The18’s mission to uncover America’s Sleeper Striker shall continue this fall! We’re in search of the hidden talents on college campuses who may not play D1 soccer but definitely have the vertical and precision to turn heads.
“Grown in America: Play Fueled by Peanuts” is a nationwide campaign that shines a spotlight on the rising stars of soccer – young athletes from across the country who are putting in the work, powering their performance, and doing it all with fuel that’s as American as the game is global: peanuts.
As part of The18’s campus tour with the National Peanut Board, we’re connecting with college players to hear their stories, get their takes on the sport, and find out how they stay game-day ready.
“Grown in America: Play Fueled by Peanuts” is a nationwide campaign that shines a spotlight on the rising stars of soccer – young athletes from across the country who are putting in the work, powering their performance, and doing it all with fuel that’s as American as the game is global: peanuts.
As part of The18’s campus tour with the National Peanut Board, we’re connecting with college players to hear their stories, get their takes on the sport, and find out how they stay game-day ready.
Freestyle world champion Caitlyn Schrepfer has some of the most unique soccer skills on the planet. The California native is smoother than creamy peanut butter as she’s turned her tricks with the ball into an art.
Schrepfer is one of the most talented freestylers today, named a world champion in 2022 and a four-time United States women’s champion. What she’s able to do with a ball appears to defy physics as she dazzles audiences around the world with her moves.
Some of her stuff must be seen to be believed.
Smoothies are one of the secret weapons in star athletes’ diets as a healthy smoothie is a great way to start the day and for post-workout recovery.
One of the most common ingredients found in smoothies for athletes are peanuts. From providing sustained energy to aiding in muscle recovery, athletes can always rely on peanuts to aid in their diets.
American soccer star Cade Cowell adds peanuts to his favorite smoothie. Cowell not only represents his nation on the worldwide soccer stage but also plays for one of the biggest and most popular teams in Mexico.