About Girls Academy League (GA)
The Girls Academy is the leading youth development platform for the best female soccer players in the United States and a U.S. Soccer Federation Member. The GA are the only national youth soccer platform that represents the collective vision of member clubs and actively engages the voice of the players to take real ownership of the league. They embrace the desire of club members and players to maintain an unrivaled standard of excellence in coaching, competition, and regional and national showcase events throughout the year.
They are committed to cultivating an environment that empowers each player to reach their best potential as an exceptional athlete and human being by celebrating the player’s journey with a lifelong love of the game through competition, showcases, and camaraderie.
Key Features Of Our GA Program
Elite Competition: The Girls Academy League brings together the best female soccer talent across various age groups, ensuring challenging and competitive matches that push players to reach their full potential.
Player Development: We prioritize the holistic development of our players, focusing not only on technical and tactical skills but also on mental and physical fitness. The GA is supported by a network of highly qualified coaches who provide guidance, mentorship, and individualized training programs to help players maximize their abilities.
College Pathway: We understand the aspirations of our players to play at the collegiate level. The Girls Academy League actively supports college recruitment by connecting athletes with college coaches, organizing college showcases, and providing resources for navigating the college recruiting process. We are committed to helping our players fulfill their dreams of playing soccer at the next level.
Inclusivity and Diversity: The Girls Academy League is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where players from diverse backgrounds and skill levels feel welcome and valued. We prioritize equal opportunities for all, and our league actively promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in soccer.
Sportsmanship and Character: We believe that character development is just as important as athletic development. Through the league, we instill values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, and leadership in our players. We strive to produce not only exceptional soccer players but also outstanding individuals who positively contribute to their communities.
GA Teams
Sac United fields six GA teams, including U13, U14, U15, U16, U17, and U19 teams that train 4 times a week and play a nationwide schedule. Trainings follow a structured curriculum.
Our GA Program
- 4 practices per week + video session
- Experienced & Licensed Coaches
- Sac United Girls Academy teams train at Granite Regional Park
- Each team plays approximately 15-22 league games, including games at National Showcases
- Can compete in NPL (contingent on qualification per age group)
- Athletic Trainers at every home game
- Girls Academy Playoffs if teams qualify
- Players can play in High School
- Strength & conditioning 2x a week with G6 Performance
- GA teams train for 10 months
- GA patch on home/away jersey sleeves.
- VEO Game Recordings – All games filmed with the ability to create highlight clips
- Individual Player Development Plans (IDP)
- Exposure to college coaches
- Exposure to US Youth National Team scouts/coaches
- Female Only League – GA dedicated to the betterment of the female game.
NorthWest Talent ID Event
Every year, the GA’s Northwest Conference will organize a regional Talent ID event, which will be hosted by a regional club showcasing some of the finest talent within the Northwest Conference. The purpose of the Talent ID event is to provide invited players with exposure to opportunities for success at the highest levels. This will be achieved through classroom sessions, on-field training exercises, and full-game experiential learning sessions with college scouts and coaches in attendance. Following the regional event, the top players identified from each conference’s Talent ID event will receive invitations to participate in National ID crossover matches held at both National and Regional GA events.
Cost
Financial Commitments can be seen here
Uniform
The 2023/24 season will be the 2nd year of the uniform cycle (two years). New players will need to purchase the uniform from Kombat Soccer. Once teams are formed, managers will send out information on required items to purchase and how to order.
Additional Cost
Uniforms and travel
NOTE: GA teams have extensive travel within the region (Bay Area & Central Valley) . Coach travel expenses are in addition to team fees.
ARE YOU READY?
If you are interested in joining our GA Program. Register to our Prospective Player Registration using the link below.
