12th Anniversary of Excellence in Soccer...

Eurosoccer Academy of the USA - Intensive European Soccer Training

CONGRATULATIONS to AARON CHANDLER (attended our training program in Europe twice), 2004 & 2006 ESA of the USA MVP, and a former West Conference MVP, who was drafted on January 11, 2007 by the Columbus Crew in the fourth round of the Major League Soccer Super Draft. We wish Aaron a fantastic career, and best of luck.

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                                                              "The Eurosoccer Academy of the USA takes you to locations around the world that allow a player to focus and hone their skills with help from an excellent training staff. My experience with the Eurosoccer Academy of the USA was extremely beneficial and through hard work, dedication, and a positive attitude I was able to sharpen my game and improve an enormous amount. This is not an academy for just anyone, it is for serious soccer player that want to make it to the next level and gain some international exposure. The best part of the Eurosoccer Academy of the USA, besides the intense soccer training, is the amount of fun you have traveling and experiencing the foreign countries".

Geremy Uhl, GK, CA U21(Geremy graduated from USF, CA in December 2006. He is currently trying out with a number of MLS teams and 1st division clubs in Europe)

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"The training program in Romania is very good. You have the top of the line coaches. I benefited a lot from training with them by getting better ball skills, and knowing what is around me at all times. The five years that I've been there I learned a lot. I like them because they like everyone of us like their own son. I think it is great for kids to go there, because every year, when I come back people tell me how much better I got, and that gives me the advantage over the other players. You should go as often as you can. Start young, and go every year. You will improve a lot. My traveling coach is amazed how much quicker, better, and bigger I got"

Bryan Laverdure, PA, U-23
(former 1st div. college soccer player at Temple University in Philladephia, PA)

"Training in Romania was really a good soccer experience. I definitely improved a lot. It was also really fun, it wasn't just a boring soccer camp. It was fun, and we learned a lot. Also, all of the coaches were great"

Brian Morris, NY, U-21
(currently playing 1st div. college soccer at St. John's University, NY)

 

 

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"Dear Carmen and Alex,
...We can't tell you how much we appreciated your
kindness and helpfulness with the boys' first foray
into Europe! They COULD NOT STOP raving about Romania
and how beautiful and lovely it is there. They have
convinced us that we must go next year to experience
the history and castles in person. We agree and will
begin planning our vacation for 2005!!

We also thank you for contacting the Belgium
connection concerning Nolan and Aaron tryouts in Brussels.

Thank you for everything. You've been wonderful...

With great appreciation,
Diana and family" , CA - Nolan Chandler, 15, Aaron, 20, Jason ,23
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"Hello Carmen,

I want to thank you, Coach Alex and your son  Adrian for taking good care of Jon. He had a ball and is looking forward to next year already... I have seen great improvements in his style of play and his physical conditioning...
I will keep you posted on his progress...

Thanks again and take care,
Margaret Duvizier", FL - Jonathan Darbouze, 16

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"Alex,
...Tahlon had a terrific experience...He is a very determined young man
to play this sport and train and coach someday...
I appreciate your input .
...The Romanian experience was overall  very good for
Tahlon and allowed him to see he is capable to go to
another  level with soccer and as a young man in
pursuit of his dreams.
Thank you and Carmen for this opportunity from the
heart of a TRUE SOCCER MOM!  Keep in touch and I too
will let you know his plans. I feel I know Adrian
Tahlon spoke of him frequently and hopes the best for
his future as well.
Respectfully,
Bobbie Drake", TX - Tahlon Drake, 19

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"Hi, Alex and Carmen.

Just wanted to let you know that we all made it home safe and sound.
...Thanks for providing this program.  I think that Critter really got a lot out of the training and we enjoyed visiting Brugge and Brussels".

Linda, WI - Christopher Mersenski, 18  

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"hey Carmen how are you?
...I started pre season today and it went very well. I hope you all are doing well and i hope to keep in touch whenever possible. Thanks again for another wonderful summer, this was definitely the hardest summer. Say hello to Coach Alex and Adrian".

Oscar Guerrero, 19, FL
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" Tayloy truly enjoyed his experiences and wants to return next year.
...I can see from the experience that Taylor has approved
his touches on the ball and most importantly, his
confidence in his abilities.  Thank you.
...We would love to hear back from you and we will keep in touch.
Steve and Pam
Taylor too! "

 Taylor Lewis, 16, OR

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"Dearest Carmen,

I have been thinking about you...
Martin just loved the time he spent with you all.  I asked him if he had made any special friends, and he said that they were all just like a big family....  And he certainly improved tremendously.  He played a couple of games at the State Show Me Games with his high school...  he saw a lot of action... one of the referees talked to my other son after Martin's games praising his performance... and I saw the difference.  
... He will be the keeper for varsity this year......Soccer being the one thing he cannot live without....
Take care, and let's keep in touch.

