Play college soccer in the U.S. with the Best Fit plan for you.
Best Fit USA exists to champion the potential of young soccer players, from evaluation to college placement and beyond. We are here to help you and your family feel confident about your decision making.
We identify and vet the best fitting U.S. universities based on key facets of your unique personality:
- Academic
- Athletic
- Connection
- Career
Our team will help you build a strong recruiting profile, and work with you to find the ideal university.
Why Best Fit USA
A clear pathway from beginner athlete to U.S. college roster
Best Fit college matching
We align academics, budget, location, and soccer level to build a realistic target list.
Recruiting strategy
Know what coaches look for, when to reach out, and how to follow up effectively.
Scholarship guidance
Understand athletic + academic aid options and how to strengthen your eligibility.
Step-by-step support
From video and profile setup to communication templates and decision support.
Meet The Team
Our Experience + Your Goals = Your Move
Our extensive university experience and contacts will facilitate the ideal start on your collegiate journey. We’ll build a strong recruiting profile and identify the Best Fit university based on your academic, athletic, and social profile.
Carl Rees
Pro-player to coach many times over, Carl brings 40+ years of living the dream of college-to-career sports, including 28 years as head coach at Fairfield University.
Shaun Fletcher
Seasoned educator and engineer with more than 30 years of mentoring and coaching students in both academic and professional settings.
Brent Boylen
Serial Entrepreneur and Director of Operations. Over 30 years of building and mentoring the teams that make great companies.
Success Stories
Real outcomes start with a realistic plan. Here’s what families say about the Best Fit USA process.
“Carl Rees was pivotal in shaping my athletic and career future. He identified me as a player, nurtured me through the recruiting process and was crucial in me now holding a Head Coach position at Hartwick College.”
– John Scott
Head Coach, Hartwick College (NCAA D3)
“Carl Rees identified, coached and mentored me in my athletic and personal development as a soccer player.
Additionally he guided me through the application and identification of Universities that were the Best Fit academically, athletically and socially for me.
His guidance and support resulted with me being accepted at the University of my choice whilst securing an athletic scholarship.
He continues to advise and support in all elements of my collegiate experience.
Academic, athletic and social.
I highly recommend him as a person and mentor. I know he will be there for me throughout my college journey and also post college dream.”
– Noah Baumslag
Scholarship Athlete Canisius University (NCAA D1)
“It was a privilege to play and coach for Coach Carl Rees during my time at Fairfield University. Under his guidance, Fairfield consistently fielded teams that balanced American and international talent, fostering both competitiveness and unity.”
– Johnny Raj
Associate Head Coach, Fairfield University (NCAA D1)
Contact
Start with a 1-on-1 consultation
Complete the form and we’ll follow up by email. Please include your country and graduation year so we can advise you accurately.