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2017-18 BOYS ECNL CONFERENCE PREVIEWS
The Boys Elite Clubs National League (Boys ECNL) was founded to improve the daily environment for boys youth soccer players through a collaborative club-based development program featuring competition, player identification, and coaching and club development platforms.
The Boys ECNL is based on the values of grass-roots collaboration and innovation, and supports the independence and freedom of coaches and clubs to fully manage the development path for their players, including the system and style of play, the competitive calendar, and all aspects of the development path.
SOUTHEAST CONFERENCE
1 - Tennessee Soccer Club2 - CESA3 - Alabama FC4 - GSA5 - NTH-NASA6 - Concorde Fire7 - Atlanta Fire United8- Armada FC Youth Academy9 - Florida Elite SA10 - Tampa Bay United Rowdies11 - Florida Kraze12 - Orlando City
Top teams from the Southeast Conference of the Boys ECNL, based on their conference standing, will qualify for the Eastern ENPL Playoffs in June. These teams will meet top teams from other Boys ECNL Conferences and other NPL leagues across the eastern half of the country to compete in post-season play. More information on the ENPL is available at www.elitenationalpremierleague.com.
ELITE NATIONAL PREMIER LEAGUE
ALABAMA FC ABOUT: Alabama FC was created as the proper player pathway for the elite soccer player through the environment, match day experience, and collegiate exposure. Alabama FC is a full service soccer club whose goal is to serve all who want to play soccer within our local communities, the state of Alabama and beyond. It is our goal that through the beautiful game of soccer, that we will teach our players proper life values of hard work, determination, accountability and sportsmanship.
CITY: Birmingham, Alabama ESTABLISHED: 2006
HOME FACILITY: Sportsblast Soccer Complex
# OF MALE PLAYERS: 3000
WEBSITE: www.birminghamunited.com TWITTER: @Bham_United
ALABAMA FC COACHING STAFFDirector of Coaching/ECNL Director - Ben Parks
U14 & U16 - Manny Sanchez U15 & U18/U19 - Tommy Coachran U17 - Ben Parks
Support Staff - Valentine Odongo & Nathan Archard
“We are pleased with the current state of Alabama FC within the framework of Boys ECNL.. Creating an environment of high
expectations will always be at the forefront, both on and off the field. We look forward to the competitive standard and the
challenges the Southeast Conference will provide. ” -Ben Parks, Alabama FC Director of Coaching
2017-18 PLAYERS
TO WATCHU17-PARKER
LEAGUE
U18/U19-CLAY HOLSTAD
U18/U19-JACK BAPST
U16-LUKEBRYANT
U18/U19-BROOKS RICE
U15-DANIELKUTSCH
U17-ERICBESSE
U14-LUCASRIZZO
U17-LOGANFROST
U13-ANDREWTHOMPSON
ARMADA FC YOUTH ACADEMY
ARMADA FC COACHING STAFFDirector of Coaching - Rob Holstein Boys ECNL Director - Pat Cannon
U13 & U15 - Leto Alibaruho U14 - Rob Holstein U16 & U18/U19 - Joey Barrett
U17 - Daniel Villarreal GK Coach - Daryl Sattler
“We are thrilled to take part in the inaugural season of the Boys ECNL. This opportunity will provide a great player
development platform for our boys, as it has done for our girls program.”
-Pat Cannon, Armada FC Boys ECNL Director
2017-18 PLAYERS
TO WATCH
ABOUT: The ECNL Mission at Armada FC Youth Academy is to provide a program in the state of Florida and southeast region, where players who have demonstrated the ability and commitment to play at the highest level can receive the advanced training and the competitive playing environment required to compete successfully statewide, regionally and at a national level.
