# GOAT Soccer Academy

## Where legends begin.

Elite soccer training in Charlotte & Wilmington, NC.

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## Join our community

If you want to reach your goals and build character, you are in the right place. GOAT Soccer Academy was created to help young soccer players excel. Our team of coaches will help your child reach their dreams, whether it's playing Varsity, Collegiate, or Professional soccer.

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## Learn. Play. Grow.

Sessions are focused on developing technical ability, improving positional awareness, increasing athleticism, and enjoying the beautiful game. What sets our training apart from competitors is that we focus on a core value taught in European and South American countries — ball control mastery.

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## Training memberships designed for long-term growth

### Private training

In each training session, the GOAT Coach will be heavily involved, giving examples and even playing against the player to push them to a higher level. At GOAT Soccer Academy, building character is just as important as building great soccer players. Your child should leave with a better understanding of the technical and mental aspects of the game, as well as an increased morale and confidence level.

### Group training

GOAT Soccer Academy's unique method focuses on the two pillars of the greatest soccer players: Technical + Speed & Agility Training. Players will learn within an energetic and positive environment. Our drills promote competition and game-like learning, which helps players improve quickly. You should expect your child to leave the field every day with increased ball control, boosted athleticism, and a smile on their face.

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## Meet the founder — Coach Gabe

I started playing soccer at 5 years old in Sneads Ferry, NC. It was clear that if I wanted to play Division 1 soccer, I would need to move on to a more significant soccer scene. I moved to Raleigh to play for the biggest soccer academy in the United States, North Carolina FC. I fulfilled my dream and played five years at the Division 1 level for the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, where I captained the team for my graduate season. The only passion I have that is greater than playing soccer... is teaching it!

- 8+ years of experience with private training sessions
- 10+ UNCW Boys & Girls Soccer Camps
- Coach at Soccer Genome in Raleigh, NC, from 2016–2018
- U-12 Wilmington Hammerheads Classic Coach in 2023

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## What our members say

**Taylor, Parent:** "If you're on the fence about using GOAT soccer academy, get off and get on board!"

**Anne, Parent:** "GOAT Soccer has been a great experience for my son. My son absolutely loves working with Coach Carson, who takes a genuine interest in him both on and off the pitch."

**Kristen, Parent:** "My daughter has enjoyed working with Coach Brennan for the last year! Her game play and in-game decision making has improved greatly! My son just started as well and he looks forward to training!"

**Lindsay, Parent:** "We love training with GOAT Soccer Academy! Coach Jon has created individualized sessions for both boys that focus on their needs to enhance technique and further their soccer development."

**Kyle, Parent:** "I would highly recommend GOAT Soccer Academy to any Wilmington soccer player that is serious about skill development."

**Cary, Parent:** "Absolutely awesome!!! My son has grown leaps and bounds since I have signed him up!! Best around for sure!!"

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## Ready to get started?

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## Contact

- Phone: (910) 800-9784
- Email: messaging@goatsocceracademy.com
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