Westmont Women’s Soccer Reflects on Faith, Service and Lasting Connections in Kenya

By: Hope Hensley Jul 17, 2026 SANTA BARBARA, Cali. – Westmont Women’s Soccer returned home from its mission trip to Kenya with more than memories of soccer clinics, service projects and unforgettable adventures. Through its partnership with Sports Outreach International, the Warriors spent two weeks serving children and families, building relationships and growing in their faith—experiences that players and coaches say will have a lasting impact long after returning to Santa Barbara. For head coach Lauren Matthias, the most rewarding part of the trip wasn’t found in the schedule or the places the team visited, but in watching her players…