Spike17 begins as a passion project founded by Erick Olivas, filming youth football from the sidelines and telling stories often overlooked by traditional media. It marks the start of a mission to spotlight the next generation of the game.
2023
First Viral Football Storytelling Series
Spike17’s documentary style match coverage begins reaching millions of viewers across social media platforms, introducing a new way of telling youth football stories online.
2024
Youtube Silver Play Button Award
Spike17 surpasses 100,000 YouTube subscribers and receives the Silver Play Button Creator Award, marking a major milestone in building an independent football media platform dedicated to youth football storytelling.
2025
Expanding Beyond Media
Spike17 launches Vamos FC and Next Baller League to create new small sided football environments focused on creativity, freedom, and player development. During the same year, Spike17 begins collaborating with major youth tournaments including International Xolos Cup, Supercopa+, and Albion Cup, while partnering with brands such as Flite Sports and Kumquat Hydration to help grow the game beyond the screen.
2026
The Next Chapter
Spike17 evolves into a documentary driven football series, following rivalries, journeys, and defining moments shaping the next generation of the game. With nearly half a million followers and over 350 million views across platforms, the platform continues to grow as the story is just beginning.
