RVDL Soccer Academy Information

Since its inception in 2009, the RVDL Soccer Academy strives to be at the forefront of soccer development. Having developed our their own strategy for Long Term Player Development early on, it is easy for the Academy to embrace and move forward with the LTPD of the CSA and OSA as it is line with the same goals and objectives of the Academy. Utilizing Robin's high level playing experience and his high level of coaching qualifications and experience The RVDL Academy is able to provide a high quality player development program. The key emphasis is on acquiring skills, which build confidence with the ball, developing good playing habits and the ability to make quick decisions. Moving forward, the plan is to continue to develop and implement policies and procedures to help this organization and ultimately the players achieve their goals. RVDL will continue to forge alliances with UK Pro Clubs and other UK and European contacts and exchange best practices and ideas with them. The Academy will continue to develop and implement our coach education program as well as developing the Academy player scholarship strategy for RVDL players as they move towards their senior years with the Academy. RVDL will also be evaluating and implementing some of the technology plans including outfitting all coaches with Ipads utilizing Apps for a variety of applications such as: session planning, attendance monitoring, speed agility test result monitoring and video feedback for players. The RVDL Soccer Academy looks forward to the evolution of soccer here in Canada as all stakeholders become involved and work together for the betterment of the game.