USL1 South Georgia Tormenta FC

Tormenta FC Academy Breaks Down Barriers to Youth Soccer

April 18, 2019 - United Soccer League One (USL1)
South Georgia Tormenta FC News Release


The direct pathway to professional play is now a reality for youth soccer players in the South Georgia area. Cost is one of the significant barriers to youth soccer participation, and this year, Tormenta FC Academy will finance youth soccer fees for three teams: 2007 boys, 2007 girls and 2006 boys. This includes all financial obligations such as registration, uniforms, league and tournament fees, training camps and travel to accommodate the "professional" experience .

Through a coalition of donors and corporate sponsorships, Tormenta FC Academy has created this pilot program for three teams that will determine the feasibility of eliminating the pay to play model for all members of the Academy's top level teams. The model will identify and cultivate the top soccer talent in the area while removing a significant barrier to participation.

"Tormenta FC Academy is extremely excited about being the leader in youth sports in creating opportunities for players that may not have otherwise been available," Brad Nein, Director of Youth Soccer at Tormenta FC Academy said. "We look forward to building and growing this transformational experience."

For information and registration for Tormenta FC Academy Tryouts, contact Brad Nein at 912-257-3989 or bnein@tormentafc.com.

South Georgia Tormenta FC is a professional soccer franchise in Statesboro, Georgia that was founded in 2015. The club established itself as one of the premier USL League Two teams (formerly known as PDL) across the United States before joining USL League One as the founding member of the league. The club is constructing a new state-of-the-art 5,000-seat soccer-specific stadium in Statesboro. Planned to be built next to The Clubhouse on Old Register Road, the new venue will provide an exciting and authentic professional soccer experience for fans and players alike.

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