The difference between Academy & Recreational soccer is the training and the competition. Normally, recreation will be coached by a volunteer parent who may have some experience in soccer, but very limited knowledge of coaching. In the Academy program, we have licensed professional coaches who are held to a standard dictated by our club philosophy by way of our First team. Academy teams will compete against other teams that are receiving the same type of training. Players in this program are dedicated to the sport and want to excel in the higher levels.