ACADEMY PHILOSOPHY
ACADEMY CURRICULUM
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
DISCOUNTS
CAMPER CHECKLIST
PAYMENT & CANCELLATION POLICY
COMMUNITY SERVICE
TYPICAL DAILY SCHEDULE
JFSLA FOUNDERS
Julie Foudy, the former USA Women’s Soccer Team Captain, two-time Olympic Gold Medalist and two-time World Cup Champion, successfully launched the Julie Foudy Sports Leadership Academy (the “JFSLA”) in the summer of 2006 along with her husband, Ian Sawyers, the former head coach of the WUSA San Jose Cyberrays and the 2001 WUSA coach of the year, and their good friends Kerri McClellan, Edson McClellan, and Todd Smith.
The JFSLA is a five-night, six-day residential Academy for girls ages 12-18. The Academy focuses on two overlapping components-- sports and leadership. The aim of the JFSLA is to expose students to Julie’s great passion: the concept of not just being a leader on the field but a LEADER IN LIFE. Students will be immersed in a richly enjoyable curriculum that weaves these two themes together.
The JFSLA's sports component is soccer, and Julie and her staff deliver this element of the Academy with the same energy that has made her existing girls soccer day camps so wonderfully successful. The JFSLA's sister camp, the Julie Foudy Soccer Camps, has been instructing kids for over 15 years. Julie brings the technical and tactical training of her day camps to the JFSLA, infusing the soccer training with leadership principles and team-building skills. As with Julie's day camps, the soccer staff of the JFSLA consists of some of the biggest names in women's soccer, including other Olympic Gold Medalists from the US Women's National Team, international stars, professional players, and top collegiate coaches and players.
The second component of the Academy is leadership. Our leadership curriculum is geared toward developing and expanding leadership skills in our students. Students will participate in hands-on activities and do team-building exercises that focus on the following themes: how to develop the confidence to lead, the different roles and styles of leaders, how to be a positive leader on your team, and how to be a leader in your community -- which includes a service learning component that each student can take to her own community. Students will also hear from guest speakers, including well-known politicians, business leaders, and educators.
Although each day is divided into roughly half-soccer and half- leadership curriculum, the JFSLA is designed so that the sports and leadership components tie together. As Julie knows, and as many agree, sports and leadership go hand-in-hand. The lessons an athlete learns on the field of striving for goals, motivating others, and problem solving translate into leadership skills the athlete can apply off the field. By the same token, individuals who develop leadership skills off the field are often able to bring those skills to the field to draw out the best in themselves and their teammates.
Our Julie Foudy Sports Leadership Academy philosophy is to bring out not only the best soccer player, but also the best leader in each student. Julie often says, "Sports gave me my voice." We want our students to experience the confidence sports can offer. And as Julie learned with the National Team, LOVE what you do! Laughter permitted.
The JFSLA is a five-night, six-day residential Academy for girls ages 12-18. The Academy focuses on two overlapping components-- sports and leadership. The aim of the JFSLA is to expose students to Julie’s great passion: the concept of not just being a leader on the field but a LEADER IN LIFE. Students will be immersed in a richly enjoyable curriculum that weaves these two themes together.
The JFSLA's sports component is soccer, and Julie and her staff deliver this element of the Academy with the same energy that has made her existing girls soccer day camps so wonderfully successful. The JFSLA's sister camp, the Julie Foudy Soccer Camps, has been instructing kids for over 15 years. Julie brings the technical and tactical training of her day camps to the JFSLA, infusing the soccer training with leadership principles and team-building skills. As with Julie's day camps, the soccer staff of the JFSLA consists of some of the biggest names in women's soccer, including other Olympic Gold Medalists from the US Women's National Team, international stars, professional players, and top collegiate coaches and players.
The second component of the Academy is leadership. Our leadership curriculum is geared toward developing and expanding leadership skills in our students. Students will participate in hands-on activities and do team-building exercises that focus on the following themes: how to develop the confidence to lead, the different roles and styles of leaders, how to be a positive leader on your team, and how to be a leader in your community -- which includes a service learning component that each student can take to her own community. Students will also hear from guest speakers, including well-known politicians, business leaders, and educators.