CITY: Jacksonville, Florida ESTABLISHED: 1977
HOME FACILITY: Patton Park
# OF MALE PLAYERS: 2000
WEBSITE: www.armadafcyouth.com TWITTER: @armadafcyouth
U17-VANSLABICKI
U18/U19-JOSH SPIRCOFF
U14-JO JIMENEZ
U16-BRIANSCHAEFER
U14-CHARLIEMEEHAN
U16-URIELZARRACAN
U13-SANDERSDUNN
U15-JAKEMEEHAN
U13-ZACHARYSIEVERT
ATLANTA FIRE UNITED SOCCER ASSOCIATION
ABOUT: Atlanta Fire United Soccer Association is a youth organization which offers all levels of play for young people from 4 to 19 years of age. Promotes an active, healthy lifestyle and love for the “beautiful game.” Atlanta Fire United SA develops complete soccer players with key core values which we believe provide our players the best opportunity to succeed at the next level whether that is high school, college, professional soccer or life outside of competitive sports.
CITY: Duluth, Georgia ESTABLISHED: 1980
HOME FACILITY: Scott Hudgens Park
# OF MALE PLAYERS: 1100
WEBSITE: www.atlantaunitedsoccer.com TWITTER: @atlantaunitedsa
ATLANTA FIRE COACHING STAFF Director of Coaching/ Boys ECNL Director - Mirza Mustafic
U13 & U18/U19 - Everett Webb U14 - Stephen George U15 - Alex Pineda “Chacon”
U16 & U17 - Mirza Mustafic
“We are really excited about the Inaugural Boys ECNL Season. ECNL is a fantastic organization and we
look forward to providing a great experience to our players.”
-Mirza Mustafic, Atlanta Fire Director of Coaching
2017-18 PLAYERS
TO WATCHU16-TRACEBLANTON
U17-BROOKSHOOVER
U18/U19-CHRIS SPAID
U15-JOSHUAGONZALEZ
U17-SEBASTIANLA CAVA
U15-BERNARDOPEREZ
U17-JONATHANLAURENT
U14-KYLEBLACK
U17-MARLEYSTEPHENSON
U14-ALEXFORRAND
CAROLINA ELITESOCCER ACADEMY (CESA)
ABOUT: Carolina Elite Soccer Academy is committed to providing every player within our program the opportunity to achieve his or her individual goals with respect to soccer. CESA’s mission is to develop and implement an athletic performance program for CESA athletes that will enhance the wellbeing of an athlete through strength and conditioning, injury prevention, rehabilitation, nutrition, and educational programming.
CITY: Greenville, South Carolina ESTABLISHED: 2004
HOME FACILITY: MESA Soccer Complex # OF MALE PLAYERS: 1500
WEBSITE: www.carolinaelitesc.com TWITTER: @CESA2004
CESA COACHING STAFFExecutive Directors - Andrew Hyslop & Pearse Tormey
Boys ECNL Director - Russell Shelley & Nick Finotti
U13 - David Minihan U14 & U15 - Russell Shelley U16, U17 & U18/U19 - Nick Finotti
Director of Goalkeeping - Nick Garilas Performance Director - Jeff Haigler
“Our club has been a long time advocate for the ECNL platform and the benefits it can offer to our
membership. We are looking forward to being a part of the inaugural season of the Boys ECNL and see a
bright future for the league.”-Andrew Hyslop, CESA Co-Executive Director
2017-18 PLAYERS
TO WATCHU15-DARIAN
DIXON
U18/U19-MACEONURUETA
U18/U19-ANDREWHALLORAN
U14-PATRICKCAYELLI
U17-CONORDOWLER
U14-RYAN CHEA
U16-EDINALECKOVIC
U13-BENKORZELIUS
CONCORDE FIREABOUT: Since 1982, Concorde Fire has had success in many areas of the game of soccer from the early teaching of young people to play the game through the development of teams to be state champions. Concorde Fire strives to achieve excellence through outstanding coaching, outstanding fields, special programs and a competitive spirit. We are proud of the success of each player, each team, each coach, each parents and each friend that contributes to that success.
