[May 18, 2023 – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil] FIFA selected Guam Football Association Technical Director Ross Awa as part of the 25 participants for its prestigious new Technical Leadership Diploma course launched in Brazil earlier this month.

Awa joined other selected Technical Leaders from Member Associations and Confederations from around the globe at the Brazilian Football Federation (CBF) Training Complex in Rio de Janeiro for block one of the 18 month-long course.

“I am privileged to be part of the inaugural FIFA Technical Leadership Diploma in Brazil, alongside distinguished technical leaders from around the world,” said Awa. “I had the opportunity to explore the Brazilian culture and their football, while highlighting the importance of a national playing identity, strategic visioning, studying various member association case studies, and leadership. Through these experiences, I’ve gained insight into the values and best practices that make successful football organizations. From domain knowledge to strategic planning, every aspect contributes to a team’s success. .....

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