Although each day is divided into roughly half-soccer and half- leadership curriculum, the JFSLA is designed so that the sports and leadership components tie together. As Julie knows, and as many agree, sports and leadership go hand-in-hand. The lessons an athlete learns on the field of striving for goals, motivating others, and problem solving translate into leadership skills the athlete can apply off the field. By the same token, individuals who develop leadership skills off the field are often able to bring those skills to the field to draw out the best in themselves and their teammates.
Our Julie Foudy Sports Leadership Academy philosophy is to bring out not only the best soccer player, but also the best leader in each student. Julie often says, "Sports gave me my voice." We want our students to experience the confidence sports can offer. And as Julie learned with the National Team, LOVE what you do! Laughter permitted.
Leadership Areas of emphasis:
Theme: SELF…Being a leader that others will want to follow.
- Recognizing all the different types of leaders.
- Discovering confidence to bring out the leader in you.
- Developing self-discipline, self-respect and respect for others.
- Being a good listener, communicator.
- Finding your voice.
- Making decisions that enhance team chemistry.
- Overcoming obstacles that may impede good leadership.
- Conflict resolution skills: helping others deal with difficult situations.
- Verbal leadership: the right words, right time, right tone.
- Creating leaders around you = good leadership.
- Learning the value of giving back in life
- The "Pay it forward" approach
Theme: LIFE…The emphasis behind our entire leadership curriculum will be: CHOOSE TO MATTER!
- I hear, I forget.
- I see, I remember.
- I DO, I UNDERSTAND.
For returning students: Returning students will have a curriculum that builds on the themes introduced in their first year at the Academy.
The students will work on measuring how effective their leadership skills have been applied during the last year and areas upon which they can improve. We will also integrate a mentoring program into the curriculum for these returning students. The mentoring program will put practical leadership skills to use and, at the same time, provide younger students with role models from whom they can follow and learn.
Please visit our Alumni in Action! page to see what our current alumni are doing in their communities.
Guest Speakers/Panel Discussions - Guest speakers will address the following:
What role has athletics played in their lives?
How did it help shape their careers?
How do I best get noticed by college coaches? How does the recruiting process work and how can I simplify it?
How can sports provide a personal foundation, which a person can then build upon for the rest of her life?
Small group discussions - Breakout session will allow athletes to talk to each other about their own experiences and about concepts introduced to them during the day in leadership class.
Our curriculum during the small group discussions will be very interactive – lots of discussion and small group activities.
Our College Dinner Chat curriculum includes: developing self esteem, choosing to play in college, getting recruited, understanding sports nutrition, and addressing difficult teammates and coaches effectively.
When the Julie Foudy Sports Leadership Academy was initially conceived, one of the first items of discussion was how to get financial aid to students with need. We decided to ask corporations, foundations, and individual benefactors to help us bring kids to the Academy who would otherwise not be able to afford this experience. Without hesitation, our "fellow visionaries", as we like to call them, responded with an emphatic "YES", and the Julie Foudy Leadership Foundation was born.
The Julie Foudy Leadership Foundation, a 510(c)3 public charity, provides all need-based scholarships and is proud to continue to grow its MISSION. Building on a foundation of sports and fitness, we empower girls and young women from all socioeconomic backgrounds to become leaders who positively impact their communities. ALL Scholarship and Julie Foudy Leadership Foundation information can be found at our foundation website, www.foudyleadershipfoundation.org
**2012 Scholarship Information will be available soon. However, we will not begin the application process until January 1, 2012.**
SPECIAL MESSAGE FOR FORMER SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS: Please read the scholarship details on the Foundation website (see link above) carefully. A new funding program for former JFSLA students who have already received a scholarship from the Julie Foudy Leadership Foundation has been implemented for 2012.
The Julie Foudy Leadership Foundation, a 510(c)3 public charity, provides all need-based scholarships and is proud to continue to grow its MISSION. Building on a foundation of sports and fitness, we empower girls and young women from all socioeconomic backgrounds to become leaders who positively impact their communities. ALL Scholarship and Julie Foudy Leadership Foundation information can be found at our foundation website, www.foudyleadershipfoundation.org
**2012 Scholarship Information will be available soon. However, we will not begin the application process until January 1, 2012.**
SPECIAL MESSAGE FOR FORMER SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS: Please read the scholarship details on the Foundation website (see link above) carefully. A new funding program for former JFSLA students who have already received a scholarship from the Julie Foudy Leadership Foundation has been implemented for 2012.
