Why I Never Went Pro? - The Story of My Soccer/Football Career

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  • @Soccerreviewsforyou
    @Soccerreviewsforyou  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1017

    The point of this video was to tell my story. My story isn't yours. You should absolutely aspire to be as successful as possible, and work as hard as you can to achieve those goals. If that happens to be becoming a pro, go for it. That should never change. My decisions were based on my situation at the time, and I felt was the best move for myself moving forward. Was that the right call, I think so, but that's life, it's all about the choices you make. My advice is definitely to chase your dreams, but do so with hard work, dedication and a level of self awareness. Take chances in life, but also be fairly certain that the odds are in your favor. That's the way I see life and how I go about making the decisions that I make. Thanks for watching.

    • @jayksonmetaute8392
      @jayksonmetaute8392 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is amazing, Josh!

    • @PSYDEN159
      @PSYDEN159 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      You should pin this!

    • @treywyatt8917
      @treywyatt8917 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ur my favorite TH-camr and I wish I had like yours!

    • @805CentralCoast
      @805CentralCoast 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      is it worth it save up sum money and go to europe and play divison 3 football? btw im 19 and im not as good as once was but im currently working on that only thing i lack in my play is my speed and stamina appaprently once your considered an adult you should watch what you eat lol i regret eating pizza every weekend and over eating like a fatass

    • @callumkempshall3339
      @callumkempshall3339 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Soccer Reviews For You I started playing when I was 14 in centre back but being fast and a good shot I was placed on the left wing and two years later I have football trials for big teams. Practice makes perfect

  • @alden1715
    @alden1715 7 ปีที่แล้ว +648

    Seeing you as a kid is weird. I thought you were just born 4 years ago as a fully grown 20 year old man.

    • @Neuer2777
      @Neuer2777 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Lmao

    • @nathan_w9236
      @nathan_w9236 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      the sponsor was Tim Horton's too, definitely Canada

    • @haiderzaidi5551
      @haiderzaidi5551 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I had to read that 3 or 4 times because it made no sense

    • @PrimeChosenOne
      @PrimeChosenOne 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same here mann, I’m 20 years old and I watch him since I was 14 back in 2014. And I used to watch him all the time and I used to watch EpicSoccer Training guy too. Now I thought Josh stop doing videos but now I see that he still does makes me go back to the simple days

  • @nikolaefthymiou3160
    @nikolaefthymiou3160 7 ปีที่แล้ว +133

    I was super shocked to find out that I'm actually from the exact same city as you and I know exactly the store u worked at as I am applying to work there.... small world Josh

    • @DzmxgeEU
      @DzmxgeEU 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      And you support gunners

  • @Soccerreviewsforyou
    @Soccerreviewsforyou  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1956

    Because you're not good enough...

    • @faisalmallah2753
      @faisalmallah2753 7 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Soccer Reviews For You love your vids

    • @AceChampElite
      @AceChampElite 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Soccer Reviews For You first

    • @Diego-he1ku
      @Diego-he1ku 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Soccer Reviews For You lol

    • @idob8589
      @idob8589 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Trust me. You are

    • @Soccerreviewsforyou
      @Soccerreviewsforyou  7 ปีที่แล้ว +100

      Just figured I'd get that comment out of the way.

  • @dannyspursuit1659
    @dannyspursuit1659 7 ปีที่แล้ว +853

    Josh shattering dreams with this video lmao.

    • @HaloFourthMrHaloAgent
      @HaloFourthMrHaloAgent 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Daniel Pineda 😂😂😂

    • @williamghazal
      @williamghazal 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Daniel Pineda Hahaha so true😂😂

    • @XxChuyoxX
      @XxChuyoxX 7 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      Daniel Pineda
      It's good so all these teenagers watching his channel can be realistic with themselves.

    • @morganfreeman8230
      @morganfreeman8230 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      XxChuyoxX i have always been realistsic since i know life isnt fair and can be harsh.

