The Discovery Program is the start of FC Cincinnati Academy’s elite player development pathway that both identifies local youth talent and provides MLS-level education and training to local coaches and players.
During the fall season, the free-to-play developmental programming will be offered to high performing players in the 2010 thru 2012 age groups. Players will be invited to participate in the five-week program while staying registered with their respective club team and continue to represent their club in practices and games. Players born in 2013 will have the opportunity to participate in the Spring 2024 season.
“Connecting this program to our other programs such as the Affiliate Program, Club Partner Program and our FC Cincinnati Foundation, establishes a real environment of collaboration as we attempt to identify and develop future players for FC Cincinnati.” said Adrian Parrish, U13 Academy Head Coach.
The Discovery Program helps the FC Cincinnati Academy foster relationships with local clubs, enhance player development in the region and help players understand the quality, skill and attributes needed to earn a place at an MLS academy. In addition, the program is used as a coaching education tool for local youth coaches to become involved and engrained within the system.