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL! Has been closed for the 2012 year.
TEAM DISCOUNTS:
If you have 7 or more players who wish to enroll in a session and train together we will offer a $50 discount per player.
We require a designated point person or "Coach" to contact us via email at Marnie@juliefoudyleadership.com or call the Julie Foudy Sports Leadership Academy staff at 949-648-2050. Once the Coach confirms that the students are REGISTERED, we will calculate and apply the discount. We may not apply the discount until after the program begins.
SIBLING DISCOUNTS:
If two or more players from your family wish to enroll we will offer a $50 discount for each player. Siblings must register at the same time to qualify for the discount. Please follow instructions for sibling discount on the registration form: Enter your first registration, then on the "Submit Payment" page, click "Register a sibling," and proceed to register your next child.
The $50 discount per additional child will be automatically deducted at checkout.
PLEASE NOTE: Only ONE discount is available per child - either Team OR Sibling OR "Early Bird".
TEAM DISCOUNTS:
If you have 7 or more players who wish to enroll in a session and train together we will offer a $50 discount per player.
We require a designated point person or "Coach" to contact us via email at Marnie@juliefoudyleadership.com or call the Julie Foudy Sports Leadership Academy staff at 949-648-2050. Once the Coach confirms that the students are REGISTERED, we will calculate and apply the discount. We may not apply the discount until after the program begins.
SIBLING DISCOUNTS:
If two or more players from your family wish to enroll we will offer a $50 discount for each player. Siblings must register at the same time to qualify for the discount. Please follow instructions for sibling discount on the registration form: Enter your first registration, then on the "Submit Payment" page, click "Register a sibling," and proceed to register your next child.
The $50 discount per additional child will be automatically deducted at checkout.
PLEASE NOTE: Only ONE discount is available per child - either Team OR Sibling OR "Early Bird".
WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE:
* Academy Journal to record your experiences
* Academy T-shirt
* Academy Soccer ball
* Autographed cards from the US National Team players, Awards, special prizes and photo opportunities with World Champions, Olympic Gold Medalists and world class leaders.
* "Squeeze" water bottles.
PLEASE REMEMBER TO BRING:
* Key Deposit ($60 Cash or check payable to JFSLA, returned at the end of the week)
* Linens: Peddie, NJ & St Mary's College, CA only (extra long twin sheets, blanket, pillow or sleeping bag)
* Additional water jug (Gatorade & water, along with Gatorade "squeeze" water bottles will be provided at camp, but please feel free to bring an additional water jug)
* Soccer cleats
* spending money
* Sneakers/Indoor shoes
* Shinguards
* Sunblock
* Casual clothes
* A watch
* Equipment bag
* Personal hygiene kit
* Sweats/rain gear
PLEASE NOTE: For the NJ & CA locations there is no air conditioning in the dorms, please bring a fan!
WHAT NOT TO BRING:
We really encourage students to leave personal items at home (i.e. special jewelry, items of sentimental value, etc.). The Academy is not responsible for misplaced, lost or stolen items.
* Academy Journal to record your experiences
* Academy T-shirt
* Academy Soccer ball
* Autographed cards from the US National Team players, Awards, special prizes and photo opportunities with World Champions, Olympic Gold Medalists and world class leaders.
* "Squeeze" water bottles.
PLEASE REMEMBER TO BRING:
* Key Deposit ($60 Cash or check payable to JFSLA, returned at the end of the week)
* Linens: Peddie, NJ & St Mary's College, CA only (extra long twin sheets, blanket, pillow or sleeping bag)
* Additional water jug (Gatorade & water, along with Gatorade "squeeze" water bottles will be provided at camp, but please feel free to bring an additional water jug)
* Soccer cleats
* spending money
* Sneakers/Indoor shoes
* Shinguards
* Sunblock
* Casual clothes
* A watch
* Equipment bag
* Personal hygiene kit
* Sweats/rain gear
PLEASE NOTE: For the NJ & CA locations there is no air conditioning in the dorms, please bring a fan!
WHAT NOT TO BRING:
We really encourage students to leave personal items at home (i.e. special jewelry, items of sentimental value, etc.). The Academy is not responsible for misplaced, lost or stolen items.