CITY: Atlanta, Georgia ESTABLISHED: 1982
HOME FACILITY: Georgia Soccer Park
# OF MALE PLAYERS: 1300
WEBSITE: www.concordefire.com
CONCORDE FIRE COACHING STAFF Director of Coaching/Boys ECNL Director - Ken Kurilec
Overall ECNL Director - Gregg Blasingame
U14 - Ryan Pollard U15 - Ricardo Montoya U16 - Ken Kurilec
U17 - Suhki Bal U18/U19 - Gregg Blasingame
“We are very excited to be a member of the Boys ECNL program and look forward to the upcoming
season.”-Gregg Blasingame, Concorde Fire Boys ECNL Director
2017-18 PLAYERS
TO WATCHU17-RYAN
SCHAUFELE
U18/U19-KAMERON GORST
U18/U19-BRYAN CRUZ
U17-NATHANIELWARD
U18/U19-CHANDLER SHARP
U16-REECEDEEGAN
U18/U19-WITTSPERAU
U16-JAKELOCKLEAR
U18/U19-SETHTOKANEL
FLORIDA ELITE SOCCER ACADEMY
ABOUT: Florida Elite Soccer Academy pledges to be a Full Service Soccer Organization dedicated to the growth and enrichment of its participating members. A player-centric approach fosters individual confidence along with team success. These goals will be achieved through hard work, dedication and the complete commitment to every level of player from Recreational to Elite. Florida Elite SA teaches players a style of soccer emphasizing passing and possession of the ball. The philosophy is consistent throughout the club so every team and individual learns a similar style of play. This leads to team success while promoting the continual growth and development of our players.
CITY: Jacksonville, Florida ESTABLISHED: 2014
HOME FACILITY: Veterans Park & St. Johns Florida # OF MALE PLAYERS:
WEBSITE: www.floridaelitesa.com TWITTER: @FloridaEliteSA
FLORIDA ELITE COACHING STAFFDirector of Coaching - Sean Bubb Boys ECNL Director - John McLelland
U13 & U17 - Sean Bubb U14, U15, U16 & U18/U19 - John McLelland
“We are honored and privileged to be part of the league that has changed the face of youth soccer. This is a tremendous reward for our
players, parents, and coaching staff for their dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence. Florida Elite’s drive to bring
opportunities of the highest level for its players and parents runs parallel to everything the ECNL has stood for and built over the past decade. We are delighted to become part of the number one youth
soccer league in the country. -Sean Bubb, Florida Elite Director of Coaching
2017-18 PLAYERS
TO WATCHU16-
JACK DEARIE
U18/U19-ROBERT SOBOL
U18/U19-ZANE BUBB
U16-BRADYJOHNSON
U17-ARMINCORDIC
U15-AMAR MESIC
U17-RIVERGUTHERIE
U15-JOEYMUELLER
U17-ANDERSONTUCKER
U15-MARTINPINEIROS
2300
FLORIDA KRAZE
FLORIDA KRAZE COACHING STAFFDirector of Coaching - Joe Avallone Boys ECNL Director - Fabio Tamayo
U13 - Ray Sandidge U14 - Joe Avallone U15 & U17 - Fabio Tamayo U16 & U18/U19 - Derron Cornwall
“As the Boys ECNL continues to grow the game throughout the country, we are humble to be a part of this
organization. We feel this is one of the top platforms across the country that provides the best exposure for their
membership.”-Hue Menzies, Florida Kraze Executive Director
2017-18 PLAYERS
TO WATCH
ABOUT: Florida Kraze Krush Soccer (FKK) is the premier youth soccer organization in Central Florida, providing unparalleled soccer training and playing opportunities. We emphasize full player development. It’s not just about winning – it’s about developing a lifelong set of skills to help players succeed both on and off the field. Florida Kraze/Krush provides the highest level of soccer instruction to children of all ages and at all skill levels. From our youngest soccer enthusiasts to premier-level athletes, FKK is devoted to helping children dream big and realize their goals.
CITY: Oviedo, Florida ESTABLISHED: 2013
HOME FACILITY: Central Winds Park # OF MALE PLAYERS: 792
WEBSITE: www.floridakrazekrush.com TWITTER: @flkrazekrush
U14-RYANAVALLONE
U17-PARKWICKIZER
U18/U19-A.J. EVANS
U14-CADENVODELBACHER
U15-JAKE JOYCE
U13-ETHANSTEFFERS
U15-MARCOMALABUYO
U13-SHANEWRIGHT
GWINNETT SOCCER ASSOCIATION (GSA)
ABOUT: Gwinnett Soccer Academy strives to provide opportunities for youth in our community and surrounding communities to play the sport of soccer at any level of play. We believe in growing the individual both and off the field, and leveraging sport as an opportunity for youth to learn valuable life lessons.
