Building on Success. Preparing for What’s Next.

In Spring 2025, Strive Prep took a major step forward with our Ohio Showcase Tour — a pivotal moment in the continued evolution of our high-performance pathway.

Facing strong opposition in demanding environments, our players were challenged physically, tactically, and mentally. The takeaway was clear: Strive players can compete at this level — and more importantly, they are learning how to prepare for what comes next.

Ohio wasn’t just a trip. It was a benchmark.

Ohio 2025: A Defining Experience

The Ohio showcase tested our players in ways local competition simply cannot. Matches were played at higher tempo, with greater physicality and tactical discipline — mirroring the realities of the college game.

Our athletes demonstrated maturity, adaptability, and confidence, both on and off the pitch. The experience reinforced the importance of preparation, recovery, and consistency across multiple match days. It also validated Strive Prep’s approach to long-term player development.

April 6–10: Wisconsin, Notre Dame & Northwestern

Building on the success of Ohio, Strive Prep will travel April 6–10 to compete against NCAA Division I programs, including:

• Wisconsin Badgers

• Notre Dame Fighting Irish

• Northwestern Wildcats

These matchups represent another significant step up in competition and exposure. Players will face elite athletic profiles, complex tactical structures, and the speed and intensity that define the college game.

This is not showcase theatre — this is real preparation.

Why These Prep Trips Matter

Strive Prep tours are not rewards. They are development tools designed to accelerate growth and provide honest feedback.

These experiences allow us to benchmark players against NCAA standards, identify gaps in physical, tactical, and psychological performance, teach players how to manage travel, recovery, and competition cycles, expose athletes to the expectations of post-secondary football, and create opportunities for follow-up interest including potential call-backs, trial invitations, or continued evaluation when players perform at the required level.

This level of exposure is essential for players with ambitions beyond local and regional football.

The Strive Prep Philosophy

Strive Prep exists to bridge the gap between academy football and the next level.

Our focus is on:

• High-touch, high-repetition training

• Small-group, game-real environments

• Long-term athlete development

• Accountability, professionalism, and standards on and off the pitch

U.S. Prep trips are an extension of our daily work — not isolated events. What players experience on these tours reflects how they train year-round.

Looking Ahead

Ohio showed us what’s possible.
April will raise the bar again.

As Strive Prep continues to grow, our commitment remains unchanged: prepare players properly, expose them honestly, and support their long-term pathway.

More details regarding rosters, preparation phases, and future U.S. Prep opportunities will be shared soon.