February 4, 2025

Starfire Sports

Lewis

Starfire Sports announced that King County Council Chief of Staff Rhonda Lewis has joined its board of directors, bringing more than three decades of public-service experience and deep-rooted community connections to the social-enterprise nonprofit. Lewis currently serves Councilmember Girmay Zahilay in King County's District 2. Starfire delivers inclusive, world-class soccer experiences and social programs that inspire, encourage, and empower the thousands of youths who participate in their classes, leagues, jamborees, and sanctioned tournaments throughout the year. The organization is actively expanding its board and service offerings to help meet an increasing need for safe, inclusive spaces, particularly among underprivileged populations in South King County. Over the past two years alone, demand for Starfire programs has grown more than 200%, with financial assistance requests nearly tripling over the same period. In 2019, Starfire launched its STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) program to meet the evolving needs of the community. In 2024, more than 50% of STEM participants accessed the program at no cost, underscoring Starfire's commitment to making soccer and educational programs accessible to all youth. Looking ahead, Starfire is poised to launch new initiatives designed to equip local youth with the tools they need to thrive in all aspects of their lives.