US Tours

Two PASS4SOCCER Team Tours are planned for March 2009 to North Carolina which provides ideal playing conditions and weather for UK players. The first will depart early March 2009 and is a perfect opportunity to play in front of US Coaches and sample the quality of actual US University soccer teams. In addition to playing in front of the coaches players will have the opportunity to visit various university campuses, sample US culture and speak to current players and teaching staff.

In March 2008 a 16 man PASS4SOCCER Team visited Charlotte, North Carolina on a game and educational visit. The squad trained at University of North Carolina Charlotte and played 3 official matches against Belmont Abbey College, Louisburg College and Winthrop University. PASS4SOCCER visits varying types and sizes of institutions to give student athletes the best opportunity and experience.

 PASS4 Network Members US Tour Team 2008

Back L-R (Bennett, Clark, Waller, Robertshaw, Roughneen, McCarthy, Glendinning, Meade)

Front L-R (Behan, Spilman, Lake, White, Jarvis-Smith, Ingall, Simmons, Lavine)

A total of 40 universities (4 year institutions) and junior colleges (2 year institutions) attended or were represented at the training sessions and games, some attending once and others all 4 days. Such high numbers as with PASS4SOCCER Showcases is down to the high reputation built up with US coaches, our assessment types and recommendation methods.  

University of North Carolina Charlotte (UNCC) Game Field

It is gratifying to report that all but three members of 2008 Tour Team Squad secured places in US 2 or 4 year institutions for 2008. Of the others, 2 sustained serious post tour injuries preventing them from taking up offers.

Sure beats a cramped Mini-Bus!

If you have any questions and or wish to take part please contact Daniel Gray UK Operations Manager by email - Daniel@Pass4Soccer.com or telephone 0191 229 5236 or 07763749028. 

Typical Snack Bar area at UNCC