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Meet Ricky, a 17-year-old from American Canyon, California, with an undeniable passion for soccer. Despite years of hard work and remarkable talent, Ricky keeps getting overlooked by traditional scouting methods used by colleges and professional clubs. This episode explores his journey, the challenges he’s faced, and his determination to prove himself.
Ricky’s journey takes a turn when he comes to COPA Soccer Training Center and takes the COPA Score—a completely objective assessment of his physical, technical, and cognitive skills. Ricky scores off the charts, and his data is shared with COPA STC’s partner, TSG Hoffenheim. The result? An invitation to trial in Germany, marking a life-changing opportunity for Ricky.
Follow Ricky to Germany as he embarks on his trial with TSG Hoffenheim. This episode delves into the club’s unique, data-driven methodology for talent identification and development, which perfectly aligns with COPA STC’s approach. Ricky’s experience at this elite Bundesliga academy highlights the power of objective data in uncovering overlooked talent.
Ricky returns home after his trial with TSG Hoffenheim, but his journey is far from over. Thanks to his impressive COPA Score and trial performance, new opportunities with MLS academies and professional clubs are emerging. This episode reflects on how the COPA Score is creating pathways not just for Ricky, but for countless athletes like him.