Official Academy Affiliate
of Sporting Kansas City
Tryouts l Achievements l College Recruiting l College Commitments l Uniform Information
ABOUT THE GIRLS ACADEMY
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 3-4 times a week and play a nationwide schedule in the Mid-America Conference. Trainings follow a structured curriculum.
COACHING STAFF
U13: Head Coach, Ben Liesveld
Assistant, Neil Hope
Contact: Ben.Liesveld022@gmail.com
U14: Head Coach, Luke Baxter
Assistant, Devin Frisby
Contact: LukeB@SportingNebraskaFC.com
U15: Head Coach, Josue Rivas
Assistant, Luke Baxter
Contact: JosueRivas14@yahoo.com
U16: Head Coach, Neil Hope
Assistant, Maureen Thomson
Contact: Neil.Hope82@gmail.com
U17: Head Coach, Alex Mason
Assistant, Robby Maloney
Contact: AlexM@SportingNebraskaFC.com
U18: Head Coach, Luke Baxter
Assistant, Josue Rivas
Contact: LukeB@SportingNebraskaFC.com
OUR GA PROGRAM
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3-4 practices per week with video sessions during the outdoor season, August - October & March - June, then sessions will move indoors and fluctuate based on periodization
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Girls Academy teams train at Millard Star & Papillion Landing
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Each team will play approximately 15 - 22 league games, including games at National Showcases
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Strength & conditioning 2x a week with Warren Academy
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GA teams train for 10 months, except for high school level teams
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HUDL for teams
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VEO/HUDL Game Recordings
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Athlete Foundry - college bound assistance
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Techne Futbol
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Individual Player Development Plans (IDP)
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Exposure to over 200 college coaches at showcase events
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Exposure to US Youth National Team scouts/coaches
UNIFORM
The 2023/24 season will be the first year of the uniform cycle (two years). Everyone will need to purchase the uniform from Soccer Master. Once teams are formed, managers will send out information on required items to purchase and how to order.
*Uniforms are an additional fee that is paid every two years.
REGISTRATION FEE
$2250 per year
Summer Camp: $125
GA-RELATED TEAM FEES
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:
U13-U14: $0
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
U19: $0
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...