    • @imeheffiong9649
      @imeheffiong9649 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      In England it’s different

  • @nickygratta5970
    @nickygratta5970 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I'm from Toronto, Canada and what he's saying is completely true. I'm 22 and have played with so many talented players other than myself who should have go pro but there is just a lack of scouts and infrastructure for professional sports here other than hockey and other winter sports like skiing and snowboarding.

  • @hassanhannawi1767
    @hassanhannawi1767 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Hello vujojosh I'm 19 years old now and I remember watching your videos when I was in the 7th and 8th grade everyday. I'm very happy to see you at almost half a million subs! Congrats and keep up the encouraging work.

  • @msn_7156
    @msn_7156 7 ปีที่แล้ว +707

    I feel like there are some good players that are not pros that are actually better than pros

    • @moseskodwiw9876
      @moseskodwiw9876 6 ปีที่แล้ว +101

      Agree because there are people out there that are really good but are not given a chance.

    • @ayremaster5000
      @ayremaster5000 6 ปีที่แล้ว +80

      That applies to everything, there's always someone better.

    • @georgeanderson9106
      @georgeanderson9106 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Lukaku

    • @Water-ym3ew
      @Water-ym3ew 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      MAD LAD no shit

    • @OrganicFarmingwithAllan
      @OrganicFarmingwithAllan 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      me of course

  • @idob8589
    @idob8589 7 ปีที่แล้ว +402

    You may not be a pro footballer...
    But you are a pro youtuber 😊❤️

    • @JfaJosephR9
      @JfaJosephR9 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      LOL you three are asshats^^^

    • @TBOP8
      @TBOP8 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      fuck ass nigga

    • @analog-s2x
      @analog-s2x 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      pretty sure being a pro youtuber is more an insult than compliment

  • @jesushuerta9766
    @jesushuerta9766 7 ปีที่แล้ว +863

    Only ogs remember his hockey channel

  • @telugens.857
    @telugens.857 7 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    My career: I started as a forward, average player, scores a goal every few games. One time, I wanted to try keeper. I made one amazing save, and I started to play keeper a LOT more

    • @willterronez7705
      @willterronez7705 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Teluggage S I’ve played club for about 3 years and I’ve scored
      1 goal
      And
      I’ve been playing since
      I was 4
      And I’m
      12

  • @dannyspursuit1659
    @dannyspursuit1659 7 ปีที่แล้ว +784

    The thumbnail though... 85????? Nahhhh my boi Josh is a solid 99 with a 299 shot and 150 dribble.

    • @firstnamelastname9919
      @firstnamelastname9919 7 ปีที่แล้ว +56

      Daniel Pineda he deserves 597 Physical... look at those biceps

    • @dannyspursuit1659
      @dannyspursuit1659 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Firstname Lastname for real tho

    • @christopherchan5245
      @christopherchan5245 7 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Daniel Pineda 999999999 finishing and explanation

    • @dutty2920
      @dutty2920 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Christopher Chan Hahahaha

    • @hihi-fi8by
      @hihi-fi8by 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      His shots must be the most powerfull in fifa or pes
      Pls not start pes vs fifa war

  • @NoobKreeper
    @NoobKreeper 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2603

    Who else started playing soccer/football to late?

    • @bjornschonewille4557
      @bjornschonewille4557 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      NoobKreeper yupp

    • @kevin-vq3ph
      @kevin-vq3ph 7 ปีที่แล้ว +120

      NoobKreeper I started playing at 13 I’m 15 now

    • @eamonnnye1033
      @eamonnnye1033 7 ปีที่แล้ว +300

      NoobKreeper there is no such thing as starting "late" unless you're already in your twenties or older, drogba started playing soccer seriously when he was 15 and look where he ended up

    • @julianpaiz2436
      @julianpaiz2436 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      HyperVenom ! Same

    • @julianpaiz2436
      @julianpaiz2436 7 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      HyperVenom ! But I have became the worst player on the team to the top 5 best players on my team in a 2 year span

  • @DohertyT2319
    @DohertyT2319 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Josh this makes me so happy. No lie I have been watching for about 5 years. You're the best keep it up man

  • @olveraeric6260
    @olveraeric6260 7 ปีที่แล้ว +99

    Smart guy very realistic... he's not crushing dreams he's being honest people can't be to set on becoming pro if it's not realistic.