TUITION:
OPTIONS:
1. EARLY BIRD SPECIAL - SAVE $50:
$899 if paying IN FULL by paper check received BEFORE FEBRUARY 1st, 2012
2. $949 + processing fees if paying by credit card (partial payment available, see below)
PAYMENT INFORMATION:
NEW CHECK PAYING OPTIONS:
You can now pay using your paper checkbook AND SAVE MONEY TOO!
Simply go online and register and when prompted select pay by check button.
Then make a copy of the confirmation and mail it along with full payment or a deposit of $350 to secure your spot ($150 of which is non-refundable)
CHECKS MADE PAYABLE TO: JFSLA
MAILING ADDRESS FOR CHECKS:
JFSLA
806 E. Avenida Pico, Suite I, #318
San Clemente, CA. 92673
After April 2, 2012: All NEW registrations for NJ must be paid in full.
After May 1, 2012: All NEW registrations for Chicago must be paid in full.
After May 1, 2012: All NEW registrations for CA must be paid in full.
CREDIT CARD PAYMENT
If paying via the on-line registration process a deposit of $350 is needed to secure your spot ($150 of which is non-refundable). You can opt to pay in full or opt for the balance payment to be automatically deducted from your credit card at a later date. (approximately 4/25/12 for NJ and 5/15/12 for CA & Chicago).
PLEASE NOTE: if you opt for auto billing at a later date, you are able to "pay down" the remainder of your balance on your credit card in the meantime using your User Name and Password to access your account at any time.
After April 2, 2012: All NEW registrations for NJ will be charged in full.
After May 1, 2012: All NEW registrations for Chicago will be charged in full.
After May 1, 2012: All NEW registrations for CA will be charged in full.
Due to the contractual obligations and payment schedule of the Institutions we use, we are unable to offer any refund for cancellations received within 30 days of the start date of your chosen Academy…regardless of the reason. However we would be happy to help you gift this registration to another student.
All cancellations must be received in writing at: Marnie@juliefoudyleadership.com 30 days prior to the first day of your Academy (before 5/24/12 for NJ, 6/15/12 for Chicago and 6/22/12 for CA) in order to qualify for a refund. If we receive your request prior to this deadline, your credit card will be refunded the appropriate amount minus the non-refundable deposit.
Refunds may not be posted until after the last day of Academy season – Aug, 2012
OPTIONS:
1. EARLY BIRD SPECIAL - SAVE $50:
$899 if paying IN FULL by paper check received BEFORE FEBRUARY 1st, 2012
2. $949 + processing fees if paying by credit card (partial payment available, see below)
PAYMENT INFORMATION:
NEW CHECK PAYING OPTIONS:
You can now pay using your paper checkbook AND SAVE MONEY TOO!
Simply go online and register and when prompted select pay by check button.
Then make a copy of the confirmation and mail it along with full payment or a deposit of $350 to secure your spot ($150 of which is non-refundable)
CHECKS MADE PAYABLE TO: JFSLA
MAILING ADDRESS FOR CHECKS:
JFSLA
806 E. Avenida Pico, Suite I, #318
San Clemente, CA. 92673
After April 2, 2012: All NEW registrations for NJ must be paid in full.
After May 1, 2012: All NEW registrations for Chicago must be paid in full.
After May 1, 2012: All NEW registrations for CA must be paid in full.
CREDIT CARD PAYMENT
If paying via the on-line registration process a deposit of $350 is needed to secure your spot ($150 of which is non-refundable). You can opt to pay in full or opt for the balance payment to be automatically deducted from your credit card at a later date. (approximately 4/25/12 for NJ and 5/15/12 for CA & Chicago).
PLEASE NOTE: if you opt for auto billing at a later date, you are able to "pay down" the remainder of your balance on your credit card in the meantime using your User Name and Password to access your account at any time.
After April 2, 2012: All NEW registrations for NJ will be charged in full.
After May 1, 2012: All NEW registrations for Chicago will be charged in full.
After May 1, 2012: All NEW registrations for CA will be charged in full.
Due to the contractual obligations and payment schedule of the Institutions we use, we are unable to offer any refund for cancellations received within 30 days of the start date of your chosen Academy…regardless of the reason. However we would be happy to help you gift this registration to another student.
