneFootball will use its video player network, which includes a Yahoo! Sports co-branded content center, to broadcast MLS highlights across all platforms. As a OneFootball shareholder, MLS will join Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and the German Football Federation on an advisory board.

THINGS YOU MIGHT HAVE SLEPT ON

Recap from the Blackstar Soccer panel at REVOLT WORLD

Black Star hosted 'The Next Wave of Soccer Culture' in Atlanta with top voices shaping the next-gen soccer experience.

Current players, content providers, and artists spoke on the panel:

• Jessica Black: soccer host and content creator

• Imani Dorsey: Utah Royals, Black Women's Player Collective board member

• Gianni Lee: visual artist / musician / designer + NYCFC culture consultant

• Raheem Taylor-Parkes: GOAL USA host and content creator