In this episode of The Soccer Ladder, we sit down with John Davis—co-founder of @ULETEsports, one of the top multi-sport performance centers in the country—to unpack what it really takes to build elite athletes today.
From growing up on cow-patch soccer fields in Texas to building a world-class training facility guided by faith, vision, and a generational entrepreneurial spirit—John shares the story behind ULETE and what makes it a game-changer for today’s youth.
👟 Inside the Episode:
- The origin story of @ULETEsports youleet_athletics and the God-given vision behind it
- Why today’s youth athletes need more than just drills—they need culture, care, and confidence
- What makes a great coach—and what red flags to look for
- How futsal builds decision-making, mental toughness, and game IQ
- The role of recovery, nutrition, and rest (and what they learned from Ronaldo’s documentary)
- Why burnout is real and how families can prevent it
- Real talk about showcase pressure, standing out in ID camps, and getting recruited
- The underrated impact of multi-sport play (yes, rec basketball counts!)
- Why parents should remember this: “Enjoy it while it lasts—because one day, the game ends.”
💬 “Coaches aren’t recruiting teams—they’re recruiting individuals. So what makes you stand out?”
💡 Whether you're an academy parent, a young athlete, or a coach shaping the next generation—this conversation is packed with insight, heart, and practical wisdom.
📍 Location: Southlake, TX
🎧 Listen now wherever you stream podcasts.
🧠 Follow & Connect:
- Guest: @ULETEsports @volfsocceracademy@volfino13 @just_4_gk@pablofutsalacademy
- Hosts: @liandmeinnyc & @liamlinke93
#TheSoccerLadder #YouleetAthletics #YouthSoccerJourney #SoccerDevelopment #EliteTraining #FutsalIQ #SoccerPodcast #SoccerMentorship #SouthlakeTX #SoccerParents #AthleteMindset #NextGenAthletes #PlayWithPurpose #SoccerTraining #YouthSports
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