Boys and Girls born in 2018 and 2019

Pride Pre-Academy

Pride is excited to continue our Pre-Academy Training Program for Pride Recreational players born in 2018 and 2019 looking to take the next step in their development. Led by our professional Junior Academy coaches, training sessions introduce players to the expectations, methodology, and technical demands of the competitive environment. Our 8 week program will take players through an age-appropriate and progressive training plan that prioritizes the key player behaviors to allow them to transition to the next level. Register today to reserve your spot for Pre-Academy Fall 2025.  

Limited spots are available.

 

Details

About the Program

The Pride Pre-Academy is a training program for Pride Recreational players born in 2018 and 2019 interested in additional training geared toward preparing players for the demands of the Junior Academy and Competitive programs. The goal of the Pre-Academy is to develop competitive, confident, technically-sound players through a structured training environment. The development of our players comes through age-specific curriculum which focuses on technical, tactical, physical and psychological training.

Players in the Pre-Academy program must also be on a Pride Recreational team and will practice and play games with their Recreational team.

 

Coaching Staff

Under the guidance of our Technical Director and our Directors’ of Coaching, the Pre-Academy sessions will be led by coaches with experience coaching in Pride’s Junior Academy and/or Competitive programs.  Field sessions will be led by Junior Academy Directors Paul Hogan and Marcus Jordan.

 

Dates and Location

Fall 2025 Session:

Tuesdays, September 9-October 28

4:30-5:45pm – Girls

4:30-5:45pm – Boys

Pride Soccer Complex: 8700 E Woodman Drive, C/S

Fees
$225 (includes a Pre-Academy training jersey)
Uniforms
An Adidas Pre-Academy training jersey is included with registration. Players should wear their Pre-Academy training jersey, black shorts/pants and black socks to all sessions.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, please send us an email or give us a call.

Paul Hogan

Girls Junior Academy Director

719 597-6700 x213

Marcus Jordan

Boys Junior Academy Director

719 597-6700 x209

The Bridge Between Recreational and Competitive Soccer

Pride’s Pre-Academy Training Program is geared towards providing additional training for our U8 players that want to improve their individual skills.

Laura Y, Pride Soccer Parent

We found Pride's recreational program and knew instantly that we were home. It's run with clear and effective communication that gives players, parents, and coaches an environment to be excited about. Pride's passion for the game is evident at every level and age group.

Neil R, Pride Soccer Parent

“Pride Soccer has been a wonderful avenue for my kids to learn to love the game of soccer. Their focus on player development and integrity, from recreational to competitive is exactly what I want for my kids.”

Anna D, Pride Soccer Parent

“We have had the opportunity for our children to participate in soccer at Pride for the last 10 years! Pride has made a positive change in all of our lives and we’re thankful for the organization!”

Karina G, Pride Soccer Parent

“They always say, “it takes a village to raise a child”, and I wholeheartedly believe that. The Pride Family has helped shape my daughter through the love and concern shown by the coaches, the game, and the team concept. Thank you Pride family!”