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Before I came to the US I had a lot of doubts and fears about life here, away from family and friends. Also, I did not know how I would manage with my studies and language. Now, after a short period of time, I can say I made the right choice to get here I have the opportunity to meet amazing people from all over the world and learn about different cultures, plus I have the opportunity to get some help that I just need in order to succeed in school. The sports facilities – fitness rooms, treatment rooms and soccer fileds are of the highest standard. And the training team and medical staff are very professional and are always looking to contribute and help players get better. I could not ask for more.

I came to the United States about a year and a half ago, to experience a special combination of soccer, education and life in another country. The attitude athletes receive here is amazing, earning a bachelor’s degree and having a fantastic experience at the same time. Only over time, you understand the privilege you got to receive a scholarship, in return for doing what you love. Recommend to anyone who wants to have a special experience.

Without a doubt one of the most powerful experiences I have ever had, it is difficult to experience something like this in your own country, so I recommend to a lot of young players to go out and make this move, without a doubt life changing!

I can say that this step is the right step I have taken in my life. There is a clear difference between the length of life of an athlete in Israel and the United States and this can only be understood after a period here as a student and as a football player. It is hard to believe that this privilege is true at all. I remember coming to university for the first time, putting on sneakers and going for a run on campus. I could not believe I had four years in this crazy place. For several months now I have been waking up in the morning with a smile and can not wait to start the day that awaits me.

For those who still debating whether to go to American college or not, I highly recommend to try this experience, probably the biggest favor I could do for myself. American college lifestyle is a combination of professional soccer, high level academic studies, making new friends and getting tools for life.

The college experience for me is amazing and extraordinary. Something I have wanted to do all my life, to learn and play football. The facilities, studies, people, experiences, sporting and personal improvement is something I will take with me for many years to come. Hard work is a necessary in the process. Go and fulfill yourself!

After making some bad decisions in my career, the decision to go to college in the United States was the best thing I’ve ever done in my life, both in terms of soccer and of education and life. By far the greatest experience of my life thanks to the world-class facilities, US sports culture, high level education, people from every country in the world who have become good friends, and most importantly the enjoyment from soccer.

My decision to move to the US came from an understanding that soccer can help me get bigger things than just being a player. I am blessed to play the sport I love in a very high level, earn a bachelor’s degree, gain another language, meet people from all over the world and play and compete all over the US. I am now a better player and person and living everyday the privilege of studying and doing what I love the most.

I arrived to a foreign country without expectations and with a lot of questions about how my 4 year experience is going to be. I arrived to an amazing university with a super helpful and caring team, fitness facilities at the highest level, a professional training team and supportive of any problem I have. I’ve been exposed to a culture that supports and helps without limits, players who come from all over the world. My experience is highly recommended. Seriousness, discipline and academia are at a high level overall. I am very pleased and recommend to anyone who can do this and go through this experience, with all the games and flights and especially that you also earn a degree in the field you want.

Taking the bet and going to college is the hardest but best decision I’ve ever made. Conditions of European football, professionalism, intensity, high-level studies with personal treatment, and so many new friends and experiences along the way.

With all the doubts of leaving my family and friends, after the very first day at my college, I knew I took the right decision. With the help of all Horizon Life Sport team, I got everything I need to make the right decision about which college suits me. For me, the best part is the platform that let you combine perfectly soccer and academics.I made a lot of friends and experience from the time here and looking forward to continuing the adventure!

During my college career, I experienced great days on and off the field, goals, assists, championship celebrations and lots of beautiful memories. However, I also became very strong. I’ve faced challenges such as much colder weather and a completely different culture that allowed me to learn a lot about myself. Moving to the US, has allowed me to make a step forward in every way and I would recommend any player with a serious character who wants to take care of his future for this option that incorporates top-notch sports and academia.

Amazing experience! Studying in America and playing soccer while you can’t be better than that. Living alone away from family teaches you so much about yourself and prepares you for life.

The decision to come to the U.S was probably one of the best I’ve made. Pursuing a high education degree while practicing and playing at a high level was definitely a challenge, but now, after I’m done, I can say that this challenge shaped me to the man I am today. I’ve experienced some of the most amazing moments of my life on the field with my best friends, and many more great moments that will be memories I’ll have for ever off the field. As an Israeli kid who always dreamed about playing soccer, travel the world after my military service, but also promised my dad to get my Bachelors Degree, this opportunity was perfect as it combined all of them at once.