    • @fakedat9233
      @fakedat9233 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Clothing Fits it’s not realistic if you don’t make it realistic if someone trains 10 hours everyday and everyone else only trains 4 I think it’s more than realistic

    • @donhouston916
      @donhouston916 6 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      who tf trains 1o hrs a day

    • @iBoxMan123
      @iBoxMan123 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Fake DAT if you train 10 hours a day you won’t make it because your body is going to get destroyed lol

    • @manciajr2805
      @manciajr2805 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@iBoxMan123 you clearly haven't seen son heung-min's story

    • @hmt-0764
      @hmt-0764 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@manciajr2805 not everyone is son

  • @JerryNeutron
    @JerryNeutron 7 ปีที่แล้ว +406

    lol damn dude you're only 24! I thought you were like late 20s/early 30s

  • @sachinrampersaud3425
    @sachinrampersaud3425 7 ปีที่แล้ว +596

    I always bought josh was a 34 year old Russian

    • @akghost34
      @akghost34 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Sachin Rampersaud - lol but not the worst assumption

    • @ilazycake2666
      @ilazycake2666 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      He's got hairy arms and the physique but the face is so Canadian

    • @biggyboi8130
      @biggyboi8130 6 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      I thought he was black.

    • @lafeinte1084
      @lafeinte1084 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      How tf does he look Russian

    • @fazebot2405
      @fazebot2405 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      *thought

  • @basedchad1416
    @basedchad1416 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I JUST SPENT AN ENTIRE SEASON IN GOAL AND I'M A MIDFIELDER, I FEEL YOUR PAIN!

  • @lukmandarboe5717
    @lukmandarboe5717 7 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    Jamie vardy was a pro at 28 years old so why cant you
    Good luck in future

    • @ivy8483
      @ivy8483 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Lukman Darboe Jamie Vardy worked insanely he skipped a lot of holidays to just train and train which is dangerous because you don’t know how your body will respond

    • @LynnyrdRavage
      @LynnyrdRavage 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Lukman Darboe One example out of thousands of people? That doesn’t fit for everyone.

    • @sipwoqlc6699
      @sipwoqlc6699 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The36thAmbassador GSM if one person can do it why cant you?

    • @rohilthomson
      @rohilthomson 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@sipwoqlc6699 😂 okay there's only one Jeff Bezos and millions of broke people... why can't they do it?😂🤦🏻‍♂️

    • @victoramani4913
      @victoramani4913 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes i like you

  • @mackenzieb4072
    @mackenzieb4072 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hey Josh, you're bang on about how things are in Canada. I actually had a somewhat similar soccer career growing up (although I grew up in Saskatchewan, where ,of course, there's even less opportunity than Ontario). You can be the best player in the whole top league of your province and never get looked at by any sort of pro club. scouts just seem to not be as much of a thing, and of course it's increasing every day, but we're still miles behind other countries.

  • @mikec5619
    @mikec5619 7 ปีที่แล้ว +151

    Josh, you should post videos of you playing on your Adult league. You have excellent shooting, but would be nice to see you playing in an actual game. Maybe you can mix game play and boot reviews together.

    • @Soccerreviewsforyou
      @Soccerreviewsforyou  7 ปีที่แล้ว +61

      The issue with posting game footage is getting permission from every person that could potentially be on camera. With no permission, the video could get taken down and my channel put in danger. That's just not a risk I'm willing to take.

