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Kip Ward & Vicky (Ward) Brawley
co-founded Rainbow Soccer in Chapel Hill in 1972, creating one of North Carolina’s most enduring soccer institutions.
Kip Ward & Vicky (Ward) Brawley co-founded Rainbow Soccer in Chapel Hill in 1972, creating one of North Carolina’s most enduring soccer institutions. With Kip’s charisma and Vicky’s organization, Rainbow emphasized joy, play, and inclusivity over competition, producing generations of players, coaches, and lifelong fans. Their vision transformed the state’s soccer culture and inspired programs that continue to thrive today.
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