Youth Athletes United

In this episode of Untold Franchise Stories with Carey Gille, Carey sits down with Super Soccer Stars franchisee Aji-Mallen Sanneh Mallensanneh to discuss her journey into franchising. Aji shares her "why," how she discovered Soccer Stars, and why it was the perfect fit for her family. ?? With a background in Global Health Aji was new to the world of franchising. For her, franchising offered a unique opportunity to explore business ownership with the security of a proven model, backed by a strong support system. ?? Listen now to hear the ??FULL PODCAST?? out on YouTube ?? https://hubs.la/Q03bRFyB0 #franchisefastlane #franchise #responsiblefranchising #SoccerStars

?? Score Big with a Super Soccer Stars Franchise! ? For over 25 years, Soccer Stars has been positively impacting kids through the game we all love. Now, we’re giving you the chance to bring this winning opportunity to your community! ? 100% mobile ? Multiple revenue streams ? No soccer experience needed—just a passion for working with kids! ? Proven systems & top-tier support to help you succeed ? Part of Youth Athletes United—the nation’s largest youth sports franchise platform ?? With strong unit economics, a fast launch timeline, and an extensive playbook for success, you can build a thriving business while making a difference in the lives of kids and families. ?? If you're ready to turn your passion for youth development into a scalable business, check out our brand page today! https://hubs.la/Q03bZBVg0 #franchisefastlane #franchise #responsiblefranchising #SoccerStars

Welcome Heath Luedde, Owner of Soccer Stars North Middlesex! ??? With over 40 years of experience playing, watching, and coaching soccer, Heath’s passion for the game runs deep. His background in sales, combined with 10 years of coaching youth soccer, made Soccer Stars the perfect fit for him. Heath knows firsthand how transformative soccer can be for kids—helping them develop teamwork, motor skills, and confidence while having fun! Now, as a franchise owner, he’s excited to bring high-quality youth soccer programs to North Middlesex. Join us in welcoming Heath to the Soccer Stars family! ??? Youth Athletes United John Erlandson Adam Geisler Bob Gibson Ruthie Brunner Jessica McLean Wes Graves Adam DeJong Franchise FastLane Paul Laudermilch

Welcome Steven Tanzi, Owner of Amazing Athletes St. Petersburg! ???? Steven has always had a passion for business, sports, and working with kids. From playing sports at the age of 4 to his first job at a preschool, he discovered early on the joy of helping children grow and develop. With 15 years of experience in the restaurant industry as both a manager and pastry chef, Steven honed his leadership, operations, and customer service skills. But his heart has always been in sports and making a difference in kids’ lives. Now, as the proud owner of Amazing Athletes St. Petersburg, Steven is excited to create a fun, safe environment where children can build confidence, strength, and a lifelong love for sports—all while giving back to the local community. Join us in welcoming Steven to the Amazing Athletes family! ???? #AmazingAthletes #YouthSports #EarlyChildhoodDevelopment Youth Athletes United Adam Geisler Paul Laudermilch Jared Taylor John Erlandson

I can’t believe it’s already been 2 weeks since we were in Houston seeing our good friends at FranChoice! It's always great to connect with everyone but more importantly to show our appreciation & gratitude for working together to change lives through business ownership ?? Here’s a little data peek at how strong the partnership between Super Soccer Stars & FranChoice has been over the last 2 years: FranChoice has sent 40% more T-Checks than any other network! ?? FranChoice has sent us 30% more qualified leads than any other network! ?? AND… FranChoice has more franchise placements with Soccer Stars than any other network!! ?? The numbers speak for themselves, but more importantly it's the hard working, committed, and intentional Consultant partners we have. A big shout out to my friends below who have helped Soccer Stars grow into 90 franchises across 154 territories (all open & operating!) over the past 2 years with Jessica McLean and I ?? Cheer’s to 2 more years of solid, responsible growth ?? Britt Schroeter Kelly Amshoff Anthony Scarda Kimberley Daly Tana Hutchinson David. Greenberg Marc Desormeaux Irving Chung Dru Carpenito Thomas M. Scarda, CFE Bruce Brady Conor Godfrey Another BIG shout out to Ben Rickord for getting into the space suit with me so we can take this rocket ship to the MOON!! ???? #entrepreneurship #businessownership #franchising #franchisedevelopment #growth #impact #youthenrichment #soccerstars #soccer