    • @jasonkim9929
      @jasonkim9929 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      blur them out

    • @TheArsenal21
      @TheArsenal21 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      jason kim that would take a while

    • @PACKTdotSPACE
      @PACKTdotSPACE 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Soccer Reviews For You create an alternate channel

    • @juanpadilla3613
      @juanpadilla3613 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Soccerreviewsforyou why not ask your opponents and team players and refs if they allow you to record while you are Playing??

  • @nathanmiller3758
    @nathanmiller3758 7 ปีที่แล้ว +247

    You didn't GoPro because you went DSLR

  • @Kiaboys392
    @Kiaboys392 7 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Who else remembers wen he didn't show his face in his videos, your an og

  • @chrisvincent778
    @chrisvincent778 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Not gunna lie, there is something so satisfying watching a smaller TH-camr who used to be quite reserved and shy on camera become far more confident
    I've noticed this a lot recently with josh how in the past year or two that he is far more funny and more enthusiastic then he used to be, throwing in jokes into his video whilst still keeping it professional
    Keep up the good work josh

  • @martinez12316
    @martinez12316 7 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    You're 100% right about the gap between an amateur player and a professional player (or aspiring professional). I played against L.A. Galaxy's Gyasi Zardes shortly before he hit the starting 11 at some pick up game. That guy is INSANELY fast pretty much destroyed my confidence that game.
    Once you black you never go back.

    • @losbuffelhermanos
      @losbuffelhermanos 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      martinez12316 i

    • @mr.fettesq.7705
      @mr.fettesq.7705 6 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Lots of people think their good enough to go pro in their own head. Until they actual go up against top class talent. Most people don't realise how mediocre they actually are. Most athletes, professional ones and D1 college caliber are gym freaks and athletic freaks. If your not already naturally gifted...Then you probably aren't making it.

    • @silverdiver7434
      @silverdiver7434 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      martinez12316 Maybe you are too slow dude

    • @kangss5276
      @kangss5276 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Zardes isn't even that fast tho

  • @arturocevalloslinares3413
    @arturocevalloslinares3413 7 ปีที่แล้ว +143

    This is like my dreamed TH-cam video

  • @TheRookyMarky
    @TheRookyMarky 7 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Going pro is damn near impossible. It's awesome to try the best you can for the love of the game,but never beat yourself up for it making it.

    • @quinnvogel904
      @quinnvogel904 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      RookyMarky that’s the hard truth but a hell of a dream to chase

    • @hmt-0764
      @hmt-0764 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hard for you

  • @adrianledezma9802
    @adrianledezma9802 7 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    I don't wanna be a pro soccer player, I wanna be a Josh

    • @ag6981
      @ag6981 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Adrian Ledezma lmao I love this

    • @shitakemyshrooms1928
      @shitakemyshrooms1928 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Adrian Ledezma This comment needs more likes

  • @Boristien405
    @Boristien405 7 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    Lmao it'd be hilarious if this was a 15 second video talking about how you just weren't good enough and now your here 😂

  • @johnhalsall1407
    @johnhalsall1407 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome to see you make a video like this. been watching the channel since back when the nitrocharges were the newest boots on the market, a longggg time ago. it's been great to see you gain more confidence over the years, making better and better videos, keep up the great content man.

  • @fitxnlee
    @fitxnlee 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Could not agree more when you talked about the skill gap when you play in a men's league and professional players. But regardless of the outcome, I support you, your channel and passion towards football Josh!

  • @ClassicGainz
    @ClassicGainz 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I understand you Josh, im correctly a manager at a restaurant franchise, had many opportunities to try out for D1 and D2 college but needed money, i like how real you are man

  • @hafizhamidon
    @hafizhamidon 7 ปีที่แล้ว +166

    Have you ever thought of coaching a team?

    • @Soccerreviewsforyou
      @Soccerreviewsforyou  7 ปีที่แล้ว +112

      I did the coaching thing for about 4 years. I like it, but I don't have the time for it anymore.

    • @kickandblock
      @kickandblock 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Hafiz read that as cocaine

    • @Tophiachuuu
      @Tophiachuuu 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Andrik Cazares "cocaine a team" doesnt even make snese so how did you get tricked....

