For so many athletes, the dream is going pro bt for Casey Martinez, the path looked a little different. In this episode of SoccerGirl Pod, we sit down with former D1 standout Casey Martinez to talk about the decision to step away from pursuing a professional soccer career and instead commit to the demanding world of pre-med.

We get into:

-What it’s really like balancing D1 soccer and pre-med

-The mindset shift that comes with transitioning out of sport

-Why choosing a different path isn’t “giving up” — it’s growth

-How being an athlete translates into medicine (yes, even surgery)

-Advice for young players chasing big dreams on and off the field

This is a conversation about identity, pressure, and trusting yourself when your future doesn’t look like everyone else’s. Because success doesn’t only live on the pitch.

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