All cancellations must be received in writing at: Marnie@juliefoudyleadership.com 30 days prior to the first day of your Academy (before 5/24/12 for NJ, 6/15/12 for Chicago and 6/22/12 for CA) in order to qualify for a refund. If we receive your request prior to this deadline, your credit card will be refunded the appropriate amount minus the non-refundable deposit.
Refunds may not be posted until after the last day of Academy season – Aug, 2012
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Choosing to Matter in your own community is a foundation upon which our curriculum is built. Learning the value of giving back in life is so important. The "Pay it forward" approach embodied by the JFSLA allows our students to see FIRST HAND, that spending a couple of hours as a servant leader can change someone's life. I hear, I forget - I see, I remember - I DO, I UNDERSTAND.
We want this to be interactive leadership learning! Live. Lead. Pass it on!
We encourage the students to take all these leadership concepts learned during the week and apply them to LIFE.
PLEASE TAKE A LOOK AT SOME OF OUR PARTNERS IN THIS EXPERIENCE.
The four Ronald McDonald Houses in the Chicago area provide a “home away from home” to keep families together while their child is receiving medical treatment far from home. Located near Advocate Hope Children’s Hospital, Children’s Memorial Hospital, Loyola University Medical Center and University of Chicago Comer Children’s Hospital, the Houses provide comfortable & private rooms, opportunities to bond with other families going through similar situations, and delicious meals prepared by giving volunteers for a suggested donation of $10 per night.
1. A Full-Day educational program for children, Open 7:30 am to 5:30 pm.
2. A developmentally-appropriate multi-cultural, bilingual curriculum with activities based on individual needs and learning styles, using Creative Curriculum, promoted by a dedicated professional staff.
3. Outside activities using our Play Yard, nearby parks, discovery walks and excursions.
4. Nutritious breakfast, lunch and snacks.
5. Enrollment in DFD-subsidized slots is based on family size and income, with the lowest income clients being admitted first. However, protective service children and special needs children identified by State or Medical officials will be given crisis priority.
6. Skills Development, including enhancing self-image, independence, character education including respect for self and others, friendship, choice-making, and conflict resolution.
7. An opportunity for Volunteerism and Contributions to a valuable community service.
is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry. We seek to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from Oakland County, Michigan, and the world, and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action. We work in partnership with God and people of all faiths and backgrounds to develop communities for people in need by building and renovating houses, creating homeownership opportunities and, in collaboration with others, transforming lives and neighborhoods.
Easter Seals has been helping individuals with disabilities and special needs, and their families, live better lives for nearly 90 years. From child development centers to physical rehabilitation and job training for people with disabilities, Easter Seals offers a variety of services to help people with disabilities address life's challenges and achieve personal goals.
is a not-for-profit, 501(c)3 organization that provides sports training and athletic competition to children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The organization operates on an annual budget primarily funded through individual, corporate, civic and foundation dollars that make up more than 98% of the annual operating budget. All programs are free to registered athletes including insurance, facilities, equipment, uniforms, housing & meals for events, awards, sports, education and more. In addition to programs offered on the local, county, sectional and state levels, Special Olympics New Jersey offers athletes free participation in all activities at the Special Olympics New Jersey Sports Complex in Lawrenceville.
Other groups we really enjoy working with too!
Charlie’s Gift, The Community House(IL), Center for Independence(IL), Sunrise Senior Living(IL) Futures Explored(CA), Moraga Royale(CA), Concord Childcare Center(CA), Meadow Lakes Assisted Living(NJ), Aegis of Moraga(CA), Monument Crisis Center(CA), Bear Creek Assisted Living(NJ),
TYPICAL DAILY SCHEDULE:
Please note this is only an example. Please check your confirmation e-mail for exact times for your location.
JFSLA First Day:
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1:00pm-3:00pm
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Arrive and Registration (times may vary-check your confirmation or e-mail blast prior to Academy) |
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3:00pm-3:45pm
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Academy Orientation/Staff Introduction
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4:00pm-5:30pm
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Small-sided Soccer Games
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6:00pm-7:00pm
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Dinner
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7:30pm-9:30pm
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Introduction to Leadership Concepts/Curriculum
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10:30pm
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Lights out
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JFSLA Typical Day:
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7:00am
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Wake-up
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7:30am-8:15am
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Breakfast
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9:00am-11:30am
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Soccer – functional training
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11:45am
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Lunch
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*1:00pm-3:00pm
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Practical Applications: Leadership skills development
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4:00pm-5:45pm
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Soccer – Team concepts and strategies/Match play
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6:00pm
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Dinner
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7:30pm-9:30pm
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Guest Speaker/Panel Discussion/Leadership activities
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10:30pm
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Lights out
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JFSLA Final Day:
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7:00am
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7:30am-8:15am
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Breakfast
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8:30am-10:30am
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Soccer – World Cup!
