Springs Soccer Club: Shaping Champions Both On and Off the Field

Springs Soccer Club: Shaping Champions Both On and Off the Field

By Ashley Ferraro

Springs Soccer Club stands as a local beacon of excellence in youth development. Founded just four short years ago, it quickly became one of the most influential youth programs in the community and is Coral Springs’ sole recognized travel soccer program. Under the guidance of Executive Director Laurie Thomas and Director of Methodology Roger Thomas, SSC provides a comprehensive protocol to shape players into champions, both on and off the field.

From its humble start with three teams, SSC has grown significantly, now fielding approximately 36 teams. This significant growth demonstrates the club’s dedication to offering a high-quality soccer experience to players of all ages and skill levels. From the introductory program, First Touch, for five-year-old’s to ADP+ (U6-U8), to Academy (U9-U12), and finally, to the National Premier League girls and boys travel programs (U13-U19), SSC provides a pathway for every aspiring player to excel.

ADP+ is SSC’s advanced development program. Led by Kate Wilson, this competitive 10-month program builds upon the traditional ADP program, providing players more time with the ball and a strong    foundation for later transitioning into travel.

As the ADP+ Director and a competitive coach, Kate is one of SSC’s three female leaders, in addition to Laurie Thomas and Jordan Edouard. Jordan oversees the girls’ National Premier League (NPL) travel program, which supports players through high school and, finally, helps them transition to college. Coach Matey Mateev is the NPL Boys Director, in which the boys 2011, 2010 teams are currently leading the league and in first place and the 2007 boys are in second place. This is a great accomplishment and testament to the SSC and coaching staff.

SSC is eagerly anticipating its upcoming College ID Camp for girls and boys, which will take place on March 23-24. This event will provide college coaches with the opportunity to scout players and simultaneously expose players to college-level training sessions.

SSC has hired multiple female coaches and sees an increasing number of young female players each year, which is a reflection of the club’s commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive soccer community. The club takes great strides in developing female role models, building up young girls, and supporting pathways for both genders through high school and into college.

Beyond developing skills on the field, SSC instills essential values such as character, connection, competence, competitiveness, and confidence in its players. Through a holistic approach to player development, the club aims to inspire players to become the best versions of themselves. Players are encouraged to take ownership of their development, fostering a growth mindset that will serve them well in soccer and in life.

To support this mission, SSC emphasizes the critical role parents play in their child’s development. Aligning players, coaches, and families is necessary to create a culture that is supportive of each player’s individual success, and the success of the club.

At the core of Springs Soccer Club is a dedicated team of coaches, mentors, and administrators who are passionate about soccer and invested in the growth of every player. Led by experienced professionals with backgrounds in both playing and coaching soccer at the highest levels, the club provides an unmatched experience, developing players through various age-specific programs, promoting community engagement, and ultimately preparing students for college.

For more information, please visit www.springssoccerclub.com.

 

Springs Soccer Club: Shaping Champions Both On and Off the Field

 

 

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