Kash Odiase

Club: Watford U18s

Position: Forward

“Kash Odiase joined the Strive2Score program at just 14 years old, and his journey since then has been nothing short of inspiring. The harder you work, the more people will notice.”

This quote perfectly captures Kash’s ethos. From the very beginning, his desire to learn and unwavering commitment to self-improvement stood out. His efforts bore fruit during a key event we organized, where his performance turned heads and impressed numerous scouts. That moment set the stage for his breakthrough at Watford.

Even now, I continue to work with Kash during the off-season, conducting tailored one-on-one sessions to refine specific areas of his game. This focused approach ensures he stays sharp, constantly improving, and maintaining a competitive edge over his peers.”

Enoch Sampson

Club: Luton Town U18S

Position: Defender

“When you don’t give up, you can not fail.”

Enoch’s journey is a testament to the power of perseverance. Without any professional academy background, he joined the Strive2Score U16s squad determined to improve and learn. Despite being turned down by numerous clubs—from the Championship to League One—his dedication never wavered. Enoch stayed faithful to the Strive2score training programme, using every setback as motivation to push harder.

His breakthrough finally came at Luton Town, at an age when many believe the window of opportunity has closed. Enoch proved them wrong.

I continue to work with Enoch on a one-to-one basis during the off-season, helping him stay sharp and maintain peak performance. His story is a reminder to all athletes: persistence, hard work, and belief in yourself can overcome even the toughest challenges.”

Ronny Ruiz

Club: Sutton United

Position: Midfielder

“Ronny Ruiz is an exciting ball-playing midfielder. From the moment he joined the Strive2Score U16s squad, it was evident he had the potential to go far. He just needed a bit of tactical work and guidance, which Strive2Score provided. The platform equipped him with the skills and mindset to earn a two-year scholarship with Sutton United.

I am confident that with his talent and determination, Ronny will progress to even higher-level clubs in the future.”

Ned Hepburn

Club: Sutton United

Position: Attacker

“Ned Hepburn is a dynamic and skilled attacking player identified by one of our scouts for his exceptional potential. He joined the Strive2Score U16s squad, where he honed his skills through rigorous training sessions and competitive matches organised by us. These matches provided a platform for professional club scouts to evaluate talented players.

Ned’s impressive performances during this period earned him a trial at Sutton United, where he excelled and secured a two-year scholarship. Moving forward, I will closely monitor his development and work with him during the off-season to further refine his abilities and support his continued progress.”

Kai Van Graan

Club: Welling United

Position: Midfielder

“Kai Van Graan, a former Millwall Academy player, has rediscovered his passion for football after joining Strive2Score U16s squad, Kai’s development has been remarkable. His skills on the pitch have improved significantly, and his confidence has soared.

With his dedication and talent, Kai’s football journey is on an upward trajectory, and it’s only a matter of time before bigger clubs take notice.”

Kai Lambert

Club: Sutton Common Rovers

Position: Centre Back

“Technical and dominant centre back another shining success story from the Strive2score U16s squad program, marking a significant milestone by progressing to join a Step 4 semi-professional club The comprehensive training and support provided at Strive2score have equipped Kai with the skills, discipline, and confidence to take this exciting step in his football journey. His dedication, coupled with the program’s expertise, has laid the foundation for what promises to be a bright and successful career in the sport.”

Billy Wells

Club: Sutton Common Rovers

Position: Striker

“A prolific striker, joined the Strive2Score U16s squad from a grassroots club. Initially, Billy struggled with low confidence and self-belief. However, through consistent training and support, he grew into an integral part of the squad, delivering impressive performances during games.

His hard work and determination led to an opportunity with Sutton Common Rovers, where he is now thriving and consistently scoring goals. With his continued development and goal-scoring prowess, it’s only a matter of time before professional clubs take notice of his talent.”

Saliu Lo Seye
& Martada Lo Seye

Club: GD São Roque

Position: Centre Backs

“Twin brothers, joined the Strive2Score program at the age of 16, enrolling in the Monday training sessions to enhance their skills. Their dedication and hard work paid off, as they progressed to sign with a Step 4 semi-professional first team at the age of 17. While playing at this level, they continued to receive tailored support from Strive2Score, including additional individual training sessions beyond their team commitments.

An exciting opportunity arose through Strive2Score for the twins to showcase their talents in Portugal. They seized the chance, performed exceptionally well, and subsequently signed contracts with GD São Roque in Portugal. Even now, during the off-season, Saliu and Martada benefit from one-on-one sessions to further refine their skills and stay sharp for the competitive season ahead. Their journey exemplifies the value of hard work, continuous development, and seizing opportunities in football.”