Lincoln, NE - May 11, 2026 – Hudl, the global leader in sports performance analysis and scouting, has announced a multi-year scouting rights agreement with Young African Promises, an elite football academy with bases in Ghana and Senegal.
“We are proud to partner with Hudl and bring greater visibility to the incredible talent emerging from Africa,” said Oscar Rodríguez, Founder of Young African Promises. “Our mission has always been to create real opportunities for young players, and having the Future Talent Tournaments available on Hudl Wyscout gives clubs around the world direct access to some of the continent’s most exciting prospects.”
Young African Promises organize their own Future Talent Tournaments, with two U18 tournaments currently held each year in Accra, Ghana. Under this agreement, Hudl will have exclusive access to video and data from these tournaments, which will be made available for professional purposes via Hudl Wyscout, the world's largest database of football video and data.
"We are delighted to announce this exclusive agreement with Young African Promises," said Kerry Morrow, head of youth football at Hudl. “This is an extremely exciting partnership with one of the leading academies in Africa, and it ensures clubs and scouts will have access to the Future Talent Tournament through Hudl Wyscout, supporting talent identification across African football.
Many players who have participated in these tournaments have secured permanent transfers to globally renowned clubs, including Anderlecht (Belgium) and Sao Paolo (Brazil) more recently. By hosting these tournaments on Wyscout, we’re not only simplifying recruitment workflows for clubs worldwide, but more importantly, we’re providing these exciting talents the perfect platform to showcase their potential to a global audience to give them the shot they deserve.”
About Young African Promises
Young Africa Promises Academy is an international football development academy operating in Ghana and Senegal, dedicated to identifying and developing the next generation of African football talent. The academy provides young athletes with elite training, education support and international exposure opportunities in a professional and competitive environment.
Working with coaches, clubs, scouts and sports organizations worldwide, Young Africa Promises Academy helps players maximize their potential both on and off the pitch. The academy focuses on technical development, discipline, performance and personal growth, while creating pathways toward professional football and educational opportunities abroad.
With a strong commitment to youth development and social impact, Young Africa Promises Academy aims to become one of the leading football talent platforms in Africa through modern training methods, international partnerships and high-performance programs.
About Hudl
Hudl empowers hundreds of thousands of teams globally to reach their potential, working with coaches, athletes and administrators at every level of sport. We equip teams with tools and insights to elevate performance, streamline operations, drive recruitment and deepen fan engagement. Our smart cameras capture every second of practices and games, powering the industry's ecosystem of film review, recruiting, scouting and more. Our trusted software layers data and analytics onto video to help athletes and teams reach their potential. And our platform helps every team create a stronger connection to their fans through livestreaming, athlete highlights, tickets and updates on all the information fans care about. Learn more at Hudl.com.