    • @teergeret
      @teergeret 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yamaha Life he's talking about the second comment obviously and i like what he's doing....

    • @bubbagump_shrimp
      @bubbagump_shrimp 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      DontF***WithMyRanchu dummy

  • @kieranryan7625
    @kieranryan7625 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Its crazy how similar our stories are haha. I mean literally everything from when you started playing all the way up until you finished your semester of college/university. Congrats on your channel growing, been here since the beginning

  • @Duzidan
    @Duzidan 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Had good grades at school, did all his work, probably could've gone to an amazing college; nope, instead becomes a successful youtuber. That is Josh for you ladies and gentlemen ❤️

  • @JfaJosephR9
    @JfaJosephR9 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    On behalf of most of the viewers, I really enjoyed this personal type video. Really helps us feel more connected to you in a way. Thumbs up

  • @frank609
    @frank609 7 ปีที่แล้ว +173

    It's never to late

    • @Amljdbehs
      @Amljdbehs 7 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      FrankThaTank Yeah it is....

    • @dannyspursuit1659
      @dannyspursuit1659 7 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      FrankThaTank That quote is almost always false for sports.

    • @williamhendriks1982
      @williamhendriks1982 7 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      FrankThaTank tell that to my grandad😂

    • @danyDesigns
      @danyDesigns 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It's never too late.. Atleast until you are 40 years old, lol..

    • @shayylol
      @shayylol 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Bruh BRUH

  • @eriktrejo6635
    @eriktrejo6635 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    my dad told me a story once about a local player in his village who got scouted by a mexican soccer team ...Pumas he went on and played 2 professional games in wich he scored a total of 5 goals against 2 big clubs, long story short he wasnt praised and got over looked , the club let him go because he couldnt afford to fund himself for his camps and trips, it usually not the players fault at most cases , it could be some sort of politics or favoritism perhaps.

  • @vrk1131
    @vrk1131 6 ปีที่แล้ว +290

    He looks like KaKa

    • @theylivewesee1674
      @theylivewesee1674 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      he looks like Drake from the uncharted game series

    • @alexisortubia2852
      @alexisortubia2852 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      yeah but he is the real caca

    • @JP-wm1cc
      @JP-wm1cc 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      VRK - He does not look like shit 😡

    • @okaeri80
      @okaeri80 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He looks more like Suarez

    • @cr7king179
      @cr7king179 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Underrated Comment😂🤙

  • @fikretadesse3913
    @fikretadesse3913 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Josh, it seemed as if you summed up my life. I think a lot of kids go through the same life obstacles and thoughts in high school, I for sure made the right decision by focusing on school. Btw been a fan since way back in the days I had aspirations of being a pro player long gone now lol. Keep up the great work bro.

  • @slamm674
    @slamm674 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Albert Einstein once said “Time is an illusion”
    It’s never too late

  • @darkphoenixoo
    @darkphoenixoo 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude love your videos, and is great to see a Canadian that loves football almost as much as hockey.
    Would love to see you post some new hockey vids as there isn't enough TH-camrs for ice hockey and yours are on point.

  • @DanielLopez-ef8or
    @DanielLopez-ef8or 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    holy crap, i've watched your vids for like the last 4 years and today i learned im 20 days older than you.

  • @naim.raisss
    @naim.raisss 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your story is very inspiring Josh! Whatever in the past made where you are today and I say it's a success. The channel is awesome, keep it up Josh!

  • @sebbo9449
    @sebbo9449 7 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    You look like Asensio with that beard my man

  • @alexanderhagh6271
    @alexanderhagh6271 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    notice how he keeps eye contact thru out the whole video and that it is no cuts, really well made video, keep up the good work josh

  • @kevin-vq3ph
    @kevin-vq3ph 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Guys my season just ended today and I scored 20 goals😜🔥🔥

  • @wardhouse9342
    @wardhouse9342 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I recently joined the West Brom academy and this video really inspired me

  • @BidderForb
    @BidderForb 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I can relate so much to this video...thank you for sharing.

