The Power of Guidance: How One Call Changed Kyle’s Career
- Joe Funicello
- Apr 22
- 1 min read

Kyle Owen wasn’t lost. He wasn’t ready to give up. But like a lot of talented college players, he was stuck . A former D1 standout at Western Illinois and USL-2 player for Des Moines Menace,
Kyle had the résumé—but no roadmap.
The Problem: After graduating, the opportunities weren’t flowing in. Just more paid combines, more generic emails, and more “maybe next time.”He knew he had what it takes—but he didn’t know where to go.
The Turning Point: That’s when Kyle reached out to SoccerViza.Instead of empty hype or sales pitches, he got real advice.
Together, we broke down:
How the football industry really works
Who to reach out to
How to write a proper outreach message
How to position himself as a solution, not just a hopeful
The Breakthrough: Now, Kyle is heading to his first self-created trial. No middlemen. No paid combine.Just the result of strategy, consistency, and belief in himself—with the right guidance.
What You Can Learn: Kyle’s story isn’t about luck. It’s about taking control. If you’re stuck—like Kyle was—you don’t need a miracle. You need a map, a coach, and a plan.
Ready to build your own path? Click [link] to book a virtual session with Coach Joe and get the clarity you’ve been looking for.
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