What's up, Franchise Family!!! I know many of you have seen the incredible growth of Soccer Stars over the last 2 years, and many of you have been by our side growing us to over 90 franchisees & over 160 territories! I can't thank you all enough for your support, hard work, and dedication to changing lives through business ownership ?? And the amazing outcome for our new business owners: more kids staying physically active!! ???? What's the #1 question I get as we continue to celebrate our passionate franchise partners changing kids lives? "WHAT'S LEFT, Coach Wessy G!?!" Well the answer is simple, PLENTY!! Here's a breakdown of the current HOT MARKETS, updates to come quarterly ?? ?? Learn More: Ready to explore the Soccer Stars Franchise opportunity? Reach out to us at [email protected] and let's discuss how you can make a meaningful impact while building a successful business. ???? #SoccerStarsImpact #FranchiseOpportunity #EmpowerKids #CommunityEnrichment #SoccerFamily #JoinOurTeam #entrepreneurship #businessownership #franchising #franchisedevelopment #growth #impact #youthsports #youthenrichment #soccerstars #soccer #community Jessica McLean Franchise FastLane Adam Geisler John Erlandson Bob Gibson Ruthie Brunner Paul Laudermilch

Welcome Tiger & Tammie Foote, Owners of Amazing Athletes RVA! ???? Tiger and Tammie Foote are excited to bring Amazing Athletes to the Richmond community, helping kids develop confidence, coordination, and a love for sports through fun, engaging programs. With extensive experience in business and leadership, they were drawn to Amazing Athletes for its commitment to youth development and comprehensive support for franchise owners. Now, they’re ready to make a lasting impact by providing high-quality sports enrichment programs for young athletes. Join us in welcoming Tiger and Tammie to the Amazing Athletes family! ???? Youth Athletes United Adam Geisler Paul Laudermilch Jared Taylor John Erlandson William Huffhine

Welcome Joseph Redmond, Owner of Soccer Stars Northridge-Newhall! ??? Joseph was drawn to the Soccer Stars mission to positively impact children’s lives through fun and educational soccer programs. With a background in science and years of experience in a hands-on field, he was looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in his community. Now, as the proud owner of Soccer Stars Northridge-Newhall, Joseph is excited to help kids build confidence, teamwork, and a love for the game—all in a supportive and engaging environment. Join us in welcoming Joseph to the Soccer Stars family! ??? Youth Athletes United John Erlandson Adam Geisler Bob Gibson Ruthie Brunner Jessica McLean Wes Graves Adam DeJong Franchise FastLane Paul Laudermilch

Welcome Connie Falcon, Owner of Soccer Stars NorthEast Houston! ??? Connie is passionate about helping kids develop confidence, teamwork, and a love for the game through fun, non-competitive soccer programs. She chose Soccer Stars for its commitment to teaching fundamentals in an engaging and supportive environment. Now, as a franchise owner, she’s excited to bring high-quality youth soccer programs to NorthEast Houston, making a positive impact on young athletes both on and off the field. Join us in welcoming Connie to the Soccer Stars family! ??? Youth Athletes United John Erlandson Adam Geisler Bob Gibson Ruthie Brunner Jessica McLean Wes Graves Adam DeJong Franchise FastLane Paul Laudermilch

Welcome Rashawn Thomas, Owner of Soccer Stars Greater Oklahoma City! ??? As a former professional athlete, Rashawn knows firsthand how sports shape character, build resilience, and teach valuable life skills that last a lifetime. When he discovered Soccer Stars, he immediately saw its potential to provide young athletes with benefits far beyond the game—boosting confidence, teamwork, and perseverance in a fun and engaging environment. Now, as a franchise owner, Rashawn is excited to bring high-quality youth soccer programs to the Greater OKC area, helping kids develop both on and off the field. His passion for mentoring young athletes and creating a positive impact in the community makes him a perfect fit for the Soccer Stars family! Join us in welcoming Rashawn and cheering him on in this new journey! ??? John Erlandson Adam Geisler Bob Gibson Ruthie Brunner Jessica McLean Wes Graves Adam DeJong Franchise FastLane Paul Laudermilch