JT Dorsey awarded Kim Crabbe Game Changers Award by U.S. Soccer

Coatesville, Pa. native and former professional soccer player JT Dorsey received the third annual Kim Crabbe Game Changers Award by U.S. Soccer at an awards dinner Saturday night in recognition of his efforts to increase access to the beautiful game.

A former pro with Harrisburg City Islanders, Hershey Wildcats and Reading Rage, Dorsey has dedicated his post-playing career to increasing accessibility for underserved communities.

As the founder and executive director of the JT Dorsey Foundation, he has pioneered programs like The Game for All Kids, which has engaged over 4,500 young players and 120 coaches in its first three years. His Mobile Education Centers bring essential coaching and referee education to inner-city clubs, addressing systemic barriers to participation.

Dorsey and others were honored Saturday at the U.S. Soccer Awards Dinner in Atlanta, where U.S. Soccer’s Annual General Meeting is being held.

In addition to Dorsey, Phil Anschutz was the recipient of the prestigious Werner Fricker Builder Award, Don Wilbur earned the inaugural Fernando G. Alvarez Referee Champion Award, Tony Sanneh was given the third annual Carla Overbeck Leadership Award and Jim Hamilton and Kathy Zolad were named honorary life members of U.S. Soccer.

“I want to congratulate Phil Anschutz, Don Wilbur, Tony Sanneh, JT Dorsey, Jim Hamilton and Kathy Zolad on their honors,” said U.S. Soccer CEO JT Batson.  “Each of them has made enormous contributions to the sport of soccer.  Their unwavering support has made our game stronger and should inspire us all to continue giving back.  We are grateful for all they have done and continue to do in service to soccer.”

Beyond his local impact, Dorsey’s work has influenced national soccer development. His leadership in coaching education, equity training, and mentorship has been adopted as a model for other states. Through his collaborations with the U.S. Soccer Foundation and the Black Soccer Coaches Group, Dorsey has championed initiatives that drive long-term inclusivity and growth in the sport. Dorsey is also a grassroots soccer leader for Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer where he authored and was awarded three Innovate to Grow grants. In 2024, Dorsey was a recipient of the Coaches Communities Award of Excellence given by the United Soccer Coaches.