From March 19-22, Santiago de los Caballeros becomes the meeting point between Caribbean talent and U.S. college soccer. This International Showcase is designed to deliver what most players and families want but rarely get locally: live evaluation by U.S. college coaches, inside a professionally organized competitive environment.
Why This Showcase Is a Big Deal for the North Region
For years, many Dominican and Caribbean players have had the level, athleticism, and competitive edge to play in the U.S., but lacked a direct bridge to university programs. Bringing NCAA Division I programs into Santiago matters because Division I is the NCAA's highest division, with the most visible level of competition and access to athletics aid structures that differ from Division II and III.
Confirmed Universities and Leagues Attending
The showcase brings together university coaches across multiple associations — which is exactly what increases real opportunity: you are not only being seen by one "type" of program.
| University | Association / Division | Official Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri State University | NCAA Division I | NCAA profile |
| University of Evansville | NCAA Division I | NCAA profile |
| NCAA D2 Programs | NCAA Division II | Coaches/programs attending |
| NJCAA Programs | NJCAA (Junior Colleges) | Divisional Structure |
- Missouri State Men's Soccer: missouristatebears.com/sports/mens-soccer
- Evansville Purple Aces Men's Soccer: gopurpleaces.com/sports/mens-soccer
- International recruiting support: Eture Sports with Jaime Miralles and Ximo Miralles.
Showcase Schedule and Format
The showcase runs March 19-22, with the core on-field evaluation taking place at Instituto Iberia in Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic.
| Date | Focus | What Happens |
|---|---|---|
| March 19 | Presentation + Orientation | Player introductions, preliminary evaluation, technical dynamics, explanation of how international recruiting works. |
| March 20-21 | Main Evaluation Days | Matches, technical rounds, tactical evaluations, live observation by invited coaches. |
| March 22 | Closing Window | Final follow-ups, next steps, and communications shared with registered athletes. |
What Players and Families Will Gain Beyond Exposure
This showcase is not only about being watched. It is built to help families understand what happens after a coach says, "We like him."
Education topics included
- How recruiting decisions are made (and what coaches evaluate in live settings)
- Academic requirements and planning
- Eligibility pathways in the U.S. college system
- Scholarship reality and long-term strategy
NCAA note: For families targeting NCAA Division I or II, the NCAA requires registration with the NCAA Eligibility Center.
NJCAA note: Scholarship rules differ by division — Division I may include room and board; Division II is limited to tuition/books/fees; Division III cannot offer athletic scholarships.
How to Prepare to Maximize Your Chances
A showcase helps most when you show up prepared like a recruit, not just like a player.
Bring and have ready
- A short player resume (position, height/weight, DOB, club, key stats)
- Academic snapshot (transcript/grades and English level)
- Video link (highlights plus at least one longer game segment)
- Your target list (NCAA/NAIA/NJCAA interest, level fit)
NCAA Eligibility Center: If your goal is NCAA Division I or II, create your account as early as possible. Required before a D1 official visit and competing at D1 or D2. web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3
Registration and Official Links
| Resource | URL |
|---|---|
| New Vision Sports (services + contact) | playwithnewvision.com/service/ |
| Missouri State University - NCAA profile | ncaa.com/schools/Missouri-ST |
| Missouri State Bears Men's Soccer | missouristatebears.com/sports/mens-soccer |
| University of Evansville - NCAA profile | ncaa.com/schools/evansville |
| Evansville Purple Aces Men's Soccer | gopurpleaces.com/sports/mens-soccer |
| NCAA - Our Three Divisions | ncaa.org/our-three-divisions |
| NCAA Eligibility Center | web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3 |
| NJCAA Divisional Structure | njcaa.prestosports.com |
| Instituto Iberia (venue) | iberia.edu.do/contact/ |
| Eture Sports - About | eturesports.com/about |
Ready to register or start the recruiting process?
