ORLANDO CITY SOCCER SCHOOL
WHAT IS ORLANDO CITY SOCCER SCHOOL?
Orlando City Soccer Schools are flagship Orlando City Youth Embassies. Strategically spread out throughout Central Florida to give access to youth soccer players who are passionate about the game and dream on making it to the highest levels. These embassies provide unparalleled experiences with Orlando City players and staff and follows player and character development practices from Orlando City Academy and First Team.
BENEFITS
⚽ PLAYER
✓ Access to the City Club Network and Free Events
✓ Purple and white Home and Away jerseys
✓ Priority for Ball Boy and Player escorts
✓ Access to First Team and Academy
✓ DA Scouting Priority
✓ Complete Player Development Pathway
✓ Support to players in college recruitment
✓ Access to OCYSN free events
✓ Play in official home/away and training in youth official uniforms
👑 DIRECTOR
✓ Marketing and data support from OC front office
✓ Monthly calls with front office + technical staff
✓ Annual market visits with OC Academy staff
✓ Participation in Directors Summit
👪 PARENT
✓ Uniform Scholarship Program
✓ Discounts to cleats at Pelé Soccer Store
👨 COACHES
✓ Coaches wear official Orlando City uniform
✓ DA Curriculum Share
✓ Exclusive Opportunity to recommend players to DA
✓ Coaching education by the DA
✓ Connectivity + Consultation with OC Coaches
🏆 CLUB
✓ Direct access to First Team and Academy
✓ Unparalleled use of OC Brand
✓ Territory Exclusivity
✓ OC Home Jersey Signed by team
✓ Inclusion in Press Release
Free Events
Observation day
Affiliate Observation Days will give the Affiliate coaches the chance to observe training sessions. Depending on the daily schedule, these on-field coaching education could include, the OC Academy, OCB and even OCSC First Team.
Directors summit
During the season Orlando City will host Affiliate Director’s Summit. At this event, key Affiliate staff learn from guest speakers, participate in round table discussions & on-field demonstrations, and much more. These events create a positive learning environment where Directors can share & increase their knowledge in youth soccer, and collectively work towards further developing their clubs.
Open Training
Several times a year, members are invited to sign-up to watch OCSC practice. Some lucky members walk away with pictures and autographs. Open trainings are held at OHP. Free & only open to current members with limited availability.
Chalk Talk
On select game days, Orlando City technical staff will lead 30-minute pre-game seminars providing an inside scoop on the opponent, keys to the game, and players to watch. All chalk talks will take place at Exploria Stadium. Free & open to all current members with limited availability. Included with discounted Orlando City game ticket.