  • @dakirbyguy06
    @dakirbyguy06 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your videos have come a loooong way!

  • @ethankhou7828
    @ethankhou7828 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Josh you should post highlights of yourself each game playing in the men's league

  • @ujwalsharma5667
    @ujwalsharma5667 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sometimes things don't go as per plan brother but still you have achieved a lot by your abilities. You are running one of the best soccer review channels on TH-cam. Keep up the good work.

  • @gch8810
    @gch8810 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Cheers mate!

  • @chanchaniceman
    @chanchaniceman 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video as always and the content always gets better as the years go on

  • @franciscomartinez4511
    @franciscomartinez4511 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Do a boot review of your youth cleats!?!

  • @blacksyren
    @blacksyren 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wise decision, Josh. Glad that you're here doing what you like.

  • @Tadhg.lifts.
    @Tadhg.lifts. 7 ปีที่แล้ว +118

    I started at 13 I'm still 13

    • @CaillouXO
      @CaillouXO 7 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      Agent Club legend

    • @Tadhg.lifts.
      @Tadhg.lifts. 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      How

    • @lilkangaroo5942
      @lilkangaroo5942 7 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      I started at 5 yrs old at indoor soccer then at 8 i started playing turf soccer and at 14 rn im playing in at the varsity team of my high school
      And im getting scouted im from us but mexican i have double nationality beacause i leave in the border and Tigres Uanl wants me for the university
      And also for their c team. Wish me luck

    • @LazarusProductions7
      @LazarusProductions7 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      you can do it man, keep going.

    • @lukelaw8981
      @lukelaw8981 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      El Marciano De las Cumbias nice

  • @ivansantamaria3905
    @ivansantamaria3905 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOSH!!! I ran into this video idk why. I have swimming practice at 7:30 and it's currently 12:30AM. Im listening at @1:30 and I was like "JANUARY 21?"
    Isn't today the 20'th?
    But that yesterday I guess lmao.
    Happy BIRTHDAY!!!!💪❤✌

  • @harrynolan4864
    @harrynolan4864 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I do not think he is bad but people don't understand the ability of pro players it's a lot harder then people think

  • @jacobfederici3710
    @jacobfederici3710 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Its soooo hard to get into travel/academy soccer when you start late. Dont doubt yourself and wait a few years because its hard to replace someone who's already well connected to the team

  • @abdalleali5005
    @abdalleali5005 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Too sad my parents and family doesn't like soccer :(

    • @gtaylor9218
      @gtaylor9218 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's ok..dont let that stop you mate..its proper football to be fair though

  • @randonwilston
    @randonwilston 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I grew up in middle of no where Pennsylvania played in premier league in upstate NY (highest level at the time) from 10-18, played ODP in upstate NY for 3 years scored against Ontario team actually, had 112 goals in HS, wanted to play in college so I went D3 so I could play all 4 years was injured 2 of the years ( dislocated elbow, 17 stitches altogether, broken nose, ACL a year after college) still had 15 goals and wouldn’t change it for the world. Going pro is hard and to me I played because it was fun which is probably why I was so good

  • @mc5819
    @mc5819 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You speak very well. You should find some subject for a ted talk presentation. 👍

  • @chenhaoxu2092
    @chenhaoxu2092 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Josh I just want to say i love your content and keep up the hard work

  • @lachiva4514
    @lachiva4514 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    That FIFA card tho👀👀

  • @instant1670
    @instant1670 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Even tho your soccer career didn't take off you made the best boot reviews Best Football boot Channel in my opinion in the end it was all worth it

  • @brandonmeribe9704
    @brandonmeribe9704 7 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    If you were a pro player and u had the chance to sign for Adidas new balance Nike or puma what would I choose

