How Bad Do You Want To Live Your Dreams: Luis Ruiz Pro Football His Secret To Success

 🎙️ From Homeless at 12 to Pro Football Star | Luis Ruiz on Focus, Faith & Football | Transforming the Game Podcast

How does a boy with no shoes, sleeping in parks, go on to play against Ronaldo, Ronaldinho, and Thierry Henry—then build a global football academy impacting 5,000+ kids?

Meet Luis Ruiz, the Costa Rican powerhouse behind Ruiz Football Academy (www.ruizfootballacademy.com) and the soon-to-air international reality show helping young athletes win contracts and change their lives.

🔥 Why You Need to Listen

In this raw and inspiring conversation with host Kristina Katsanevas, Luis opens up about:
✅ Surviving domestic violence and homelessness at 12
✅ Finding football as a lifeline and source of hope
✅ Playing professionally in Costa Rica, Europe, USA, and Australia
✅ Coaching 5,000+ kids and partnering with Real Madrid & Borussia Dortmund
✅ Building a TV show that gives 22 players a shot at a pro contract
✅ Why resourcefulness beats resources every time

🔥 Whether you're a parent, coach, athlete or entrepreneur, Luis's story is a masterclass in focus, resilience, and betting on yourself.

🎧 Tune in and ask yourself: How bad do you really want it?

⏱️ Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Luis Ruiz's Journey

06:30 Overcoming Adversity and Finding Focus

11:14 The Path to Professional Football

15:24 Life Lessons and the Importance of Skills

19:38 Holistic Development for Young Athletes

26:08 Overcoming Adversity and Self-Worth in Football

30:29 Transitioning to Coaching and Establishing an Academy

38:24 Teaching and Coaching at the University Level

45:16 Future Aspirations and Staying True to Oneself

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