Maria" - Martin Di Stefano, 15, GK
 

Dear Coach Alex and Carmen,

"I have to let you know that Meagyn had a blast while in Romania. She has spoken non-stop about her adventures since returning home. I am very grateful for all the help you gave Meagyn. I know that Meagyn isn't the caliber of player that you are used to receiving for your training programs and am impressed that she was still able to fit in, learn more about the game and increase her skill. Thank you for all that you have done to insure that Meagyn can be a better soccer player.

Meagyn speaks highly of the training that she received and of the Romanian team. She is grateful for all the help the coaches and the Romanian boys gave her while training...

Meagyn also speaks of returning next year. I would love to have her return... She mentioned something about staying for two months? Thank you for watching out for her."

Bonnie Mulieri, U-16
Meagyn's mom, U-15, New York

Dear Carmen and Alex,

"First of all, thank you for the care you took of Alison, Trevor and Colin. They all had a wonderful time. It is obvious that they learned a great deal. The soccer training was a big part of their experience, but the exposure to it in the context of Romania and diverse group they were with made their life experience that much richer. They were glad to be home, but almost the first thing they said was that they want to return next year. This is just what we were hoping for when we looked at ESA of the USA.

It is clear that the program had a very significant impact on all of the children. All three are exhibiting an increased passion for soccer and a new perspective on what it takes to become really good at the game. They also have a much better understanding of how much higher the level of expectations and commitment is in Romania. At the same time, they feel good about themselves and the work they did while they were gone.

Thank you again for creating this opportunity for the children and taking such great care of them while they were with you.

We look forward to keeping in touch."

Dick and Ann Carney (CA)

Carmen,

"I just thought you might like to know about a conversation I had with Alison today. I told her that you had sent me a couple emails since you returned from Romania. I showed them to her when she asked to read them. She turned to me from the computer and said, "Dad, Carmen is AWESOME! really AWESOME!" Alison is clearly very fond of you, but she said you were absolutely terrific the day she had to leave for London and ran into trouble with Skip at the airport. She said she was calling you every five minutes and you were amazing in helping her get through the problems. She is very grateful and I think you have a special place in her heart. Maybe you need a new line in your brochure, "Carmen is AWESOME!" Thanks once again for being so good to our kids.

Our very best wishes to the Szasz family."

Dick Carney, CA

"Hi Carmen and Coach Alex it's Seth Wolkoff from Cleveland, Ohio. Just letting you know I arrived safely. I want to thank you guys, again, for everything you did for me this summer. My parents also want to thank you for taking care of me, Carmen, you were a great soccer Mom for me in Romania and Alex, you were a great coach and dad too. I love you guys and I definitely will strongly consider returning next summer. I am interested in staying longer than one month. Thanks again for everything and I will stay in touch. Hope to here from you soon."

Love,

Seth "Pele, oh I mean Hagi" Wolkoff, OH

"Micah just finished his varsity season. He scored ten goals during the season. We are proud of him. He learned a lot from going to Romania for the past three years. So, thanks for providing a great opportunity for him"

Micah Fishers's mom, Mrs. Lucy Fisher, NY
(Micah Fisher, NY, U-19)

Carmen and Alex,

"Thank you so much for watching over Cassie. We know that she loved the camp because its been a week since she's been home and she still can't stop talking about the training, the field trips, and all the people that she befriended. The whole Romanian experience helped Cassie grow as a soccer player and as an individual. We are looking forward to next summer. Keep in touch."

Thank you,"

Sam and Malu Resposo, NJ

Hey!

"I just wanted to write and tell you that I got home safely. I had a blast and I can honestly say that this has been one of the greatest months of my life. It was a great experience. Thanks for all that you have done. Keep in touch!"

Love always,"

Cassie Rasposo, U-17, NJ

Carmen and Coach Alex,

"Bryn is doing fine. When he got back from Romania, we wanted to give him a few days off completely from soccer (as Coach Alex suggested) but he wanted very badly to go to a local residential camp put on by Oregon State U. So we sent him after only one days rest. He just returned from it yesterday and while he enjoyed it, he said it wasn't nearly as good as the Romanian camp! Bryn definitely wants to return to Romania next year. Bryn is also trying to talk one of his soccer buddies into coming with him to Romania next summer. Thanks again for a very unique time for both my son and myself."

Bill Dennahy, OR

Dear Carmen and Alex:

"... I simply want to sincerely thank you both for all your hard work and dedication. I am privileged to work with you both and to have had the beautiful opportunity to have gone and experienced a whole other part of the universe in Romania. I have grown considerably in the past couple of years and you have been a big part of that. Thank you very much and may my pursuit of simple grace and truth be a service to your immense work and talent. Together our actions have gone to make something wonderful and I not only thank you for what you have done for me, but for Nate and Adrian as well, because their success is also my success. Coach M. was and is the best coach I have ever worked with. He showed not only another dynamic to football, but to myself as well. Everything he has instilled in me I carry with me every time I step onto the field. He is a great and noble man with a wonderful warm family. I have been treated well and continue to be treated well each day through my fond memories and as I sweat through my hard training sessions to work hard to improve myself on all levels of the physique, mind and spirit. Your love in the game and compassion to help others has and will take you farther in life, as your success will continue on to those you teach and the ones who are willing to sacrifice for greatness. I vow to continue to do my best in all circumstances and to never allow my dreams to fade. Thank you for everything and may our relationship continue to grow stronger."