CITY: Lilburn, Georgia ESTABLISHED: 1976
HOME FACILITY: GSA Soccer Complex
# OF MALE PLAYERS: 800
WEBSITE: www.gsasoccer.com TWITTER: @GSASoccer
GSA COACHING STAFFDirector of Coaching/Boys ECNL Director - Nuno Piteira
U14 - Jimmy Carrion U15 - Sean Garnett U16 & U17 - Nuno Pitiera U18/U19 - Steven Fraser
“We are excited to be a founding member club of the Boys ECNL. After watching the success of the Girls ECNL,
we are honored to help raise the level of boys soccer across the country through an amazing, club-centric league. The impact the ECNL has had on grass roots
soccer is unparalleled, and we look forward to embracing the holistic approach to raising the standard of our game!”
-Nuno Piteira, GSA Director of Coaching
2017-18 PLAYERS
TO WATCHU18/U19-COOPER
BOWEN
U16-JORDAN BEAM
U17-NICKGREENE
U18/U19-KYLEGARNETT
U16-NICOLAS MAIER
U17-ALEXIITURRIA
U15-ANGELZAVALA
U14-JAYLENYEARWOOD
NTH-NASAABOUT: NTH-NASA will provide an opportunity for youth players of all ages and abilities to play. We are focused on fostering a competitive environment at the highest levels of the game. It is the NTH-NASA goal to be the best youth soccer club in the country at all levels of the game. We are set on creating an organization that sustains the club over time, while contributing to the community, and provides valu-able life experiences for kids.
CITY: Marietta, Georgia ESTABLISHED: 2004
HOME FACILITY: Metro Park
# OF MALE PLAYERS: 500
WEBSITE: www.NTH-NASA.com TWITTER: @nasa_tophat
NTH-NASA COACHING STAFFDirector of Coaching/Boys ECNL Director - Ray Tomlin
U14 - Bruce Wade U15 & U16 - Todd Gispert U17 - Ibrahim Abousaud U18/U19 - Dan Pietro
“NTH-NASA is very excited about the start of the Boys ECNL season. Based on the success of the Girls ECNL, this
could be the league that clubs in the Southeast were waiting for!”
-Ray Tomlin, NTH-NASA Director of Coaching
2017-18 PLAYERS
TO WATCHU16-DARVINVALEZQUEZ
U18/U19-RAMON MUNOZ
U18/U19-ANGELGONZALEZ
U15-ZACHARYADKINS
U17-ALEXOLVERA
U15-BRYCEGRIFFITH
U17-BRANDONSYDNOR
U14-KEVIN CRUZ
U16-JUANALDACO
U14-NABILHAMRANG
ORLANDO CITY YOUTHSOCCER CLUB
ABOUT: Orlando City is the preeminent youth club in Central Florida. Our core values include player development, coach development, parent education and facilities development. We aspire to provide our players the opportunity to compete in the highest levels of competition that they seek to achieve through their development. We pride ourselves as being a full-service club that provides players access to competitive and recreational platforms that serve as pathways to professional and collegiate soccer while establishing a life long love for the game!
CITY: Sanford, Florida ESTABLISHED: 1981
HOME FACILITY: Seminole Soccer Complex # OF MALE PLAYERS: 1150
WEBSITE: www.orlandocitysc.com/youth TWITTER: @OCYouthSoccer
ORLANDO CITY COACHING STAFFDirector of Coaching - Paul Shaw Boys ECNL Director - Jonathan Adams
U13 & U18/U19 - Phil Gordon U14 & U17 - Eric Sellick U15 & U16 - Jonathan Adams
Director of Goalkeeping - Louis Libatore
“Orlando City is honored to have been selected as one of the founding member clubs to compete in the Boys ECNL in its inaugural year. We
are excited about the opportunity to help our players develop within this new competitive platform and we are looking forward to being a part
of a league that we believe will have a tremendously positive impact on youth soccer in the United States for many years to come.”