The decision to move to the United States and play in college is unequivocally the best decision I have made in my life. The opportunity to combine studies and soccer at a high level is amazing and should not be missed. I had a lot of concerns before the move, but I ended up in an amazing place with good people and all the conditions to succeed. I highly recommend for any athlete thinking about the transition!

The decision to go to college no doubt changed my life. I can not imagine how my life would look if I did not go to college. It’s hard to describe in words the tremendous improvement that has taken place in both my professional life (football) and in terms of personal development as a person. Being a student – athlete in a college at the United States is a tremendous privilege that I would warmly recommend to anyone who aspires to a high level.

The decision to leave everything and go to college is probably one of the most difficult decisions there is. After two years, I can say wholeheartedly that this is the best decision I made. I gained the opportunity to practice and play under conditions that you do not see in Israel and combine it with academic studies. In addition to all, life here is enjoyable and every day is an experience.

As someone who came to college with the main goal of advancing professionally in football, I get all the conditions I dreamed of as a young athlete – facilities, treatments, gyms and equipment at the highest level. Also academically, I did not imagine that I would get so much satisfaction from academic success, despite all the difficulties of studying a foreign language and getting out of my comfort zones on a daily basis. In one sentence, I feel like I’m taking care of my present and future at the same time.

When I came here, everything was different and strange at first, but my teammates and coaching staff were there to help me acclimatize with everything I needed. My English has improved and my studies are only getting better. As far as football is concerned, I’m in an amazing team that only wants to win every possible title, facilities of a high standard and all the means to success. Most of the players in the team are players from foreign countries and that is what connects us all, traveling endlessly together and growing more and more by the minute. I’m glad I got to where I am and I’m sure it’ll be even get better later on.

A special and especially challenging experience. Requires you to be mentally strong and not to give up in moments of being down. I strongly recommend.

One of the most difficult decisions I had to take, turned out to be the best one. Combining studies and soccer at high-level, meeting people from all over the world and absorb new cultures, it’s a journey where every day you learn something new that makes you stronger and builds you up to the day after college. The expectations from a student-athletic are very high. You’re expected to be almost perfect at every training session, game, lesson or test. It is a lifetime experience – so anyone who has the opportunity, I suggest you take it with two hands, you will not regret, promise!

Leave everything and go into the unknown is always difficult, but after only a short time everything becomes a dream. This is a perfect example that hard work does pays off at the end. This is a combination of studies and soccer at a high level with a lot of opportunities to get as far as possible. Just an amazing experience. I recommend to anyone who wants and can, go for it.

I got to college for the first time, and I had no idea how big it was here. The facilities here are top notch, better than the highest levels in the country, a wide coaching staff at excellent level. The studies here are excellent, very considerate with athletes and trying to help with anything you need. Simply incredible!

Before coming to college, I was very worried about all the difficulties I would face. If it is in terms of language and football, but I can say that all my worries disappeared as soon as I arrived. This is by far, one of the best things that ever happened to me. I was very surprised at the level of football, in addition to the fact that you know people from different countries, only heighten the experience.

I did not imagine that I would arrive to the US and recieve the best conditions one could have, whether it be educational or professional (football).An experience that cannot be described in words, anyone who wants to combine school and football, this is the best decision he could make.This is my first year in the United States and I feel like I’ve been here for ten years. My connection and acclimatization here are unimaginable.

I recommend that each player take this opportunity with both hands. It is not an easy step to decide to leave everything, family and friends and move to another country. But, the moment you make that switch and make it 100 percent it’s worth it. In terms of football conditions – you get the best cover that can be, medically – treatments, and ice baths. And from an academic point of view, we receive tutoring and the teachers here are very helpful to the athletes. I could not ask for more!Ultimately, the main goal is to graduate with a bachelor’s degree.

Leave everything and go into the unknown is always hard, but for me it was one of the easiest decisions I have ever took. From the first moment I heard about the possibility of going to play football in combination of studies in the United States, I did not think twice and just took it with both hands. The combination of an student – athlete at the highest level that causes you to do things you did not know. You get to know people and new cultures and learn every day and experiencing something new. This experience is incredible, I highly recommend to anyone who wants to go, take it with both hands.

