San Diego Nomads started something like this when they first joined DA. The impression I got from their publicity is that it was geared toward Hispanic players from San Diego County and perhaps even Tijuana. Mentions of it on their website disappeared after a short time, leading me to believe that they had very few takers.
Would you pay Surf $50,000 a year to raise your child?
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San Diego Nomads started something like this when they first joined DA. The impression I got from their publicity is that it was geared toward Hispanic players from San Diego County and perhaps even Tijuana. Mentions of it on their website disappeared after a short time, leading me to believe that they had very few takers.
you have any info on Philadelphia Union program ? i dont see anything on their website
This is the school.
I've toured both the soccer and school facility, and their is nothing remotely close to this in the west as far as I'm aware (with the possible exception RSL in SLC although that school is more public).
what-happened
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In spite of not being in the best location (fields are excellent), the Barca Resident Academy has no issues filling it's dorms. It's pricy and it's not for everyone. They are tied directly back to The Project and the only resident academy outside of Spain. They preach 100% placement - pro contract/NCAA. They have sizable scholarship funding. Again, not for everyone but many go. I don't think you can compare what Surf is trying to do against what Barca is doing. Obviously a money grab for Surf. I don't know how much of a money grab the resident academy in Casa Grande for a business entity like Barca.
Will it stick around? I don't know. They have a contract with Grande Sports World, have no idea for how long. Facilities are great and the isolation is perfect for soccer loco kids and coaches.
notintheface
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This is seriously the dumbest thing you can imagine.
Get your kids in college, folks.
Get your kids in college, folks.