-Paul Shaw, Orlando City Director of Coaching
2017-18 PLAYERS
TO WATCHU17-BRANTON
SAUNDERS
U18/U19-MAXTORRES
U18/U19-MAVERICK BORING
U16-RILEYARMSTRONG
U18/U19-OLIVERVERAS
U16-JACOB PEREZ
U17-RODOLFOALVAREZ
U16-KELVINZINCK
U17-ZACHPERRY
U15-NICOLASODDI
TAMPA BAY UNITED ROWDIES
ABOUT: Tampa Bay United Rowdies Soccer Club is dedicated to the development of the sport of soccer from the youth player through adult levels. We are devoted to the principles of maximum effort and fair play and to impart knowledge, respect and a life-long love for the game. We strive to teach, develop and enhance the fundamentals of the sport at all levels so players can reach their full potential in the game. We offer opportunities to participate and advance in the sport for youth recreational and competitive players, adult players, and semi-professional players.
CITY: Tampa, Florida ESTABLISHED: 3000
HOME FACILITY: Ed Radice Park # OF MALE PLAYERS: 700
TAMPA BAY UNITED ROWDIES COACHING STAFFDirector of Coaching - Maurice “Mo” Loregnard Boys ECNL Director - Kelvin Jones
U14 & U15 - Eddie Ababio U16 - Carlos Rodriquez U17 - Kelvin Jones U18/U19 - Eric Sims
“Tampa Bay United Rowdies is honored to be a member of the Boys ECNL. This is a huge reward for our membership and
coaching staff who have created an environment that promotes hard work and a commitment to excellence. Adding
to that culture, we are now a member of one of the top youth soccer leagues in the country.”
-Maurice Loregnard, Tampa Bay United Rowdies Director of Coaching
2017-18 PLAYERS
TO WATCHU16-JAKE
RODRIQUEZ
U17-BRENNANBREUER
U18/U19-TRAVISFOSTER
U16-JACKSONBEAUDRY
U17-JEFFERYMASSER
U15-BAYLENYOUNG
U17-ROBBIESORONELLAS
U13-ANTHONYARSCOTT
U16-JILMARROBALINO
U13-BEN DEAKIN
TENNESSEE SOCCER CLUBABOUT: Tennessee Soccer Club’s mission is to foster a Love and Passion for soccer by developing players, supporting coaches,communicating with and appreciating parents, and positively impacting our community. We want players to: Compete with Integrity, Character, and Sportsmanship; Provide a positive environment dedicated to the continuing development of youth players, who demonstrate talent, commitment, and a desire to excel in the sport of soccer and; Develop players physically, mentally, technically, tactically, and socially.
CITY: Franklin, Tennessee ESTABLISHED: 2012
HOME FACILITY: Williamson County Soccer Complex
# OF MALE PLAYERS: 700
WEBSITE: www.tennesseesoccerclub.org TWITTER: @TSCECNL
TENNESSEE SC COACHING STAFFDirector of Coaching - Stuart Brown Boys ECNL Director - Dean Blain
U13 - Stephen Jordan U14 - Eric Bossman U15 & U17 - Stuart Brown U16 - Sandy Pollock
U18/U19 - Kyle Roelke
“We are thrilled to be part of the Inaugural Boys ECNL Season. It is an honor to be a part of this program, and we are excited to
see our players develop within the ECNL environment.” -Stuart Brown, Tennessee SC Director of Coaching
2017-18 PLAYERS
TO WATCH
U15-NOLANCOLLADAY
U17-AXEL MORALES
U17-HENRYHYLBERT
U15-JAKE LOWE
U17-WILLTURNER
U15-REIDMCADAMS
U16-QUINNKUNATH
U14-FORRESTWELLS
U16-SHEWITWORTON
U13-ADRIANBYASIIMA
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