WHAT IS AN ACADEMY AFFILIATE?
Select youth soccer clubs can be eligible to become affiliates to the Orlando City Academy. The clubs that rebrand as Orlando City Soccer Schools strive towards a common goal of growing the game while providing the best possible resources, education, and developmental opportunities to all members both on and off the field.
Philosophy
“Orlando City plays possession soccer under all circumstances.”
We attempt to set the standard of play, forcing the opponent to adjust to our tempo. We must encourage our players to compete and win games, but never compromise our style. Our Club wide Methodology, Curriculum, and session plans are customized to meet each player at their specific level.
Developing honorable men and women is a vital component inside our philosophy. Players must be able to carry themselves correctly when making it to the professional world, on and off the field. Orlando City will cultivate the necessary skills to mold players to be model citizens and to lead by example at all times. We must develop great players but most importantly, we must develop exceptional human beings.
Affiliate Benefits
🏆Club
✓ Redesign of club crest (If Soccer School)
✓ Permitted use of the Orlando City brand
✓ Orlando City autographed jersey
✓ Annual market visits & experiences with Orlando City Academy coaching staff
✓ Discounted tickets at Exploria Stadium
✓ Priority access and pricing to Orlando City youth hosted competitions
✓ Unparalleled access to Orlando City Senior team and Orlando City Academy
⚽ Player
✓ Top players participate in All-Star Experiences
✓ Opportunity to be recommended to an OC Academy team
✓ Complete player to pro pathway
✓ Resources and support for players in their college recruitment process.
👨 Coach
✓ Orlando City Coaching Observation days
✓ Coaching educations led by Orlando City Academy coaches
✓ City Sessions (access to Orlando City Academy curriculum)
✓ Connectivity and consultation from Orlando City Academy technical staff
👑 Director
✓ Participation in Director’s Summits
✓ Monthly calls with Orlando City, involving front office and technical staff
✓ Direct access to consultation from full time staff of Orlando City
👪 Parent
✓ Behind the scenes access for Orlando City events (OC training, chalk talks, etc.)
✓ Discounted tournament prices
✓ Discounted tickets to OC and OP games
✓ OCYSN Uniform Scholarship Program
✓ Educational resources tied to our clubs and player development practices