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Selective · Application Required Columbus, Ohio

The Pro Academy
Experience
Like No Other.

For competitive players — Saints, ECNL, MLS NEXT, ODP & high-level club

Train under Southampton FC’s elite development methodology. UEFA-licensed coaches. Four days that challenge you technically, tactically, and mentally — and a chance to take your game to England.

✈️
Opportunity of a Lifetime
Southampton FC Academy coaches will select 1 player per age group to attend a player development camp in England — over Thanksgiving. Only expense is flights.
$479
per player · 4-day intensive
July 5–8, 2026
Columbus, Ohio ·
🎓 UEFA LicensedCoaching staff
👥 Limited spotsPer age group
U9 – U16Boys & Girls
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4 Age groups
4 Days intensive
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SFA Clinic Schedule Cards
2026 Schedule · July 5–8

Choose Your
Age Group

Boys & Girls groups are separated. Select the block that matches your player's age.

Jul 5–8
2026
U9 & U10
Boys & Girls
Daily training block
10:00AM – 12:00PM
2 hours · 4 days
🎓UEFA-licensed coaches
🤖SoccerBot360
Southampton FC methodology
👥Limited spots
-- days away
Apply — U9/U10 →
U11 & U12
Boys & Girls
Daily training block
12:30PM – 2:30PM
2 hours · 4 days
🎓UEFA-licensed coaches
🤖SoccerBot360
Southampton FC methodology
👥Limited spots
-- days away
Apply — U11/U12 →
U13 & U14
Boys & Girls
Daily training block
3:00PM – 5:00PM
2 hours · 4 days
🎓UEFA-licensed coaches
🤖SoccerBot360
Southampton FC methodology
👥Limited spots
-- days away
Apply — U13/U14 →
U15 & U16
Boys & Girls
Daily training block
3:00PM – 5:00PM
2 hours · 4 days
🎓UEFA-licensed coaches
🤖SoccerBot360
Southampton FC methodology
👥Limited spots
-- days away
Apply — U15/U16 →
SFA Clinic Eligibility Section
Southampton FC Pro Academy Experience

Who It's For &
What to Expect

Who Qualifies
This clinic is selective — players are reviewed before acceptance
Competitive club players
Currently playing at ECNL, MLS NEXT, ODP, or high-level club level
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Ages U9 through U16
Boys & Girls welcome — groups are separated by age and gender
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Come mentally and physically prepared
This is a once-in-a-career opportunity — treat it that way. Southampton FC Academy coaches will be watching every session. Players who arrive ready, focused, and hungry are the ones who get noticed. Take it seriously. The chance to train in England is real.
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Application reviewed by coaches
Players are accepted based on level, experience, and fit — to protect the training standard for all attendees
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What to Expect
4 days of elite-level training that challenges every aspect of your game
✈️
Opportunity of a Lifetime
Southampton FC Academy coaches will select 1 player per age group to attend a player development camp in England over Thanksgiving. The only expense is flights — everything else is covered.
🎓
Southampton FC's academy methodology
The same development system used to produce Premier League players — applied to your game
💬
Continuous coach feedback
Technical and tactical guidance every session — not just at the end of the week

"My son attended SFA's Pro camp and ended up being selected to train in England with Southampton FC Academy coaches — one of the proudest moments of our family's year. Camp. England. A totally transformed player. When he came home, I barely recognized his game — sharper, smarter, and playing at a level I didn't think he'd reach for years. But what really stunned us was who he was when he came back. Not just a better player, but a more confident, driven young man. SFA changed his game and his mindset."

— Jason W., Saints Pro Camp Parent
Ready to apply?
July 5–8, 2026 · $479
Limited spots per age group · Application reviewed within 48 hours

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Elite Southampton FC Pro Experience

Southampton FC soccer clinic in Columbus Ohio with youth players training on field

Players participating in an elite Southampton FC soccer clinic in Columbus, Ohio.

Train under the guidance of elite coaches using Southampton FC’s player development methodology. This clinic is built to challenge players technically, tactically, and mentally in a high-performance environment.

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Professional Soccer Development Program

Our UEFA-licensed coaching environment focuses on total player development. Each session is designed to help players improve in the areas that matter most for long-term success:

  • Technical precision and ball mastery
  • Cognitive decision-making
  • Tactical awareness
  • Confidence under pressure
  • Leadership and character development

2026 Southampton FC Pro Academy Experience Schedule

July 5–8, 2026

Choose the correct age-group training block below (Boys & Girls groups are separated):

  • U9 & U10: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • U11 & U12: 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
  • U13 & U14 | U15 & U16: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM


Program Highlights

  • Elite UEFA-licensed coaching
  • Southampton FC Pro Academy training methodology
  • Structured age-group training
  • High-level technical and tactical development
  • Advanced players, Competitive and professional learning environment
  • Limited spots to maintain quality coaching attention

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What are the best soccer clinics near me in Columbus, Ohio?

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Who should attend this soccer clinic in Columbus, Ohio?

This soccer clinic is designed for serious youth players in Columbus, Ohio who are currently playing at a competitive club or academy level (ECNL, MLS NEXT, or similar). It is ideal for players looking to improve technical skills, tactical awareness, and decision-making.


When is the Southampton FC soccer clinic in Columbus, Ohio?

The 2026 Southampton FC Pro Academy Experience in Columbus will take place:

July 5–8, 2026

  • U9 & U10: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

  • U11 & U12: 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM

  • U13 & U14: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM


How is this different from other soccer clinics in Columbus, Ohio?

Unlike traditional soccer clinics, this program focuses on elite player development using Southampton FC’s academy methodology. Players train in a structured, high-intensity environment that emphasizes:

  • Technical mastery

  • Tactical intelligence

  • Faster decision-making

  • Game-realistic training scenarios

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What should players bring to a soccer clinic in Columbus, Ohio?

Players should come prepared with:

  • Soccer cleats
  • Shin guards
  • Water bottle
  • Light and dark training shirts

All training equipment is provided.


Do players receive feedback during the clinic?

Yes. Players receive continuous coaching feedback throughout the clinic, including technical and tactical guidance. At our Columbus location, players may also receive data-driven insights using advanced training technology.


How long are daily sessions at this soccer clinic?

Each session lasts 2 hours per day over 4 days, providing focused, high-quality training without unnecessary downtime.


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