What is the Development Academy?
The US Soccer Development Academy program is the highest level of youth soccer in the United States. Managed and facilitated directly by the United States Soccer Federation, FC United is one of a select few (one of two girls clubs and one of three boys clubs in the Chicagoland area) clubs to offer this pathway for its elite-level players.
Our Development Academy (DA) ID Clinics are training sessions that help our Directors and staff identify talented players for this elite-level program. Only elite-level, serious, and competitive soccer players will be considered for the program. While the players are participating on the field, an FCU Director will run an informational meeting to educate parents on our club, our Development Academy program, and the pathway for players to development within our club.
The Academy Program focuses on positively impacting everyday club environments to assist in maximizing youth player development across the country. The Academy values individual development of elite players over winning trophies and titles. The Academy sets the standard for elite environments for youth soccer clubs nationwide and is a part of U.S. Soccer's global leadership position in youth soccer that will impact thousands of players.
The Development Academy offers:
- Exposure to the U.S. Youth National Team Opportunities
- College Recruiting at 3 Top Showcases
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- All Games Recorded and Accessible for Recruiting and Video Analysis
- Medical Staff Available at all Games
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Why Choose FC United Development Academy?
Discover individual mastery of the game. Be part of a team at the highest level of play. We work to create collegiate level opportunities for every player.
At FC United DA, we will train each athlete at the highest level of play. Different from other Development Academies, FC United Development Academy goes beyond the basic DA offerings to give each player an exceptional soccer experience.
The FC United Development Academy experience includes:
- National Brand Reputation
- Top, Qualified Coaches
- Individualized College Recruiting Assistance
- Nutritional Support
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- Individual Player Evaluations
- Best Facilities
- Individual Game Video Analysis
- FC United DA College Showcase
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Ages
2008 - 2001 Girls
Girls ID Clinic: December 7, 2019
Location: Highland Park Fieldhouse (The Bubble), 2205 Skokie Valley Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035
- 2008: 8:00 - 9:30am
- 2007: 8:00 - 9:30am
- 2006: 9:30 - 11:00am
- 2005: 11:00 - 12:30pm
- 2004: 12:30 - 2:00pm
- 2003: 2:00 - 3:30pm
- 2002: 2:00 - 3:30pm
- 2001: 2:00 - 3:30pm
Girls ID Clinic: January 4, 2020
Location: Highland Park Fieldhouse (The Bubble), 2205 Skokie Valley Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035
- 2008: 8:00 - 9:15am
- 2007: 8:00 - 9:15am
- 2006: 9:15 - 10:30am
- 2005: 10:30 - 11:45am
- 2004: 11:45 - 1:15pm
- 2003: 11:45 - 1:15pm
- 2002: 11:45 - 1:15pm
- 2001: 11:45 - 1:15pm
Girls ID Clinic: March 6, 2020
Location: Falcon Fields, 3090 N Lake Terrace, Glenview IL 60026
- 2007: 5:30 - 6:45pm
- 2006: 6:45 - 8:00pm
FCUda Girls' Staff
Steve morris, Development Academy Director
steve.m@fcuda.com
(847) 386-6579
Fabrice Gautrat, Development Academy Girls Assistant Director
fabrice.g@fcunitedpremier.com
(661) 755-8897