Veronica Perez

VERONICA PEREZ

From Little Dreams to the World Stage

An inspiring journey of grit, heart, and possibility.

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FROM LITTLE VERO TO BIG DREAMS

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She grew up playing wherever she could - backyards, parks, school fields.
She didn’t have the expected path.
But she had heart. And every time she touched the ball, she felt a little closer to something amazing.

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SAN MATEO TO THE WORLD STAGE

Vero’s story began on cracked sidewalks and empty fields—anywhere she could kick a ball. What started as a childhood obsession quickly became a calling. She wasn’t the loudest kid, or the biggest, but she was the one who stayed after everyone else went home.

Through grit, heart, and thousands of hours training when no one was watching, Vero climbed from local leagues to national recognition—eventually earning her place on the world stage.

Today, she’s more than an athlete.
She’s a mentor, a role model, and living proof that big dreams grow from small places. Her journey inspires the next generation of players to believe in themselves, stay disciplined, and chase the possibilities ahead.

Little Vero had big dreams.
Now she helps others find theirs.

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LITTLE VERO, BIG DREAMS

From backyard fields to scoring in a World Cup, this is the inspiring true story of how a quiet girl with a huge imagination found courage, joy, and purpose through the game she loved.

INSIDE THE BOOK:

A motivating story for kids who dream big
Real moments from youth soccer to the big stage
Lessons on confidence
A message for parents, coaches, and young athletes

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SCHOOL VISITS · SPEAKING · PARTNERSHIPS

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A World Cup athlete. A bilingual author. A living example of what's possible.

Veronica Perez doesn't just tell kids to dream big — she's proof it works. From backyard fields in San Mateo to scoring the goal that sent Mexico to the FIFA Women's World Cup, Vero's story cuts through in a way that motivates every kid in the room to believe in themselves.

Available for school assemblies, youth programs, corporate events, keynote speaking, and brand partnerships. Bilingual delivery in English and Spanish.

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Who this is for:

SCHOOLS & DISTRICTS

Assemblies and classroom visits for K–12. Bilingual delivery in English and Spanish. Ideal for Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15–Oct 15), Women's History Month, and character education programming.

EVENTS & CONFERENCES

Keynote and panel appearances for youth sports organizations, leadership summits, community events, and foundations focused on education, equity, and empowerment.

YOUTH SPORTS PROGRAM

Camps, clinics, and coaching sessions. Vero connects with young athletes beyond the game — teaching confidence, resilience, and what it really takes to compete at the highest level.

BRAND PARTNERSHIPS

Bilingual, bicultural Latina athlete with an authentic story and growing platform. Available for campaigns, ambassador programs, and partnerships aligned with youth, sports, education, and Latino culture.

WHAT TO EXPECT

The Story: Vero shares her journey in an honest, age-appropriate way. Kids see themselves in her story because it's real — not a highlight reel.

The Message: Every visit is built around themes schools care about: perseverance, self-belief, chasing your dreams, and representing your family and community with pride.

Q&A + Connection: Students get to ask Vero anything. These moments are where it gets real — the kid who never raises their hand suddenly has a question, because someone on stage finally looks like them.

Book Signing: Little Vero, Big Dreams is available for purchase at events. A signed copy turns the visit into something students keep.

FORMATS: Single-grade visit · Full school assembly · Multi-school district booking · Virtual sessions available

LANGUAGES: English · Español

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Fill out our inquiry form and we'll get back to you within 48 hours to discuss availability, format, and details.

For brand partnerships, please include your campaign brief and timeline.

What People Are Saying

Parents, coaches, players who've been inspired by Vero's story

PARENT

"My daughter saw Vero Play and suddenly believed she could do it too. This book gave us a way to talk about her dreams."

COACH

"Vero teaches the game the way I wish more pros did - with joy, detail, and respect for every player on the field.

YOUNG PLAYER

"When I feel nervous before games, I remember Little Vero and how she kept going. It makes me brave."

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

"Vero connects with kids instantly. Her story turns a simple clinic into something they remember long after."

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CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Scored the historic game-winning goal vs the USA (2010) to qualify Mexico for the FIFA Women’s World Cup
Played in two FIFA Women’s World Cups (2011, 2015).
• Won Gold at the Central American & Caribbean Games, scoring in the final vs Colombia.
• First Mexican woman to play in the Saudi Women’s Premier League.
• Played professionally across 6 countries — USA, Sweden, Iceland, Mexico, Australia, and Saudi Arabia.
• Represented clubs including Club América, WNY Flash, Washington Spirit, Örebro (Sweden), Stjarnan (Iceland), Canberra United
Assist leader for Peluche Caligari Femenil in Split 3, Queens League Americas

PRESS QUOTES

“Verónica Pérez delivered one of the most iconic goals in Mexican women’s soccer history.” — ESPN

“A leader with international experience who changes the tempo of any match.” — Liga MX Femenil

“Pérez’s story continues to inspire the next generation of Mexican-American players.” — SoccerRoof

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Game-winning goal vs USA to qualify for the FIFA Women's World Cup (2010)

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