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Level 3: The Dynamo Academy

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The Dynamo, in partnership with STYSA has formed two Academy teams. The teams (U18 and U15) are known as the Dynamo Academy. They consist of the best players from South Texas; they train in a professional environment and compete at the highest levels.

A maximum pool of 36 players will be selected for each age group (a total of 72 players). 18 players from each age group will have the opportunity to be designated as the Dynamo Home Grown Prospects (a total of 36 players). Under MLS Rules, these prospects can be signed to a pro contract and be directly promoted to the Dynamo Reserve and First Team, much like a minor league system.

The Academy curriculum will focus on the "4 corners of player development," technical, social, psychological & physical using the latest coaching techniques and methodology. The players will be trained under the direction of Dominic Kinnear & James Clarkson Director of Youth Development and the Dynamo Academy coaching staff.

General Information:

• Regular training sessions will be held at the Presbyterian School’s Outdoor Education Campus
• Academy philosophies and curriculum will be endorsed by the Dynamo head coach
• Participation will not affect college eligibility
• This system will allow players to remain with their current club team
• Highly successful players will have the opportunity to train with the Dynamo First Team
• Seasonal training camps will take place with daily sessions over 5-7 day periods during school holidays
• Teams will compete at the highest levels in local, regional, national and international matches
• Academy players to be featured in the Dynamo Program and Web site
• Academy players to receive pass for free access to all Dynamo home games
• Academy players to be recognized on the field during Dynamo home game
• Academy teams to play one game per year at Robertson Stadium prior to a Dynamo game

Dynamo Academy rosters

Dynamo Academy Under-18s

Dynamo Academy Under-15s