    • @josedelarosa8258
      @josedelarosa8258 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Addidas all the way ☝

    • @Ingridhubby
      @Ingridhubby 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Jose De La Rosa Adidas ftw

    • @AncientSpirit.
      @AncientSpirit. 7 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      I'm pretty sure in one video he said basically the company that offers the most money

    • @erichardson0243
      @erichardson0243 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Nike

    • @everydayfootball1865
      @everydayfootball1865 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Brandon Meribe Nik

  • @pfabs2779
    @pfabs2779 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man, your story is a carbon copy of mine, even the Ontario Canada part. I became an Electrician in the end, lol. Just wanted to say thanks for your reviews because I just bought a pair of X18.1 from your website. Keep up the good work!

  • @jr74752games
    @jr74752games 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    There is this guy in my team with super wide feet who is a massive ronaldo fan-boy so he got Cr7 superflys 2 and a half sizes up....

    • @fidelruiz
      @fidelruiz 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Albus holy fuck

  • @mariov7021
    @mariov7021 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fellow Canadian from Toronto. Great story and also sympathetic to the Canadian Soccer scene. Always in need of players on my men's league

  • @jashpoonatar2408
    @jashpoonatar2408 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Do a vlog where you play ice hockey

  • @JuanRodriguez-mj8xl
    @JuanRodriguez-mj8xl 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    First time watching your channel and couple of vids, awesome stuff man like the reviews on products and personal info. Most def gonna keep tuned in!

  • @bryanignacio7103
    @bryanignacio7103 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Who else plays last man or defense

  • @TheMelchoir
    @TheMelchoir 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the share Josh, good for you to have the courage to follow your passion and decision. Could not have been easy to do, as there are plenty of naysayers.

  • @ΚωνσταντίνοςΞίπας
    @ΚωνσταντίνοςΞίπας 7 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Nice and interesting story!!!👍👍👍⚽⚽⚽

  • @kingbillaa1280
    @kingbillaa1280 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    In England you get scouted by clubs and you stay with them until your 16 and then they either offer you a contract or release you and send you to exit trials -- it would’ve been easier for you to go pro in England

  • @Caradepapa9
    @Caradepapa9 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I haven't started yet, I don't even know what I'm doing here

    • @ag6981
      @ag6981 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Caradepapa9 LOOOOL

  • @mkme2358
    @mkme2358 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I grew up in Canada, there isn't enough good coaching, you had to figure out everything for yourself and by the time you do, too much time has been wasted. (20 years ago). I was probably one of the best pickup players in Toronto. The physical side of soccer really takes a lot of physical talent too, even if you have speed, can you take the hit and can you play just as well with slide tackles and playing injured are big factors. I played in NYC as well I think the players are better in USA.

  • @bradyvolstad796
    @bradyvolstad796 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    How does this man stand so long?

    • @Soccerreviewsforyou
      @Soccerreviewsforyou  7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Is standing for 15 minutes really that impressive?

    • @futbol3995
      @futbol3995 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Soccer Reviews For You yes

  • @JustKnuckleIt
    @JustKnuckleIt 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great explanation! I can tell just by watching you practice that you were a great player. I'm 13 right now playing center back and want to get into a scoring position as well. I would say that you made the right decisions, I hope I can have a similar job to what you do or did. TH-cam and working at a soccer store. I like these style videos!

  • @sebastianb9997
    @sebastianb9997 7 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    Are u a tfc fan because I am and also I live in Toronto

  • @SpenRDA
    @SpenRDA 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    As long as you're happy, that's all that matters in the end ;)

  • @notnormal7162
    @notnormal7162 7 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    I can connect so much with you in this video

  • @droppedmycap1594
    @droppedmycap1594 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    U don't have to doubt yourself. Just train, improve and strive for greatness

  • @williamghazal
    @williamghazal 7 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I live in germany and it's also a huge dream for me to be a pro, and i have one question: Are opportunities meant to come to me or can i just choose to get a trial at the club of where i live?
    Thank you for the video, keep up the great work👍🏻

