THE UNITED STATES SOCCER PATHWAY
Our Mission
At FutureBallers, we help aspiring footballers around the world turn their ambition of playing college soccer in the U.S. into a reality — while earning a scholarship and pursuing a degree.
From creating standout highlight videos and preparing for academic requirements to navigating the recruitment process and connecting with college coaches, we support student-athletes at every stage of their journey.
Our mission is to make U.S. college soccer recruitment more accessible, personalized, and achievable. By combining expert guidance with a player-first approach, we help athletes showcase their potential, access the right opportunities, and build a future both on the field and in the classroom.
Our team
Hailey pereira
Hailey is an American-Portuguese soccer player with NCAA Division I experience at Bryant University, Coastal Carolina University, and Queens University of Charlotte. She also represented Portugal at the U-23 National Team level.
She holds a Bachelor of Science in Exercise & Sport Science, graduating summa cum laude, as well as a Master’s degree in Business Administration.
Having experienced the college soccer system at multiple Division I programs and competed internationally, Hailey brings a firsthand understanding of the student-athlete journey. She is passionate about helping athletes find the right opportunities and achieve their goals both on the field and in the classroom.
Lou Martinet
Lou is a French-Venezuelan professional soccer player currently playing in Europe and representing Venezuela at the senior national team level. Before turning professional, she competed in NCAA Division I soccer at Coastal Carolina University and Florida Gulf Coast University.
She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Sport Management & Recreation with a minor in Marketing, as well as a Master’s degree in Business Administration.
Having experienced the U.S. college soccer system firsthand and now competing professionally in Europe and internationally with Venezuela, Lou understands the journey from both an academic and athletic perspective. Passionate about helping the next generation of student-athletes succeed, she is committed to guiding players through the recruitment process, connecting them with the right opportunities, and helping them build a successful future both on the field and in the classroom.
Our Story
FutureBallers was founded in 2025 by Lou and Hailey, two teammates who met while playing college soccer at Coastal Carolina University.
As student-athletes, we both went through the college recruitment process and experienced firsthand how confusing and overwhelming it can be. We saw how much easier the journey can be with the right guidance and support.
That experience inspired us to create FutureBallers and help other soccer players who have the same dream of playing college soccer in the U.S.
Today, we help athletes through the recruitment process, from showcasing their talent and connecting with coaches to finding scholarship opportunities. Our goal is simple: to help players find the right opportunity and make their dream of playing college soccer a reality.