89. Nacho Lerech of CSA Becas

Hi I’m Scot Cooper and welcome to the Tales From the Trail Podcast by MatchPlay. In this episode I welcome Nacho Lerech of CSA Becas International. Nacho discusses his journey from Argentina playing for a large club, Boca Juniors, to finding his way to college in the United States. He finished at the University of Vermont and began working for CSA Becas where he helps international students find a home at universities in the U.S. in addition to continuing his playing career in Europe. Nacho was a pleasure to have on the podcast, his enthusiasm for what he’s doing is contagious!

Summary

Ignacio Lerech, a representative from College of Sports of America Becas Internacional https://csabecasinternacional.com/#!/-inicio/, discusses the company's role in connecting student athletes with universities in the United States. He explains the process of finding the right school and the factors that students consider, such as sports, academics, and location. Ignacio also highlights the opportunities available to student athletes after college, including professional sports and work visas. He shares his personal experience playing youth soccer in Argentina and transitioning to the US. Ignacio emphasizes the benefits of college sports, including the high level of competition and the support provided by universities.

Takeaways

College of Sports of America connects student athletes with universities in the US, helping them find the right school and navigate the application process.

Factors such as sports, academics, and location are considered when choosing a school.

After college, student athletes have opportunities to pursue professional sports or work in their field of study.

Playing youth soccer in Argentina is highly competitive, and transitioning to the US can be a valuable experience for personal and athletic growth.

College sports in the US offer a high level of competition, excellent facilities, and support for student athletes.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Company Overview

02:21 Process of Connecting Athletes with Universities

04:20 Factors in Choosing the Right School

06:17 Divisions and Leagues for International Students

07:44 Support for Student Athletes Throughout College

09:28 Motivation for International Students to Pursue College Sports in the US

16:52 Pathways After College for Student Athletes

20:36 Playing Youth Soccer in Argentina

26:37 Transitioning to the US and Adapting to a New Environment

34:24 Connecting with College of Sports of America

39:40 Benefits of College Sports in the US