Upcoming In-Person Recruitment Events
Contact Director of Recruitment, Seamus Reilly for more information: Sreilly@udauk.org, 614-421-8084
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
- UDA is seeking passionate, committed student athlete football players, who are interested in developing their potential. (Must be approved through our recruitment pathway to be accepted into the academy program).
- Students who are seeking an Undergraduate or Postgraduate Degree.
- The event is open to students in high school.
In-Person Recruitment Event Details
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Registration fee: $150
Start 4pm Friday to Sunday at 12 noon
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Each event limited to 25 prospects.
Families are welcome and encouraged to attend the dinner presentation or any session they choose! |
COME FOR A SUMMER TOUR!
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The UDA Academy Soccer Tour is designed to provide the student-athlete with a comprehensive experience ‘across the pond’. Professionally designed and organized, the tour is an opportunity to explore the rich soccer culture of England, visit The University of Gloucestershire, and train and meet with UDA Coaching staff. Not only will the tour provide a first-hand look into UDA programming, but players will also be able to tour iconic soccer stadiums throughout England, creating a memorable and worthwhile experience.
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"Overall, the culture is great here. Definitely not the easiest being away from everyone at home but it betters my life as an individual." - Ty Holden, UDA UoG Student-Athlete from Massachusetts, USA
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Pathways into the UK academy
Prospects need at least two of the ways Listed below for enrolment
UDA offers prospects a number of ways to be considered for our academy programmes.
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Contact your country's director of recruitmentVisit our Asia Recruitment Coordinators page or South America Recruitment Coordinators page to get in touch with your country's Director of Recruitment.
Note: If your country is not listed please contact Dr. Brian Haley: bhaley@udauk.org. |
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Attend a uda recruitment event in your countryContact your country's Director of Recruitment for details.
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send a training or playing videoIf you are unable to attend a recruitment event, video footage can be sent to your country's Director of Recruitment or to the UDA UK Director of Recruitment, Seamus Reilly: sreilly@udauk.org.
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visit the University of GloucestershireTrain, play, and meet academic and coaching staff. For details contact Mal Saville: msaville@udauk.org who can arrange your visit to the UDA at UoG Progamme.
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Send a Coach ReferenceSend a Coach reference and football resume to your country's Director of Recruitment or the UDA UK Director of Recruitment Seamus Reilly: sreilly@udauk.org.
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This is not an ID camp but an "experience" into the overall UDA programme at multiple levels.
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UDA Football Academy will give you a first hand look into what the UDA programme can offer student athletes at multiple levels - academically (degree options), socially, culturally, and of course on the football field.
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Work first hand with coaches who are directly connected to the programme and know first hand what it takes to succeed in this unique programme.
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The "Experience UDA" Football event is designed to know you on a personal level.
Working with UDA-Football Staff over the course of the weekend will give you a good insight into this unique programme. You will learn who we are, what opportunities we offer, and if this is the right fit for you and your family. We also look forward to learning all about you! |
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Learn about the variety of academic degree programmes available at the University of Gloucestershire.
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A limited number of students at our Recruitment Events allow for better player assessment.
Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend all sessions. |
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What To Expect at an "EXPERIENCE UDa" Recruitment Event
EXPERIENCE A UDA Weekend RECRUITMENT EVENT or 1- Day Event
Director of Recruitment
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M.A. Education
B.S. Physical Education FA (Prelim) England NSCAA Premier Coaching License Seamus has experience in evaluating players through his 20 year collegiate coaching career working at all levels of the game. He will oversee the coordination of recruitment events around the country and work with national recruitment coordinators in the evaluation of students suitability for the UDA program.
Text or Call: +1 (614) 421-8084 (EST) |
National Recruitment & SUMMER TOUR COORDINATOR
JAY SPARROW
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Jay will be attending several showcase events around the country. If you are attending any showcase events please contact:
jsparrow@udauk.org (210) 219 7278 Jay, originally from England moved to San Antonio, Texas in 2003. He has a passion for helping student athletes reach their academic and soccer goals. He is experienced in talent identification and player development. He has identified, selected and provided opportunities for many students seeking an international studying and playing experience. Jay ran and developed a successful soccer organization in the USA and now has taken his skills to player identification for UDA across the USA |
India Recruitment Director
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Sameer is an alumnus of Ulster Business School in Northern Ireland and has over 30 years of experience in higher education and hospitality service. He has developed working relationships between UK universities and Indian Soccer Clubs.
InterState Sports & Academics Website: http://www.inter-state.org Email: sseth@udauk.org Tel: India +91 95601 20549 (Whatsapp) Tel: UK +44 7459135171 (Whatsapp) India E-23 Lajpat Nagar-3 (GF) New Delhi 110024 |
Academic recruitment advisor
Brian Haley
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Ed.D University of Toledo, Oh, USA
M.Ed. Kent State University, Oh, USA B.Ed. City of Leeds and Carnegie College, England Brian will work with each student discussing their degree options, reading personal statements as well as discussing all the academic requirements of degree programs making sure that we find the right fit for the student. With over thirty years experience as a tenured professor in teacher education he will use his experience to help students prepare their applications to give them the great chance of success in enrollment to the university. Email: bhaley@udauk.org Phone: +1 419 618 5455 (EST) |