After lengthy processes, studies, hard work and months of anticipation I went to college. I kept trying to imagine how it worked, but I was not really ready. Already after half a year and despite Covid-19 disrupting I am sure: this is the best and wisest decision I have ever made in my life. I’m thrilled by the level of organization, order and cleanliness of the campus. Team members come from all over the world and create an amazing atmosphere in and out of the locker room. The professors are attentive and interesting, and the staff is always happy to help. One of the biggest benefits is the mobility from place to place, the distance between all the facilities (dining room, dormitory, lot, and classrooms) is up to 5 minutes walk from one to the other. There is no doubt that in the first weeks there is difficulty and need to adapt to a new culture and place, but other than that anyone who wants to advance as a footballer, athlete, student and shape his personality as a person and experience a tremendous experience I highly recommend taking this step.

The transition to the United States as it turned out as one of the best decisions I got. Every day I enjoy soccer at a high level, academic studies and everyday culture is different. I’m exposed and experience some great things, that I probably would not have if given up this opportunity.

Last July, I joined Santa Barbara City College in California and the dream became a reality. I enjoy every moment and everything I go through, a crazy experience and I’m glad I’m there.

Soccer wise the level of professionalism is at the highest level and it starts with the smallest things that in Israel, not consider them important. (clothing, shoes, ice baths, physiotherapy, energy drinks before and after workouts, diet neat). In away games that requires long trips we sleep at quality hotels, stop eating in restaurants all the team together for bonding. An amazing experience! School wise, everything begins and ends with your approach. If you’ll work hard, you’ll succeed. Overall, I’m having a great time and feel I got the most correct decision about my future.

The transition to college in the United States is the biggest and most meaningful step in my life. Step turned out to be the best for me. This transition led me to understand that I can do anything. It is not easy to leave your family and friends at home, but when I came here, I met lifelong friends from different cultures, that have become like family. The combination of a soccer and school is amazing. I get the best conditions for success, nothing like in Israel. Living the dream!

Coming to the U.S and leaving my family behind, was not a easy decision but it is something that I never regret. The opportunity that I have been given in college soccer has been amazing, getting a high level education and playing in a high level of football as well. The facilities are amazing and the treatment that the staff give to the student-athletes is the best one. It’s something that make you feel like home. Getting to know new cultures and learning a new language, is something that has made me grow up a lot as a person. And competing in a high level and in good facilities has made me grow up as a player.

The move to college is something that goes with many aspects. If it’s in soccer, the facilities are top level and the level of training that is different from Israel. From the social point of view, I met friends who are like brothers that I know will help with no matter when and where and most importantly it is the studies, which at first is a bit difficult, but after the semester ended I looked back and realized that this was an experience I would not have experienced anywhere else. This is by far the most important step I have made and I recommend everyone to do it.

Since coming to college, I understand how correct the decision was to arrive here. I understand how fun it is to meet new friends from all over the world, play football abroad, win college fame for being an athlete and at the same time combine studying. Simply incredible!

Going to college has been the best decision I have ever made in my life. The soccer level is very high, and the expectations for a student athlete are very high as well. You have to work hard on and off the field to prove yourself. It can be harsh sometimes; being far from your family and friends, the different language and finding the balance between soccer and school. However, the positive side of college overshadows all challenges; and, yes, it is just like the movies!

When I heard about the possibility of combining studies and soccer, immediately I jumped at the chance. I left the country, family and friends, and started a major challenge in my life. Longing are many, but once you know you are able to take advantage of your skills on both the athletic and academic levels, you feel enormous satisfaction and the sacrifice is very worthwhile.

The experience in the US is amazing. You can not understand it until you’re here. I had many thoughts of how to leave your family and be in a different place with a different culture and a different language. The level of soccer and training is very high and the coaches are professionals in every respect. The social side is amazing, at first you need to explain people that Israel is different from what they see on TV, and after a couple of weeks, they want to come visit. In general, I’m extremely happy and would recommend people to take this step. This is an amazing step that will greatly contribute my future.

Playing soccer in American college is a dream come true. It is all different here: The language, atmosphere and high level of professionalism makes it a great joy and satisfaction playing soccer here. There are things and experiences I will take with me to the rest of my life like meeting new people from all over the world and living in the dorms; which is just like in the movies. If I could, I would have stretched this life period over ten years.

The toughest decision I have ever made, ended up being the best and most influential of my life. Having countless experiences with amazing people from all over the world has shaped my life to who I am today. I’m grateful for having this wonderful life-experience and without a doubt would have made the same decision over again.