Ocala, FL – A new program from Sports at WEC is available for competitive soccer players in the Ocala area this summer season. The Academy 54 Player Development Program is designed to provide elite soccer training for competitive youth players from the comfort of World Equestrian Center – Ocala’s climate-controlled, indoor soccer fields in Exposition Center 2.
The Academy 54 Player Development Program is tailored for high-performing athletes ages 8 to 16. With a focus on individual skill development, technical proficiency, strategy and ball handling, this training program offers small group sessions aimed at honing the talent of promising soccer players. Divided into age-specific groups, the Academy 54 Player Development Program ensures age-appropriate training and skill progression.
The five-week program is scheduled to begin on July 9 and will run through August 8, offering twice-per-week sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Space is limited to ensure every athlete has the opportunity for individual attention from coaches.
Age Groups and Session Detail:
- Players Ages 8-10: 4pm – 5:30pm (12 Participants Accepted)
- Players Ages 11-13: 5:45pm – 7:15pm (12 Participants Accepted)
- Players Ages 14-16: 7:30pm – 9pm (12 Participants Accepted)
Head Coach and World Equestrian Center Director of Sports, Wyatt Stephens, outlines the key components of the program: “Players can expect real results by the end of this program,” says Stephens. “The [Academy 54 Player Development] Program offers a unique opportunity for dedicated players with a desire to increase their individual skills and technical ability to elevate their game right here in Ocala. We are looking forward to empowering young athletes that want to pursue the game at a higher level to reach their full potential both on and off the field.”
Registration for the Academy 54 Player Development Program is now open, and space is limited. To learn more about requirements, program availability and pricing, visit academy54.com and follow Sports at WEC on Facebook to stay up-to-date on all things sports this summer!