Soccer Academy

Fightin’ Irish Soccer Academy will offer instruction for players from beginner to elite levels. Athletes will be placed in groups with participants of similar age, size and ability to ensure a beneficial learning environment. Throughout the daily sessions the coaching staff will cover various topics ranging from skill development to tactical organization, field awareness and positional play.

Cost: $425 Early Bird. $475 after April 21, 2023
Ages: 9-14

Lunch is included!

Academy Instructor: Eric Nilius (Boys Soccer) 

Academy Director: Jeff Wilson (Girls Soccer)
Coach Jeff Wilson was previously the head coach of the SHC’s boys soccer program for 17 years and led the Fightin’ Irish to 4 CCS titles, a runner-up finish and 151 total victories. He was named CCS Honor Coach for the 2009-10. He just finished his 5th season as the Head Women’s Soccer Coach at City College of San Francisco where he has led the Rams to a 70-21-10 record, straight playoff appearances, 2 Coast Conference titles and has been awarded Conference Coach of the Year twice. Now the Head SHC Girl’s Coach, Wilson has an extensive playing background, which includes collegiate soccer at San Francisco State University. He has since played for several semi-pro teams throughout the Bay Area. He also serves as a head coach for the Northern California Olympic Development 05 Girl’s State Team, San Francisco Elite Academy 03/04 Girl’s and Boys and holds the FIFA-recognized United States Soccer Federation (USSF) National “A” and Youth Licenses.