    • @0julius0
      @0julius0 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      William Ghazal Endlich auch mal ein Deutscher den man hier antrifft 😀

    • @williamghazal
      @williamghazal 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Julius Dalferth haha ja endlich😄

    • @Ribdog
      @Ribdog 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      William Ghazal mein kampf

    • @jamiecurran1628
      @jamiecurran1628 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think you have to play for your local team or whoever you play for the, scouts come(might) and if they think you are good they take you for a trial and that's how it starts

  • @Kirsty_McKay
    @Kirsty_McKay 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Not sure about anyone else but I found this very interesting. Thanks for sharing Josh.

  • @txxdavid
    @txxdavid 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hey Josh, we have the same birthday lol

  • @LapoftheWorld
    @LapoftheWorld 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice background and healthy outlook; gives some context to your channel. I "rudy-ed" my way through division III college ball in the U.S. and briefly trained with a "Regionalliga" (4th dvi) team in Germany before giving in to my case of OSB and focusing on driving cars instead. I strongly suspect you're better than I was, and could have probably at least made a living playing in Europe (as even their 2nd/3rd div teams pay well enough to sustain). While I wouldn't trade the experiences for anything, in hindsight I'd have been smart to stop after highschool....several injuries avoided, and delusions of football grandeur intact :)

  • @daviddrake382
    @daviddrake382 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Are you planning on reviewing the Puma 365 Ignite Netfit Indoor Shoes?

  • @brandongarcia331
    @brandongarcia331 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    josh being a pro or not, i think that the career he has (SR4U) is still a dream come true.

  • @ashleyquadros607
    @ashleyquadros607 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Where's the shooting series??

  • @SiNsCere1100
    @SiNsCere1100 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Shout out from Hamilton Ontario man. I was born in Jamaica, but I grew up in Canada and still reside here. Canada's definitely not a football country and it's sad, we love hockey and ignore everything else pretty much.Hopefully sometime in the near future they decide to invest more in football and kids that love football. Still love Canada 🍁 🍁

  • @simaosalad
    @simaosalad 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Ronaldo wasn't the best player in his team as a youngster. Ricardo Quaresma was far more talented than Ronaldo, and yet take a look at their careers. Ronaldo is 33,3% talent 66,6% hard work!

  • @robertwestbrook4895
    @robertwestbrook4895 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Happy Birthday. Happened across this video today oddly enough

  • @BarberKarl
    @BarberKarl 7 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    One question if u r wearing the MERCURIAL VELOCE III and u have wide feet could they fit?

    • @Soccerreviewsforyou
      @Soccerreviewsforyou  7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      They're not particularly wide.

    • @BarberKarl
      @BarberKarl 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      nice video by the way

    • @BarberKarl
      @BarberKarl 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      I put on a pair of MERCURIAL VELOCE III at sports store and they fit me and i have wide feet.

    • @urielsmkbelt8969
      @urielsmkbelt8969 7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      CoralTrout68 then why the hell u ask🙄😂

    • @BarberKarl
      @BarberKarl 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Because i just wanted to ask a trustful person. I don't really trust anyone else at the store

  • @ezekielnduli5181
    @ezekielnduli5181 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this video @Josh. I feel inspired.

  • @Economical_Overeem
    @Economical_Overeem 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Bring back Vujojosh

  • @aldoHazard
    @aldoHazard 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Same here, started young had a few offers here for some academy’s but my parents didn’t want to move states. Now I’m a engineer but soccer is what I still love to do and watch on my spare time.

  • @ArmandoTheHost
    @ArmandoTheHost 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I started playing soccer when I was 8 and I just was playing with my friends outside but then I joined my first team at age 14 and now I want to dedicate to go pro

  • @terrellroberts_08
    @terrellroberts_08 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It`s interesting that you talked about OYSL because I just finished my last season of rep in OYSL for U-18 and I am now off to University for soccer.