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10:30am-11:00am
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Closing Ceremonies & Final Meeting
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11:30am-12:30pm
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Check out & Camper Pick-up
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11:30am-1:00pm
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Lunch available
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*one afternoon will be reserved for the Community Service component, which could possibly include a trip off-campus organized by the JFSLA.
From Left to right: Todd Smith, Edson McClellan, Kerri McClellan, Julie Foudy and Ian Sawyers
The concept behind the Julie Foudy Sports Leadership Academy all started with this group of five. The “fab five”, “the fearless five”, “the founding five”..…all are names that we have tossed around, only to end in laughter. Call us what you want, here is the cast of characters (and characters is the right word!):
Julie Foudy (Stanford University, B.S.): You already have my bio. What it doesn’t say is how the JFSLA would have never been a reality without the incredible passion and work of the other four. So, enough about me, on to the others…..
Ian Sawyers (Carnegie College, England): Former professional and collegiate soccer coach…and also my hubby and great father of Izzy and Declan. Ian was the head coach of the WUSA’s San Jose Cyberrays for all three years of the league’s existence. As much as it pains me to say, they won the League Championship the first year, which was 2001. Regretfully, the San Diego Spirit, my team, never won. Recently Ian was a Head Coach and General Manager in the new WPS league. Ian and I have been offering girls’ soccer camps for 14years before launching the Sports Leadership Academy concept.
Todd Smith (Lafayette College, B.A.; Lehigh University, M.Ed.): The current Athletic Director and Head Women's Soccer Coach at The Montclair Kimberley Academy (MKA) in Montclair, New Jersey. The former soccer player/DJ extraordinaire is known to throw out a rap and beatbox or two (students at past JFSLA’s can vouch for this one). Although he can compete with Eminem, his creative ideas and passion for the JFSLA are what impress us most. When he's not working at MKA or with us at JFSLA he's usually busy losing to Ian on the golf course.
Kerri McClellan (University of California Berkeley, B.A.): Kerri, one of my best friends, and I grew up playing soccer together (from the age of 7) for the Mission Viejo Soccerettes (Go Green Machine!). Kerri never ceases to amaze us with the number of different hats she can wear, and mind you, not just wear, but wear flawlessly. First and foremost, she wears the hat of MOTHER to three adorable girls, Megan and Madison (age 11… Megan is all of 1 minute older than Madison) as well as Macy, now almost 4 years old! Kerri then runs the Julie Foudy Leadership Foundation and also helps the JFSLA behind the scenes on a daily basis. Oh, and by the way, on the side she runs triathlons in record times.
Edson McClellan (University of Pennsylvania, B.A.; University of San Diego, JD): Edson is Kerri’s husband and grew up on the East Coast in New Jersey. In fact, he grew up on the campus of one of our JFSLA locations, the Peddie School. Edson, a lawyer in Southern California, and Kerri are the link that brought us all together. Todd and Edson have known each other for years. Edson and Kerri introduced us to Todd in 2004…..and on that day the idea behind the JFSLA became a REALITY!
The history behind the JFSLA (the very short version):
So, rewind to 2004… Edson and Kerri have just introduced us to Todd. Ian and I had always wanted to do “more” with our soccer camps in regards to teaching young girls about leadership lessons on the field and in life. Todd had the same idea in mind. We all quickly discovered that we had the same vision: we wanted it to be hands-on, self-affirming, and life-altering. We decided that we should form an Academy that would combine soccer and leadership. We wanted these young girls to come back to us in 10-15 years and tell us how the Academy changed their lives. Two years later, we successfully launched the first ever Julie Foudy Sports Leadership Academy in the summer of 2006. We have not stopped smiling since. Going forward, we will continue to live by our motto: LIVE. LEAD. PASS IT ON!