07/19/2026
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our dear friend and fellow Wings Soccer Club member, Tariye “T” Ekineh, who passed away on Thursday, July 16.
T was one of those rare people who made every field, every gathering, and every conversation better simply by being there. He always had a smile on his face, welcomed everyone, and had a unique gift for connecting people and building friendships. Whether you knew him for years or had just met him, he made you feel like you belonged.
Beyond Wings, T dedicated more than a decade to the Northeast Georgia soccer community, mentoring players, managing teams including Wings, coaching at Silverbacks Park, and leaving a lasting impact on countless lives. His legacy extends far beyond the game—it lives in the relationships he built, the people he inspired, and the kindness he showed every single day.
T leaves behind his wife and two young sons, Niko (6) and Kaio (3). As a soccer community, we’d like to come together for his family just as T always brought people together for others.
If you are able, please consider supporting the fundraiser established for his sons’ future. Every contribution will go directly toward helping secure their education and future.
Support Tariye’s Family on GoFundMe HERE: https://www.gofundme.com/f/in-loving-memory-of-tariye-support-for-his-sons
T, thank you for your friendship, your kindness, and the joy you brought to all of us. You left a legacy both on and off the field, and you will be deeply missed.
Rest in peace, my friend. ❤️⚽
Atlanta District Amateur Soccer League
