BOYS · U13–U19
National ACADEMY
League
A national platform organised by the country’s top
academy clubs — top-tier competition, player
identification and a national playoff structure that raises
NCAA visibility.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
NATIONAL ACADEMY LEAGUE | U13-U19 BOYS PHANTOM
The National Academy League is a boys’ platform organised by
the nation’s top academy clubs with the goal of enhancing each
club’s developmental pathway. Springs SC boys’ Phantom teams
compete in the platform, with the club’s first teams continuing in
MLS NEXT Academy.
The NAL was established to enhance the daily environment for
male student-athletes through a club-based development
platform. By emphasising top-tier competition, robust player
identification and a national playoff structure, the NAL allows
student-athletes to increase visibility at the NCAA level while
competing at the highest level domestically.
THE SSC NAL EXPERIENCE
● 4 field training sessions per week
● Goalkeeper training 2–3× per week
● Fall and spring league seasons
● 4–5 tournaments per season
● Video recording and analysis included
● Performance coach included
● National playoff structure and NCAA visibility
LEADERSHIP
LEADERSHIP
BOYS JUNIOR & SENIOR ASST. DIRECTOR
Camoy Williams
USSF 'C' LICENSE
BOYS JUNIOR & SENIOR ASST. DIRECTOR
Marcelo Valdivia
USSF 'C' LICENSE
DIRECTOR OF SOCCER PROGRAMS
ROGER THOMAS
USSF 'C' LICENSE
TEAMS
COACHING STAFF
NAL PHANTOM
U13
2014 Boys
Christopher Holness
U16
2011 Boys
Hugh Horne
U14
2013 Boys
Gregory D'Aguilar
U17
2010 Boys
Anthony Corbett
U15
2012 Boys
Javier Godoy
U18/19
2009-08 Boys
Mesac Celeste
NAL
SUPPORT STAFF
Goalkeeper Director
Marko Rajic
International Events & Travel
Bill Fisher
Finance / Membership Accounts
Brinlee Foreman · (513) 356-5951
Soccer Programs Director
Roger Thomas
Strength & Conditioning
Pedro Yunes
Administration & Uniforms
Gabriela Molina · (954) 643-0285
Scouting & Talent ID Manager
Freddy Ponton
Executive Director
Roger Thomas · (754) 368-7138
INVESTMENT
CLUB & TEAM FEES
Financial aid is available — refer to the Financial Aid page. Payment plans handled through PlayMetrics at registration.
Coral Springs, FL 33071
Coral Springs, FL 33076
QUESTIONS
NAL FAQS
What is the time commitment?
Four field training sessions per week, goalkeeper training two to three times per week, and fall and spring league seasons running August
1, 2026 through May 31, 2027. Teams attend four to five tournaments.
How do tryouts work?
Tryouts are posted on the Tryouts page and registered through PlayMetrics. Add dates, locations, and what to bring
How do evaluations and team placement work?
Register for an evaluation through the club. Players are seen by the coaching staff and directors, and placement is confirmed by team
offer through PlayMetrics. A $25 payment accepts the team position within 24–48 hours of the offer. Questions about placement go to your
coach or the program director.
Is travel required?
Yes. Springs competes in the NAL’s South Florida Conference, and the calendar includes the NAL Boys Crossover Fest in Naples plus
events across the state. Travel and entry costs are additional to the club fee.
What does the fee include, and are payment plans available?
The club fee is $3,500. It covers coaching and a performance coach, game day operations, registration and insurance, league fees and
required entry showcases, team equipment, video recording and analysis, and PlayMetrics. Payment plans are available for every team.
What is the refund and withdrawal policy?
Refer to the refund policy signed during registration. Any specific questions can go to [email protected].
READY TO COMPETE AT THE
HIGHEST LEVEL?
Register for NAL tryouts for the 2026–27 season.