🎙️ From Homeless at 12 to Pro Football Star | Luis Ruiz on Focus, Faith & Football | Transforming the Game PodcastHow 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 ListenIn 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?⏱️ Chapters00:00 Introduction to Luis Ruiz's Journey06:30 Overcoming Adversity and Finding Focus11:14 The Path to Professional Football15:24 Life Lessons and the Importance of Skills19:38 Holistic Development for Young Athletes26:08 Overcoming Adversity and Self-Worth in Football30:29 Transitioning to Coaching and Establishing an Academy38:24 Teaching and Coaching at the University Level45:16 Future Aspirations and Staying True to Oneself👇 WATCH NOW & SUBSCRIBE YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts🔗 beacons.ai/transformingthegame📲 Follow Luis Ruiz: 🌐 Website: www.ruizfootballacademy.com 📸 Instagram: @the_ruiz_story🌍 Connect with Kristina Katsanevas / Transforming the Game🔗 All links: ⁠https://beacons.ai/transformingthegame⁠ 🌐 Web: ⁠https://www.kristinakatsanevas.com⁠ 📸 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/kristinakatsanevas⁠ 📘 Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/kristina.katsanevas⁠ 📺 YouTube: Transforming the Game Podcast🎧 Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTubePlease subscribe, like and comment. Join the Transforming the Game Tribe. I really appreciate your time and support. 

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