Valencia, Spain International Development Academy is always looking for exciting new student-athletes to join their academies each year, and with the advances in modern technology, recruitment for these academies is able to extend to all corners of the world. In an effort to expand IDA’s academies and bring new opportunities, IDA has teamed up with […]
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Taking a gap year has always been an option for student-athletes long before the arrival of coronavirus. For those who don’t know, a gap year is a decision made by a student-athlete where they choose to take a year between their senior year of high school and their freshman year of college. It is a […]
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IDA is proud to announce the launch of our new US residential academy location in Daytona Beach, Florida. By partnering with nationally-renowned DME Sports Academy, IDA will offer a year-round development program, giving players high level training and competition, customized education and direct pathways into Europe and the US collegiate system. The expansion to the […]
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We are proud to announce our newest partnership with PSS Premier Soccer Services (PSS). IDA and PSS will join forces with the focus on delivering elite events domestically and internationally, as well as providing development pathways for youth athletes. The International Development Academy (IDA) helps players to reach their full potential through our international events, […]
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The US Men’s National team has seen a drastic increase in young talent over the last few years, with over a dozen players currently playing in Europe. Players like Christian Pulisic and Weston Mckennie have become household names due to their success abroad, but how did they get there? Not only are we seeing a […]
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IDA is proud to announce our newest international partnership with FC Deren, professional youth club in Deren, Mongolia. Starting in 2022, IDA will provide FC Deren players and staff with various development opportunities and pathways into Europe and the United States. As the newest IDA Club Partner, FC Deren will gain access to IDA’s elite […]
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The proof is in our players – Tyler Nyquist, from Bozeman, Montana The IDA Player Experience integrates directly into the IDA Residential Academy Program where participants train, compete, and experience the day-to-day life of a full-time IDA student-athlete. Last year Tyler Nyquist, a solid midfielder from Montana Surf Soccer Club, decided to challenge himself and […]
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There are a number of considerations for a student-athlete to get right in order to put their best foot forward when it comes to creating a highlight video that is impactful. It can be a very important part of the placement process, especially in a situation where the college staff will struggle to see you […]
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Learn more about IDA’s newest partnership with Kings InterHigh, the UK’s leading online school, offering international student-athletes a world-class British education curriculum during their experience at IDA. The partnership will provide athletes with access to outstanding, flexible, online IGCSE and A Level courses, 24/7. With King’s InterHigh’s 16 years of expertise in online learning, students will […]
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