“Picture this: you’re 17, lacing up your boots for another rainy practice in Italy. You’re talented, but the pressure is crushing—parents pushing school, scouts not calling, and you’re wondering if your dream is slipping away. 

I’ve been there. I’m Samuele, and leaving Italy for U.S. college soccer changed everything in my life—degrees earned, doors opened, and a whole new future. 

That’s why I created Beyond the Pitch—not just another sports show, but a roadmap for athletes chasing scholarships and opportunities through soccer. 

Every episode shares real stories, honest interviews, and practical steps to help you see that soccer can still transform your life—if you take the right shot.”