In honor of World Kindness Week, YSL News shines a light on remarkable acts of kindness in sports, demonstrating how compassion and collaboration thrive both on and off the field.

Witness some touching sports moments from this year, from a soccer fan supporting his blind friend to marathon runners assisting injured peers in reaching the finish line.

Watch: Soccer fan narrates game for blind friend

A visually impaired soccer enthusiast experienced a game in a heartfelt manner, thanks to his caring friend.

Juan David Perez attended a match between Atletico Bucaramanga and Millonarios F.C. in Santander, Colombia, in June, accompanied by his friend, Marcos Otero Valero. Although Perez couldn’t see the action, he was fully engaged as Otero skillfully described the game’s events by tracing the ball’s movements on his back.

Perez developed this technique after facing challenges during the 2018 FIFA World Cup Finals, and now both friends advocate for inclusivity in sports venues and daily activities.

Video 2: Runners unite to help injured peers finish the marathon

At the Boston Marathon in April, true sportsmanship shone as participants not only celebrated their own finishes but also lent support to injured runners, offering assistance and even carrying them across the line.

Watch: Football team rejoices after player’s sister wins Olympic gold

A typical football practice became an unforgettable moment for a college player.

During day four of the Navy’s training camp, Chreign LaFond learned that his sister, Thea LaFond, was competing in the triple jump at the 2024 Paris Olympics, thousands of miles away. Midway through practice, his coach interrupted to announce that Thea had won the gold medal, making her Dominica’s first-ever Olympic medalist.

The entire team erupted in cheers, celebrating this significant achievement.