A10 The Afro-American July 25, 2026 - July 31, 2026
Soccer Ball Gala celebrates conclusion of international competition By Patricia McDougall Special to the AFRO On July 17 the World Cup Multi Embassy International Soccerball Gala was held at the Organization of American States (OAS) in collaboration
with Things to Do DC. People from all over came out to celebrate the conclusion of the World Cup with entertainment, dancing, food and more. All AFRO Photos / Patricia McDougall
Houston Hayles (left) and Carlie Baxter celebrate Things to Do DC’s World Cup Multi Embassy International Soccer Ball Gala.
Obi Omile (left) and Sherry Amagoh prepare to dance the night away.
Samayia Taylor and Brandley Myrthil enjoy the International Soccer Ball Gala.
Joe Emerusabe and Seena Ghavami share a moment.
Shown here, Elexus Deloach (left), Sharmane Meredith, Hope Crawford, Afie Braimoh and Wendy F. Wang.
Alvin Bacilio (front, left) and Judy Buchanan (front, right) perform at Things to Do DC’s World Cup Multi Embassy International Soccer Ball Gala at the Organization of American States.
Stephanie Bonbon (left) and Christelle Domercant enjoy the festivities.
Jay Carnegie (left) on trumpet and Eddie Baccus Jr. on saxophone entertain the crowd.
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