Girls Academy
What is the Girls Academy?
The Girls Academy is the leading youth development platform for elite female soccer players in the United States. These teams are expected to train 3-4x a week and will participate in the Mid-America Conference of the Girls Academy League along with tournaments/showcases which typically require significant travel. These teams compete in their own respective national showcase and playoff event at the end of the season.
FEES INCLUDE:
• 3-4 trainings per week at the Lexington Sporting Club Youth Facility
• Professional Licensed Coach
• Girls Academy National/Regional League
• 2-3 Girls Academy National Showcase Events
• Opportunity to be selected for Girls Academy Talent ID Event
• National & Regional Exposure to College Coaches & Recruiters
• Referee Fees
*Sales tax & service fees are not included
*Playoff/tournament events past regular seasonal competitions are not included
| Age Group | Fee | Deposit | Eight (8) Installment Amounts | Paid in Full (5% Discount) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U13-U14 | $2,525.00 | $300.00 | $278.13 | $2,398.75 |
| U15-U17 | $2,500.00 | $300.00 | $275.00 | $2,375.00 |
| U18/U19 | $2,400.00 | $300.00 | $262.50 | $2,280.00 |
Performance Green, Black, and Gray Teams
What are the Performance Green, Black, and Gray Teams?
The Performance Teams (U13 & above) participate in the USYS National League Great Lakes Conference. This league provides a qualification pathway to USYS Regional Championships and the National League PRO. These teams are expected to train 3x a week. They may also participate in the state’s premier league (KPL), and other regional leagues (BPYSL, CPL, TPL) along with tournaments/showcases which typically require significant travel. Performance teams will represent the club at the KY State Cup at the end of the season.
FEES INCLUDE:
• 3 trainings per week at the Lexington Sporting Club Youth Facility
• Professional Licensed Coach
• 2 Leagues (dependent on age group)
• Regional Exposure to College Coaches & Recruiters
• Eligible to be selected to participate in the USL Academy Group
• 2 Tournaments/Showcases + State Cup/Soccer Village Cup (dependent on age group)
• Referee Fees
*Sales tax & service fees are not included
*Playoff/tournament events past regular seasonal competitions are not included
| Age Group | Fee | Deposit | Eight (8) Installment Amounts | Paid in Full (5% Discount) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U9 | $1,700.00 | $300.00 | $175.00 | $1,615.00 |
| U10 | $2,100.00 | $300.00 | $225.00 | $1,995.00 |
| U11 | $2,300.00 | $300.00 | $250.00 | $2,185.00 |
| U12 | $2,400.00 | $300.00 | $262.50 | $2,280.00 |
| U13-U14 | $2,525.00 | $300.00 | $278.13 | $2,398.75 |
| U15-U17 | $2,500.00 | $300.00 | $275.00 | $2,375.00 |
| U18/U19 (Girls) | $2,400.00 | $300.00 | $262.50 | $2,280.00 |
| U18/U19 (Boys) | $2,500.00 | $300.00 | $275.00 | $2,375.00 |
Performance White, Red, and Blue Teams
What are the Performance White, Red, and Blue Teams?
This is our most cost efficient and flexible model. This level is appropriate for players and families who wish to compete statewide/locally. This program is ideal for players that choose to play other sports or participate in outside activities. These teams will train 2x a week and will participate in the state league (KSSL), local and regional tournaments/showcases that will require some travel. Competitive teams may represent the club at the KY Presidents Cup at the end of the season.
FEES INCLUDE:
• 2 trainings per week with one being at the Lexington Sporting Club Youth Facility
• Professional Licensed Coach
• 1 League
• 2 Tournaments/Showcases + Presidents Cup/Soccer Village Cup (dependent on age group)
• Referee Fees
*Sales tax & service fees are not included
*Playoff/tournament events past regular seasonal competitions are not included
| Age Group | Fee | Deposit | Eight (8) Installment Amounts | Paid in Full (5% Discount) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U9 | $1,200.00 | $300.00 | $112.50 | $1,140.00 |
| U10 | $1,900.00 | $300.00 | $200.00 | $1,805.00 |
| U11-U12 | $2,100.00 | $300.00 | $225.00 | $1,995.00 |
| U13-U19 | $2,250.00 | $300.00 | $243.75 | $2,137.50 |
Future Stars
What is the Future Stars Program?
The goal for these teams is to provide a holistic training experience in football education for younger players. There is an early emphasis on skill acquisition with agility, balance, and coordination. These teams will train 2x a week. Select teams will participate in the state KYSA U9 Academy League and the U9 Festival event.
FEES INCLUDE:
• 2 trainings per week
• Professional Licensed Coach
• 1 League
• 1 Festival/Tournament Event
• Referee Fees
• KYSA U9 Academy Participation & Festival Event
*Sales tax & service fees are not included
*Playoff/tournament events past regular seasonal competitions are not included
*Selected teams may participate in the U9 KYSA Academy League and additional fees could be incurred
| Age Group | Fee | Deposit | Eight (8) Installment Amounts | Paid in Full (5% Discount) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U7/U8 | $1,000.00 | $300.00 | $87.50 | $950.00 |
2024-25 FEE STRUCTURES (see attachment above for details)
REFUND POLICY
– There is no right to a refund for any portion of the registration fees paid by or on behalf of any player.
– Upon application to the Youth Club Administrator, and at their sole discretion, a partial refund may be provided where the player has sustained injuries or experiencing illness of sufficient severity to preclude them from playing for a season, as documented by a physician.
– Any application for a partial refund must be made prior to the first game of the season. No refunds will be provided following the first game of the season.
– An administrative fee of $75.00 shall be subtracted from any partial refund the Youth Club Administrator determines should be paid.
– Under no circumstances shall refunds be authorized by any person other than the Youth Club Administrator.
– Appeals, with regards to the Administrator’s denial of a partial refund, must be made to Sporting Director within seven days of the decision.