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Freestyle Creator · MLS Next Athlete
Bryan Lim
@blimskills
I've played soccer since I was four years old and started freestyling at eight, and I have not put the ball down since. I compete in MLS Next, the top youth soccer league in the country, and I create content that turns everyday touches into skills people actually want to learn. My videos have crossed 20 million views and reached kids in 50+ countries, and I use that platform to teach technique, share honest brand collaborations, and show what disciplined, creative practice looks like.
20M+
Total Views
50+
Countries Reached
6,114
Consecutive Juggles
MLS Next
Competition Level
10+ yrs
Playing Soccer
Skills & Videos
Watch My Videos
A look at what I post: skill showcases, step-by-step tutorials, and honest reviews of the training tools I actually use.
The clip that started it all
My most-watched skill video, posted across both platforms. This is the one that put blimskills in front of the world.
Combined views: ~5M
Likes: ~400K
Tutorial
Rodrygo Flick-Up, Step by Step
A breakdown of the Rodrygo flick-up, a clean, game-ready move to add to your bag.
Views: 200K+
Brand Partnership
Juggling tutorial featuring Skorva
A juggling tutorial made with Skorva, an AI training app. Send in a video of yourself juggling, shooting, or dribbling, and it rates your technique and gives personalized feedback to help you improve. I only work with products I'd actually use myself.
Business Work
Partnerships that feel earned
I make content for products I would genuinely use and recommend. The goal is always the same: give my community something useful, while giving brands an honest way to reach players who care about the game.
Tronsmart
Tech that fits into training and everyday life.
Limi Jerseys
Jerseys that let players show their love for the game.
Pure Grip Socks
A player-focused grip sock partnership with SR4U.
Coaching & Training
Helping players grow on and off the field
Coaching has taught me how to teach clearly, lead with patience, and make every player feel like they belong in the game.
Built a training program around each player
Provided free private soccer sessions for youth players in the community from early July through the end of August. During the school year, I founded and operated a paid private training business through local referrals from previous clients.
- Designed individual training programs for each athlete's needs and goals.
- Managed scheduling and communicated directly with families.
- Focused on technical growth, confidence, and consistency.
Made every practice count
Led practices and created training plans for elementary school players. I helped them become stronger players and better teammates through clear instruction, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
Turned research into practical coaching
Supported the head coach with tactical planning, drills, and player development. I studied professional coaches and their playstyles, then adapted those ideas into sessions that helped middle school players understand the game and play with more confidence.
Created a welcoming place to play
Assisted children with disabilities as they learned and played soccer. I adapted drills to be inclusive, supportive, and appropriate for every player's ability and comfort level.
Know the Game
Juggling vs. Freestyle
Two skills, same ball, different goals. Here's how I think about the difference.
Foundation
Juggling
Juggling is the fundamental skill of keeping the ball off the ground using your feet, thighs, chest, and head, without letting it drop. It's a measure of control and consistency. The longer the streak, the sharper the touch. It's the base every serious player builds on, and it's where I started at age four.
Expression
Freestyle
Freestyle takes juggling a step further by adding creativity through stalls, flicks, around-the-worlds, and transitions between body parts. It turns basic control into a performance. It's less about how long you can keep the ball up and more about what you can make it do. I've been developing that side of my game since I was eight.
Soccer Journey
Built one stage at a time
From my local travel team to MLS NEXT, every step has taught me more about competing, learning, and staying committed to the game.
Age 5
Laurel Lions · First travel team
Where it started
I joined Laurel Lions at five years old and played there for more than six years. It was my first travel team and the place where I developed the foundation that still shapes how I play today.
Age 12
Baltimore Armour · First MLS NEXT season
A new level of competition
My first MLS NEXT game was a major milestone. I had moved from a smaller travel team to one of the strongest youth environments in the country, and it showed me the standard I wanted to reach.
Grades 6 and 7
Maryland ODP · East Region ODP
Earned a regional opportunity
I represented Maryland ODP for two years and was selected for the East Region ODP team after being one of the strongest performers in the region. This game-winning goal helped qualify me for regional camp.
Age 15
Spain · SD Huesca academy trials
Tested myself abroad
I completed two trials with the professional academy of SD Huesca, a Spanish second-division club, and received a contract offer. I returned for a few weeks to see if it was the right fit. It was not the path I chose, but it was an experience that pushed my game and perspective forward.
Age 15
Baltimore Armour · MLS NEXT Cup
Competed on a national stage
At 15, I played with Baltimore Armour at MLS NEXT Cup, one of the top youth soccer tournaments in the country. The experience demanded focus, resilience, and the ability to compete against strong opponents every match.
Now
NVA · MLS NEXT
Still building
I now play MLS NEXT for NVA, one of the top teams in Virginia, and will continue with the club next season. I am focused on improving every part of my game while bringing the same discipline into my freestyle work, coaching, and community.
Get in Touch
Questions, coaching, collabs
Whether it's a training question, a coaching inquiry, or a partnership idea, reach out.
Let's connect
I read every message. For coaching requests, tell me your age and current level. For brand inquiries, include a bit about your product.