Success Stories

Madara’s Journey from Latvia to NCAA Division I Soccer at Florida Gulf Coast University

When Madara Matrevica first heard about college soccer in the United States, the opportunity felt both exciting and intimidating. She knew she wanted to keep playing at a high level while earning a university degree, but leaving Latvia for a completely new environment was a big step. Encouraged by her parents and inspired by a friend who had worked with Smarthlete, she took the first step and reached out - an action that sparked one of the biggest opportunities of her life.