01Scouting
We start with an in-depth conversation to understand your project in detail. Knowing your ambitions is essential for us to judge honestly whether they are achievable.
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Underdog French Management
One agency,one vision,one dream…
“Don't dream your life, live your dream”
A word from the founder
Reach your full potential
Basketball has been my life since day one. At sixteen I moved to the United States to chase my dream of playing there. I stayed close to my former coaches and teammates, and over the years I built strong, lasting relationships with American coaches at every level.
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What we do
Three phases, one point of contact: we evaluate your profile, we negotiate your scholarship, and we stay with you once you land.
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02Negotiation
Once the first coach responses come in, we open negotiations to secure a scholarship that matches your basketball level and your academic record. We give you a shortlist of schools that fit your budget and your goals.
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03Your departure
Visa in hand, a new chapter begins — and we are there for all of it. Our job does not end when you board the plane. Once you land, you can count on us throughout your American adventure: adapting to a new rhythm, and handling daily life as a student-athlete.
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By the numbers
- 200+
- Partner high schools & prep schools
- 50+
- Partner universities
- 30+
- Players scouted
- 2024
- Agency founded
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Our partner schools
Oak Hill, Prolific Prep, Putnam Science, Bella Vista — a few of the programs we work with.
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Player stories
“Élyass is continuing his journey in the USA with ALC Prep Family in Phoenix, Arizona. He is fully committed to his project and we could not be prouder of him. The whole team wishes him a great season.”
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What we guarantee
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Guidance built around you
We follow every student at every stage, from the first application through to settling in on an American campus.
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Opportunities that match your level
Whatever your level, we identify the options that give you the best possible shot at an athletic scholarship.
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Support before and after you leave
Our job does not end at the airport. We stay in regular contact with you, your family and your American staff for the whole season.
The place where we break it all down
UFM helps you understand
The process
The seven steps of our support, from first contact to your arrival in the United States.
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Our tryout sessions: get evaluated, get filmed, and put yourself in front of American coaches.
ExploreOur players
Slohan, Melvyn, Bénélie, Antonin, Rollings, Zachary — where they play, their game, their goals.
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The high schools, prep schools and universities where we place our players every year.
ExploreFAQ
NCAA, NAIA, JUCO, TOEFL, visa, housing — the questions every family asks us.
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Your American project starts with one call
We offer a free 30-minute phone call to talk through your ambition of playing and studying in the United States.