They were founded in 1980 when an ad was placed in the Village Voice looking for gay men interested in playing soccer in an area of Central Park known as the Ramble.
The Ramblers provided a space for gay men who enjoyed the sport to meet and socialize outside of the traditional settings of bars and clubs.
In addition to weekly matches and practices, the Ramblers also host social events throughout the year and participate in other various leagues in the New York metropolitan area.
Established in 2016 as a means of giving back to the community, the Ramblers Scholarship supports student athletes pursuing an undergraduate education who openly self-identify as LGBT, or as demonstrated and committed straight allies.
Following the annual June 1 application deadline, up to two one-time scholarships of $2,500 each are awarded publicly to cover tuition fees.