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Orlando City SC

Orlando, FL

About the Club

Orlando City SC Academy aims to be a leading and successful academy in Major League Soccer and the United States. They offer a program designed to maximize youth players' potential while emphasizing good sportsmanship and respect. The academy provides a pathway for players aged 8-19 to potentially reach professional and collegiate levels. The program is player-focused and structured into Junior Academy and Senior Academy, with teams determined by age and skill level. Players are coached in the Orlando City system and philosophy by professional coaches. The academy participates in various leagues, including MLS Next, NAL, NPL FSPL, and GCF, providing opportunities for different skill levels. Orlando City Soccer Schools, located across Central Florida, serve as youth embassies connected to the professional club, offering exposure to scouting opportunities and following the club's development models.

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