D.C. United Academy
Encyclopedia
The D.C. United Academy is the youth and development program for Major League Soccer
club, D.C. United
. The program consists of four levels: the under-23
and under-20 teams, as well as the Academy (U-18/17 & U-16/15) and Pre-Academy teams (U-14, U-13). While the U-23 team plays in the fourth tier, USL Premier Development League
, the U-20 team plays in the Super-20 League
, and the Academy and Pre-Academy teams play in the U.S. Soccer Development Academy
leagues.
The D.C. United Academy features youth squads ranging from players under the age of 23, to pre-academy teams that are for players aged 14 and 15. The top age groups in the academy field teams in the fourth tier USL Premier Development League
and the fifth-tier USL Super-20 League.
The under-18 and 17 squads compete in the U.S. Soccer Development Academy
, which composes of the most elite youth academies in the United States. Presently, United's U-18 and 17 teams play in the Northeast Division of the Eastern Conference in the league.
The lower, pre-academy sides, compete in the Super Y-League
.
The youngest portion of the academy is devoted to players from the ages of 11 to 13. Although D.C. United does not field U-11 to U-13 academy teams, the club organizes clinics, camps and training sessions for younger players, and offer select players opportunities to join the lower age youth academy sides. These clinics are generally run throughout the year through a string of tryout sessions.
games, but are not part of the senior roster.
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Major League Soccer
Major League Soccer is a professional soccer league based in the United States and sanctioned by the United States Soccer Federation . The league is composed of 19 teams — 16 in the U.S. and 3 in Canada...
club, D.C. United
D.C. United
D.C. United is an American professional soccer club based in Washington, D.C. which competes in Major League Soccer , the top professional soccer league in the United States and Canada. It is one of the ten charter clubs of MLS, having competed in the league since its inception, in 1996.Over the...
. The program consists of four levels: the under-23
D.C. United U-23
D.C. United U-23 is an American soccer club based in Washington, D.C.. Founded in 2011, the team is currently playing a schedule of exhibition games in anticipation of their entry into the USL Premier Development League , the fourth tier of the United States soccer pyramid, in 2012.The team is...
and under-20 teams, as well as the Academy (U-18/17 & U-16/15) and Pre-Academy teams (U-14, U-13). While the U-23 team plays in the fourth tier, USL Premier Development League
USL Premier Development League
The USL Premier Development League is the amateur league of the United Soccer Leagues in the United States, Canada, and Bermuda, forming part of the American Soccer Pyramid...
, the U-20 team plays in the Super-20 League
Super-20 League
The United Soccer Leagues Super-20 League is an American-Canadian soccer league for players 17 to 20 years of age. Introduced in 2006 it took the place of the U-19 age bracket in the Super Y-League....
, and the Academy and Pre-Academy teams play in the U.S. Soccer Development Academy
U.S. Soccer Development Academy
The United States Soccer Development Academy is the top tier of youth soccer in the United States. Formed in 2009, the league features youth academies and youth clubs from various organizations, including Major League Soccer, North American Soccer League and the United Soccer Leagues...
leagues.
History
The D.C. United Academy was created in 2005 in an effort to provide local talent an opportunity to have professional training.Structure
D.C. United Academy is structured with several youth squads, ranging from players under the age of 23, to pre-development clubs for 11 to 12 year olds.The D.C. United Academy features youth squads ranging from players under the age of 23, to pre-academy teams that are for players aged 14 and 15. The top age groups in the academy field teams in the fourth tier USL Premier Development League
USL Premier Development League
The USL Premier Development League is the amateur league of the United Soccer Leagues in the United States, Canada, and Bermuda, forming part of the American Soccer Pyramid...
and the fifth-tier USL Super-20 League.
The under-18 and 17 squads compete in the U.S. Soccer Development Academy
U.S. Soccer Development Academy
The United States Soccer Development Academy is the top tier of youth soccer in the United States. Formed in 2009, the league features youth academies and youth clubs from various organizations, including Major League Soccer, North American Soccer League and the United Soccer Leagues...
, which composes of the most elite youth academies in the United States. Presently, United's U-18 and 17 teams play in the Northeast Division of the Eastern Conference in the league.
The lower, pre-academy sides, compete in the Super Y-League
Super Y-League
The Super Y-League is the highest form of American and Canadian youth soccer. It consists of over 100 teams, many of which are operated by clubs from MLS to PDL.- Age groups :The Super Y-League has these following age groups:*U-12*U-13*U-14*U-15...
.
The youngest portion of the academy is devoted to players from the ages of 11 to 13. Although D.C. United does not field U-11 to U-13 academy teams, the club organizes clinics, camps and training sessions for younger players, and offer select players opportunities to join the lower age youth academy sides. These clinics are generally run throughout the year through a string of tryout sessions.
Current roster
This list shows players who have played for the team in official 2011 MLS Reserve Division2011 MLS Reserve Division
The new MLS Reserve League was resurrected for the 2011 season, after not having played since 2008. Each team will play 10 games against divisional opponenets, with clubs being allowed schedule additional games against non-MLS opponents. The schedule begins March 20 and tentatively concludes Oct...
games, but are not part of the senior roster.
Honors
- MLS Reserve DivisionMLS Reserve DivisionThe MLS Reserve Division is an USA soccer league for the reserve teams of Major League Soccer.It was inaugurated on April 9, 2005, with the first official reserve game being a 2-0 victory by Chivas USA over the host San Jose Earthquakes, and disbanded after the 2008 season.The reserve division...
