Top 5 Soccer Youth Academies in USA

Copa America 2016, the most exciting tournament for soccer fans in North and South America is about to start and USA is favorite to win as they are hosting this cup. Students and avid lovers of soccer who want to train and get best coaching in USA , Admission Times has gathered the best soccer academies where young aspiring soccer players can get the coaching and be a part of the national team one day.

 

The best football academies in USA for students to get coaching from are –

 

1). Sockers FC Academy

The Chicago Sockers were an American soccer club, originally founded in 1995 as the Chicago Stingers. Sockers FC is a successful youth club that has built a national reputation developing boys and girls to their full potential. Since 1986, Sockers FC have produced outstanding soccer talent but have also developed young people that exemplify extraordinary leadership qualities and a high degree of personal character.

Popular players like Michael Bradley, captain of USA SOCCER TEAM learnt soccer tricks at a very early age and he grew up playing for Sockers FC.

 

Other popular stars like Jermaine Jones, Clint Dempsey, Chris Wondolowski and Tim Howard are interesting players and USA is counting on them to perform well and win the COPA America Cup 2016.

 

2). Colorado Rapids Soccer Academy 

The Colorado Rapids based in the Denver suburb of Commerce City, Colorado, The extensive Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club also provides opportunities for children to develop as players and people in a challenging, supportive, and safe environment. Based at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City, a world-class facility with an 18,000 seat soccer-specific stadium and a 24-field sports complex, the Rapids are a part of Kroenke Sports & Entertainment, owned and governed by E. Stanley Kroenke.

Club by Location

Dick’s Sporting Goods Park. 6000 Victory Way. Commerce City, CO 80022, USA.

OFFICIAL SITE www.rapidsyouthsoccer.org

 

3). Dallas Texas Soccer Academy

Dallas Texans Soccer Club is a youth soccer club based in Dallas, Texas. The club is one of the top youth soccer clubs in the United States, and one of the largest in Texas. The club has affiliates in Houston, San Antonio, and Austin along with its base in the Dallas-Fort Worth region. Additional teams are located in Pensacola, FL and Ottawa, Canada.

The Dallas Texans Soccer Club believes the development of our youngest players is paramount. Our youth academy teams will participate in various leagues and tournaments and ultimately become part of our competitive program.

The club has produced many players who have played professionally at various levels in the U.S. and overseas, including United States men’s national soccer team captain Clint Dempsey.

Club by Location

1777 Keenan Bridge Rd, Farmers Branch, TX 75234, United States

OFFICIAL SITE www.dallastexans.com

 

4). San Jose Earthquakes Youth Academy

The San Jose Earthquakes based in San Jose, California, United States. The Earthquakes have won two MLS Cup titles, in 2001 and 2003, and two Supporters’ Shields in 2005 and 2012. The Earthquakes Player Development system consists of five levels, with each level crossing over with the one below and/or above. The goal of the program is to ensure that each step is connected, giving players an opportunity to develop and advance through the system.

Club by Location

1123 Coleman Ave, San Jose, CA 95110, United States

OFFICIAL SITE www.sjearthquakes.com

 

5). New York Red Bulls Academy

The New York Red Bulls Academy is the multi-layered youth system of the New York Red Bulls. It is the first cost-free program in Major League Soccer, that provides a professional soccer training environment for youth players in the New York Tri-State. The soccer programs are operated as part of a global approach to player development. 

Comprised of six teams (U-12, U-13, U-14, U-16, U-18, USL PDL U-23), the players train a minimum of three times a week and play a maximum of two games under the supervision of our professional staff. The program is designed to give dedicated and talented players the training and experience needed to reach the highest levels of the game both nationally and internationally.

Through a partnership with Southern New Hampshire University, players are able to pursue their education while continuing to play professionally.

Club by Location

600 Cape May St, Harrison, New Jersey, 07029, United States

OFFICIAL SITE www.redbullsacademy.com