Sincerely,

Brandon, U-22, Long Island, NY

"Hey, we are all doing really well. I start preseason on the 15th of August and have been working a good bit in order to stay fit and be ready. This summer did a lot for me. I can already tell a difference in my quickness with the ball and my quickness in thinking before I get the ball. But tell Alex to keep in touch as I am really considering the 6 month program and really wanna keep contact and talk some more about it."

Thanks for everything.

Blake Cash, U-20, SC

Dear Carmen,

"Thank you very much for organizing such an important event to these children and looking so well after Bastamy. Hope he will be able to join you next year... Thank you for everything and we will keep in touch. Bastamy is a good boy and deserves our attention. Warmest regards to you and all your family."

Mohamed Salem, Nepal (Bastamy Salem, U-17, Mauritania)

Hi Carmen and Alex.

"My debut went well with Paget Rangers. We played at home under the lights and won 2-1. I came on as a second-half sub and played central midfield. I played well and simple. The game is really fast and physical here (England) which is good for my development. It was a good experience. The coach is impressed with me and said for me to control the midfield. I am focusing hard to get into the starting line-up. He doesn't know what I am capable of yet, so I have to be patient and prove myself. But I am one of the youngest and most skilled players here and there is a lot of competition for positions, which will keep me on my toes.

My training in Romania has helped out tremendously and it really shows here, because technically I am above standard here in England. Be sure to tell the coaches at Petrolul that! We play Aston Villa in a couple weeks. So that will be excellent exposure, because they are in the Premier League. Thanks and take care"

Brandon Fluharty, England (U-21)

Hi Carmen!

"We just got back from dinner with Mario and his parents. We showed them all the pictures and made plans for *next year*. All us adults want to travel together and then meet up with you all for the games. We had SUCH a wonderful time in Romania! The reception from you all and everyone else was overwhelmingly positive and we can't wait to see you again.

Neil has been training with his high school team. It's a little bit of an adjustment for him now that he has improved-he feels like he has all the time in the world now to pass or dribble or whatever. He's looking good on the field. Thank you!"

Fondly,

Margaret (Neil Perez, NC, U-14)

Dear Carmen,

"Trevor and Colin and I got home fine, we only had to wait an hour for the plane once you dropped us off. Thank you so much for such a great trip. I really had a wonderful time and I am looking forward to next year. I will send you some copies of my photos from the trip if you will please e-mail me your address. Say hello to Alex for us."

Much Love,

Alison ( Alison U-15, Colin & Trevor U-14)

Carmen & Alex,

"I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for a great summer. It was an extremely educational experience for me. Not only in the way of soccer, but from the view point of learning about other cultures, other ways of life. I had a wonderful time something that I will always remember...I do believe that the training I received will indeed improve my soccer skills and talent many times over. I am just thankful and lucky that I was able to participate in this experience. Thanks again. I do hope to see you again in the near future. I owe you more than you can possibly fathom... I am hoping to develop my game this year and become the player that I feel that I can become. And I owe a lot of it to you two.

Thank you, thank you, thank you."

With much love,

Brian Marinoff, CA (U-20)

"The training program in Romania was intense and of high quality. The coaches had an excellent knowledge of the game, and the practices with the Romanian teams were enjoyable"

Dante Biscaro, Canada, U-15

"I'm really settling in and feel very comfortable. My mind is very focused on football and I haven't been homesick yet not even for food. I feel very good, and once I get into a rhythm, I feel my chances will be even better. I am now playing "mijlocas retras" or defensive midfielder and I really like it. I feel I can develop best in this position. We went to Bucharest to see the Romania vs. Portugal game and it was fantastic. It was amazing seeing Hagi, Galca, Filipescu, Ilie, Figo, Rui Costa and Paulo Sousa play live. They are some of the best in the world and the atmosphere was spectacular. It really makes me want to make it to that level so people can write and admire me, too"

Brandon Fluharty, OH,
elite player who participated in the one year
program with Ist. Div. FCPP, Romania

"Three players from the United States have been training with F.C. Petrolul Ploiesti in the Romanian First Division. Brandon Fluharty age 20 from Akron, OH left the University of Tampa after his sophomore year while Adrian Szasz (19) from Stroudsburg, PA and Nathaniel Tickner (20) from Minneapolis, MN left after their freshman year playing at Florida Southern College. They have been training with the club on a full-time basis since July after completing the Onesti International Soccer Training Program (OISTP), in Onesti, Romania. They have been working with top coaches and have benefited tremendously on a technical and tactical level. Brandon Fluharty is a defender, Adrian Szasz a striker, and Nathaniel Tickner a goalkeeper, and they all hope to take what they have learned from the program on to the professional stage. They recommend this program to anyone interested in taking their game to the next level"

press release to Soccer America.