Chasing a soccer dream to Spain

Hi my name is Jaikob Santiago. I am 12 years old. I eat, sleep and breathe soccer. I have been playing since I was 5 years old. If I am not playing on the field or practicing with my team, I am training at home. I always have a ball with me everywhere I go. I recently moved to Puerto Rico from Houston, Texas. I play on a local team in Dorado, PR. I was given the opportunity to try out for a travel team to play in the Mediterranean International Cup in Spain. My parents and sister took me to try out in San Juan. They are my biggest fans and support system. I tried my best, like I always do, but there was a lot of great talent there. We just received notification that I was selected to travel to Spain to represent Puerto Rico and compete in one of the top youth tournaments in the world. There are over 400 registered teams and over 6500 players that participate. This is where all the BIG stars like Messi, Ronaldo and Neymar have played when they started their career at a young age.

I am very humbled and honored to be selected for this opportunity but I really need your help to make this life experience and dream come true. I promise to work hard and make everyone proud!

Thank you so much for your support.

Muchas Gracias.

Jaikob