Career

Early A 2010 graduate of Marysville-Pilchuck High school and a four-year varsity starter, Ballew helped lead the Tomahawks to their first state appearance since 1985 and a fourth-place finish his junior year. During his senior year he was awarded Seattle Times All-Area and WESCO North Most Valuable Player and leading goal scorer. Later was awarded first team all-state, second team all-state, two-time all-area first team, two-time first team All-Wesco and two-time honorable mention.

Ballew played college soccer at Seattle University between 2010 and 2014.

Ballew also appeared for USL PDL club Puget Sound Gunners between 2011 and 2014. Professional

Ballew signed with United Soccer League club Tulsa Roughnecks in March 2015.