13-year-old soccer star Olivia Moultrie signs contract with Nike

13-year-old soccer star Olivia Moultrie signs contract with Nike image

Olivia Moultrie is turning pro at 13.

The American soccer phenom, who accepted a scholarship from North Carolina when she was 11, signed a multi-year endorsement deal with Nike this week, according to The New York Times.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

I’m very excited to announce that I have accepted a scholarship offer to play soccer at the University of North Carolina. The UNC Women’s Soccer @uncwomenssoccer program is the most legendary program in college sports and the opportunity to play there and for a legend in Anson Dorrance will be an honor. With Coach Anson and Coach Damon and the rest of the staff I know I will be able to compete for championships at the most elite environment in the country and work towards my goals every day with some of the best teammates in the nation. To follow in the path of so many legendary players past, present and future will push me to become the best version of who I can become. I’m extremely grateful for all the people who have helped me get here. My parents and family, my brother and mentor @fredosainz , my club @beachfutbolclub and coach @jeffreyojoyner, as well as @este_chavez and @beastmodesoccer and many others. Also a big thank you to all the other schools who showed interest in me, this has been a very humbling process. My new favorite color is Carolina Blue! #GoHeels #UNC #ChapelHill #Nike #Jordan

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The U.S. Youth National Team player appeared in Nike's newest "Just Do it" ad that aired during the Academy Awards on Sunday. 

Moultrie appeared in her first Nike ad when she was 12.

From The New York Times:

"Moultrie’s agent, Spencer Wadsworth, declined to disclose the terms of the Nike deal, except to say that it was worth more financially than a four-year scholarship at a top university, which is generally valued at about $300,000."

By signing a contract with Nike, Moultrie has forfeited her collegiate eligibility.

Check out some more of Moultrie's highlights: