Trusted by 3,000+ families since 2009 | International competition | Cultural travel | Selective student-athlete teams
Compete Globally. Grow for Life.
A prestigious invitation-only international sports opportunity for high-character student-athletes to represent the USA, compete abroad, and grow through sport, culture, and leadership.
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About SAWUSA
SAWUSA creates international sports travel experiences (typically 8–11 days) for athletes who want more than “just another trip.”
This isn’t a club team, a camp, or a random travel program. It’s an invitation-only style experience built around:
- Competition (playing your sport internationally)
- Culture (seeing the world up close)
- Character & leadership (representing the USA the right way)
Most families say they don’t fully understand how meaningful it is until they experience it—so if you’re doing your research, that’s normal.
Next step: complete the free application to be considered.
How It Works
Everything starts with an application. Because our tours are invitation-only, only about 15% of applicants are accepted. We’re looking for talented, dedicated, well-rounded young people who are ready to serve as Athlete Ambassadors of the USA.
- Submit the application – Our application walks you through exactly what you need to be considered including a video, letters of recommendation, and an interview.
- SAWUSA reviews the fit – Our team looks at tour availability, sport, age group, and overall fit.
- Families get the next steps – If there is a good match, SAWUSA follows up with tour details and available opportunities.
Explore SAWUSA
Explore what makes SAWUSA truly different. And if you are interested, don't wait—only about 15% of applicants are accepted to travel—and our tours fill quickly.
Where We Travel
See scheduled trips by sport, age, dates, and destination.
Our Story
Why we do this, our staff, and how SAWUSA got started.
FAQs
How selection works, what’s included, and common questions.
Why Families Trust SAWUSA
Selective & Prestigious
Athletes are chosen for character and talent, not just ability to pay—building a team of true ambassadors.
Led by College Coaches
We were founded by a former college coach and our staff has hundreds of years of college coaching experience.
Unmatched Experiences
Our tours blend elite competition with authentic cultural immersion for growth beyond the game.
Safety & Support
24/7 supervision and an honest and no-nonsense approach keep our travelers safe and confident.
What past travelers are saying
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