: 2- 2005, 20112011 MLS Reserve DivisionThe new MLS Reserve League was resurrected for the 2011 season, after not having played since 2008. Each team will play 10 games against divisional opponenets, with clubs being allowed schedule additional games against non-MLS opponents. The schedule begins March 20 and tentatively concludes Oct...
- 2005, 2011
- MLS Reserve DivisionMLS Reserve DivisionThe MLS Reserve Division is an USA soccer league for the reserve teams of Major League Soccer.It was inaugurated on April 9, 2005, with the first official reserve game being a 2-0 victory by Chivas USA over the host San Jose Earthquakes, and disbanded after the 2008 season.The reserve division...
, Eastern Division: 1- 2011
Seasons
| Season | MLS Reserve League MLS Reserve Division The MLS Reserve Division is an USA soccer league for the reserve teams of Major League Soccer.It was inaugurated on April 9, 2005, with the first official reserve game being a 2-0 victory by Chivas USA over the host San Jose Earthquakes, and disbanded after the 2008 season.The reserve division... |
Top goalscorer(s) | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GP | W | T | L | GF | GA | Pts | Pos | Name | Goals | |
| 2005 | 12 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 26 | 21 | 24 | 1st | Jamil Walker Jamil Walker Jamil Walker is a retired American soccer forward and midfielder, who played professionally in Major League Soccer and the USL First Division.-College:... |
9 |
| 2006 | 12 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 22 | 11 | 19 | 5th | ||
| 2007 | 12 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 16 | 12 | 17 | 5th | ||
| 2008 | 12 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 19 | 21 | 16 | 5th | ||
| 2011 2011 MLS Reserve Division The new MLS Reserve League was resurrected for the 2011 season, after not having played since 2008. Each team will play 10 games against divisional opponenets, with clubs being allowed schedule additional games against non-MLS opponents. The schedule begins March 20 and tentatively concludes Oct... |
9 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 21 | 9 | 21 | Eastern Division 2nd |
Joseph Ngwenya Joseph Ngwenya Joseph Ngwenya is a Zimbabwean footballer currently without a club.-College:Ngwenya attended the Mzilikazi High School in Bulawayo, leading them to the 1999 Zimbabwe National High School Championship, before coming to the United States in 2000 to attend and play college soccer at Coastal Carolina... |
4 |
D.C. United U-23
As of July 11, 2011.Current pre-academy rosters
| Nat. | Player | DOB | Pos. | Former Club | Joined United |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U-15 Pre-Academy team | |||||
| |
Elvin Arbaiza | March 25, 1995 (age 16) | DF Defender (association football) Within the sport of association football, a defender is an outfield player whose primary role is to prevent the opposition from attacking.... |
SYC | 2010 |
 |
Sergi Bustamante | November 06, 1995 (age 16) | MF Midfielder A midfielder is an association football position. Some midfielders play a more defensive role, while others blur the boundaries between midfielders and forwards. The number of midfielders a team uses during a match may vary, depending on the team's formation and each individual player's role... |
Herndon | 2010 |
 |
Diego Castro | October 30, 1995 (age 16) | GK | Team America | 2011 |
| |
Danny Colmenares | November 06, 1995 (age 16) | FW | Herndon | 2011 |
| |
Samuel Daniels | October 30, 1995 (age 16) | FW | Bowie United | 2011 |
Staff
Nolan Sheldon Daf Evans}}Notable alumni
The following list reflects players who have graduated from the D.C. United Academy and subsequently signed a professional contract.{
Samir Badr
Samir Badr is an American soccer player of Palestinian descent playing for Seattle Sounders in the MLS.-Amateur:...
Porto Bill Hamid
Abdul "Bill" Hamid is an American soccer player currently playing for D.C. United in Major League Soccer.-Professional:...
D.C. UnitedD.C. United
D.C. United is an American professional soccer club based in Washington, D.C. which competes in Major League Soccer , the top professional soccer league in the United States and Canada. It is one of the ten charter clubs of MLS, having competed in the league since its inception, in 1996.Over the...
Andy Najar
Andy Najar Rodriguez is a Honduran footballer currently playing for D.C. United in Major League Soccer in the United States.-Amateur:...
D.C. United Wake Forest UniversityWake Forest Demon Deacons men's soccer
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Conor Shanosky
Conor Shanosky is an American soccer player currently playing for Harrisburg City Islanders in the USL Professional Division on loan from D.C. United.-Professional:...
Harrisburg City IslandersHarrisburg City Islanders
Harrisburg City Islanders is an American professional soccer team based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States. Founded in 2004, the team plays in the National Division of the new USL Professional Division, the third tier of the American Soccer Pyramid....
Ethan White
Norris Ethan White is an American soccer player currently playing for D.C. United in Major League Soccer.-Youth:...
D.C. UnitedSee Also
- D.C. UnitedD.C. UnitedD.C. United is an American professional soccer club based in Washington, D.C. which competes in Major League Soccer , the top professional soccer league in the United States and Canada. It is one of the ten charter clubs of MLS, having competed in the league since its inception, in 1996.Over the...
- D.C. United U-23D.C. United U-23D.C. United U-23 is an American soccer club based in Washington, D.C.. Founded in 2011, the team is currently playing a schedule of exhibition games in anticipation of their entry into the USL Premier Development League , the fourth tier of the United States soccer pyramid, in 2012.The team is...
- D.C. United U-20
- U.S. Soccer Development AcademyU.S. Soccer Development AcademyThe United States Soccer Development Academy is the top tier of youth soccer in the United States. Formed in 2009, the league features youth academies and youth clubs from various organizations, including Major League Soccer, North American Soccer League and the United Soccer Leagues...
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