Girls Academy League
The Girls Academy (GA) is the leading youth development platform for the best female soccer players in the United States. The GA is the only national youth soccer platform that represents the collective vision of member clubs and actively engages the voice of players to take real ownership in the GA. This collaborative philosophy creates a culture guided by a shared set of core values, which produces an unparalleled experience uniquely designed in the best interest of the players. The GA embraces the desire of club members and GA players alike to maintain an unrivaled standard of excellence in coaching, competition, and regional and national showcase events throughout the year. Lastly, the GA is committed to cultivating an environment that empowers each player to reach their best potential as an exceptional athlete and human being. Learn more about the GA: www.girlsacademyleague.com
GA TEAMS
SNFC will field six GA teams, including U13, U14, U15, U16, U17, and U19 teams that train 3 times a week during outdoor season and play a nationwide schedule in the Mid-America Conference. Trainings follow a structured curriculum.
UPCOMING PLAYER ID SESSIONS FOR 2024
"Being here in this environment is nothing I ever imagined. Surrounded by my team, the level of talent from across the country, and seeing all the coaches lined field to field... I just can't believe it. I feel lucky to be a part of something so special. I won't forget this feeling as long as l live."
- Sporting Nebraska 2008 player at the 2023 Winter Showcase Norco, CA
In less than a year our Sporting Nebraska teams have built a solid foundation in the Midwest Girl Academy Conference. Going into the end of the season we have three teams looking to make the Champions Cup this summer. At the Winter Showcase our teams went 7-3-2, playing against some of the best teams across the country and with over 65 college coaches in attendance (with repeat staff). The National Talent ID selection is this February where player nominations begin shortly.
The Girl Academy continues to grow and thrive as a leading national platform for women's soccer. As they grow, we grow. That is why we will begin our early player identification process prior to formal tryouts this June. All sessions are FREE and open to all players regardless of state or club affiliation. We will offer both group and individual player assessments.
PLAYERS WILL NEED TO ALSO REGISTER FOR FORMAL TRYOUTS DURING THE WEEK OF JUNE 3RD. THE BELOW SESSIONS ARE PRELIMINARY TRAINING EVENTS.
Group Sessions
May 14, 2024
CHI MultiSport Complex, 8001 S 120th St, La Vista, NE 68128
2012 - 5:15pm - 6:30pm, Field 10
2011 - 5:15pm - 6:30pm, Field 10
2010 - 7:45pm - 9pm, Field 10
Who should attend:
- Birth years: 2010, 2011, 2012
- Players looking to play some of the top teams in the Midwest
- Players looking for amazing college exposure
- Players wanting to play on a highly competitive team with like-minded players
- Players wanting the opportunity to attend national showcase events with 300+ college coaches
- Players looking to pursue a pathway to college
For questions or anyone interested in attending individually,
please feel free to contact Dani Pappas:
DaniP@SportingNebraskaFC.com
The Girls Academy is registered through USSSA, which means our evaluation periods and recruiting are not restricted by USYS or US Club guidelines. This also means that players are open to attending camps, training sessions, and evaluations with our teams. As a courtesy to other clubs, we recommend players communicate with their current club affiliation and be open/honest about their decision to come to one of our events. In addition, Sporting Nebraska FC has relationships with clubs in our community as well as in other cities and states to offer opportunities to players to dual play. For more information, please contact our director below.
THE BREAKDOWN
- Fall training: 3 practices per week August - November with additional video sessions on a needed bases.
- Winter training: sessions will move indoors and fluctuate based on periodization. Each team is given a set number of training sessions they can use during the winter or spring months.
- Spring training: Weather pending, sessions will move back outdoors during the month of March and continue into June prior to any summer events.
- Girls Academy teams train locations: CHI Nebraska MultiSport Complex, Omaha Sports Complex and Papillion Landing
- Each team will play approximately 15 - 22 league games, including games at National Showcases
- Strength & conditioning 2x a week within two 4-6 week phases. These sessions are run by Warren Academy. Schedules are created with the head coach and based on the team season.
- GA teams train for 10 months, except for high school level teams
- HUDL for teams
- VEO Game Recordings
- Athlete Foundry - college bound assistance
- Individual Player Development Plans (IDP)
- Exposure to over 250 college coaches at showcase events
- Exposure to US Youth National Team scouts/coaches
PROGRAM COSTS
$2250 per year
Camp: $125 per year
ADDITIONAL COSTS
Estimated Fall team fees:
U13-U14: $275
U15-U19: $275
Includes: Coaches travel fees (league games), team supplies, extra field rental (if needed)
Estimated Winter team fees:
U15: $150
U16-U19: $200
Includes: Coaches travel fees (GA Winter Showcase), SNFC College Search event (U16+), team supplies, extra field rental (if needed)
Estimated Spring-Summer team fees
U13-U14: $400
U15-U17: $150
Includes: Coaches travel fees (league games, Spring Showcase for U13-U14 and GA Summer Showcase/Playoffs), team supplies, extra field rental (if needed)
**Additional team fees could be incurred by some age groups depending on an extra events, indoor leagues, etc...
