Burke Fahling knows what it’s like to face setbacks. At 16, he was cut from Crossfire academy and spent a year training alone—no team, no spotlight, just hard work and a growing mindset. That year changed everything. He returned stronger, earned KingCo Player of the Year with Inglemoor High School, and joined the Seattle Sounders Academy. From there, he played college soccer at the University of Memphis and Seattle U—facing more challenges, including limited playing time and tough decisions.
Instead of giving up, Burke doubled down on developing his mentality. His persistence paid off. Burke signed his first pro contract with Charleston Battery in the USL Championship and went on to play for FC Tucson, Pittsburgh Riverhounds, Tacoma Defiance, and now the Weston Bears in Australia’s second division. Burke’s path wasn’t perfect—but that’s what makes him the right mentor. He’s lived the highs and lows, and is still learning while continuing his career in Australia. Now, he’s ready to help you grow through yours.