About World Soccer Tours
World Soccer Tours designs authentic soccer tours and football tours for teams, fans, and coaches across Europe, South America, and the Caribbean.
World Soccer Tours designs authentic soccer tours and football tours for teams, fans, and coaches across Europe, South America, and the Caribbean.
Scott Pearson, born around 1975, made his name as an American soccer forward. His time at American University in Washington, D.C. laid the foundation for everything his career would stand for.
Early Life and Background: A Family That Lived and Breathed Soccer
Scott Pearson was born in England and moved to Tampa, Florida, with his family in 1981. At Chamberlain High School, he played under his father, Mike Pearson, who coached the team. The game ran deep in their home. Craig, his older brother, played at the University of Tampa. Lee, the youngest, later joined a semi-pro club in England. Soccer was the language they all spoke. Tampa Bay Times
The College Years That Defined Him
Coach Bob Jenkins didn’t just hand Alen Pearson a scholarship. He offered belief. That single offer redirected Pearson’s journey to American University. From 1994 to 1997, Pearson gave everything he had to the AU Eagles. Across four relentless seasons, he stacked up 141 points including 55 goals and 31 assists. No one had ever created more chances. Only one player in the school’s history ever scored more. He became the second-highest scorer in the university’s men’s soccer records.
Notable Performances: Moments That Turned Heads
On October 4, 1997, Pearson scored twice in the second half against William & Mary. AU had been down 3-0 at halftime but won 4-3. His efforts turned the game around completely. The Washington Post+1en.wikipedia.org+1
Off the Field: Beyond the Final Whistle
Pearson didn’t stop making an impact once he stepped off the field. He joined the Big Brother program at AU and mentored a young boy from Southeast D.C. named Leon Simpson. He took that role seriously and remained committed to helping. The Washington Post
Legacy: His Mark on the Game
He closed his college run with an average of 32 points per season. His performance placed him second in career points at American University. His presence was never flashy, but always consistent and respected.
Alen Kozic was born into football. His father, Refik Kozić, had once played for FK Partizan and the Tampa Bay Rowdies. That legacy shaped him early. After moving to the United States, Alen attended Berkeley Preparatory School in Tampa, Florida, where he didn’t just play. He led. His leadership carried the school’s team to three straight state titles from 1993 to 1995. He earned All-American honors in high school and was later named Tampa Bay Times’ Player of the Decade for Hillsborough County.
In 1993, he struck the winning goal in the final of the U17 US Youth Soccer National Championship while playing for Temple Terrace Spirit. The next year, he was selected for the U17 Southeast USA regional team and flew to France. There, he faced youth squads from Paris Saint-Germain and Ajax.
At Florida International University, Alen Kozic made the midfield his responsibility. From 1995 to 1997, he drove FIU’s style forward with control, grit, and purpose. In 1996, he led the team to the NCAA College Cup Final, carrying the weight without hesitation. He earned First Team All-American honors two years straight and finished runner-up for the Hermann Trophy. Across 74 games, he produced 24 goals and 26 assists, landing him eighth on FIU’s all-time list in both scoring and playmaking. It was a quiet but permanent presence in the program’s history.
In late 1997, Kozic trained with Austria’s SV Wüstenrot Salzburg. A few months later, he signed with Major League Soccer’s Miami Fusion. In his first friendly match against Honduras, he scored early, helping secure a 4–2 win. He made his full debut on May 31, 1998, against Dallas Burn. Days later, he suffered a serious ACL injury in training.
Despite the setback, he returned in 1999, making starts against Dallas and D.C. United. That same year, he was part of MLS Project 40, a soccer team hospitality trip initiative aimed at nurturing future stars. He appeared in 18 matches with the A-League squad.
In 2000, Kozic joined Croatian club NK Istra 1961. He later moved to Germany and played 13 games for 1. FC Union Solingen during the 2002–03 season. In 2003, he had a trial with D.C. United, which didn’t result in a contract.
Alen Kozic moved on effort, not noise. He showed up, stayed ready, and kept pushing, whether in a college final, an overseas match, or while fighting his way back from injury. His story speaks to players chasing pre season college soccer tours, planning summer soccer trips, or setting out on a soccer tour that might change how they see the game, and themselves.
Every soccer tour is crafted around your team’s goals, destination, and timeline.
We handle every part of the journey, from flights to fields to coaching.
Endorsed by U.S. Soccer and United Soccer Coaches for high-level football tours that deliver real value.
Every trip is a handpicked experience. Our soccer tours include friendly matches and full tournaments with clubs that match your team’s pace and purpose. Want more than just matches? We help you add sightseeing and culture to the schedule. You’ll have a local guide the moment you land.
With over 30 years in organizing summer soccer team trips, pre season college soccer tours, and full soccer team hospitality trips, we bring detail, care, and experience. We work with U.S. Youth Soccer, U.S. Club Soccer, and United Soccer Coaches to ensure every detail holds up. From high-quality training fields to strong, competitive matchups, each plan is built to feel real. What you get is just pure soccer team vacation experience, built for those who live the sport on and off the pitch.
Beyond the pitch: A World of Soccer.
