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Schalke & International Soccer Academy’s Integrated 2003/04 Team Takes Shape
This is the real deal: FC Schalke 04 reviews every candidate for the Integrated Academy, with all players approved by the Bundesliga club prior to a roster spot/contract being offered. Schalke’s goal is to use the International Soccer Academy’s program to strengthen its long-term efforts in the USA and to identify players from America.
YOUTH SOCCER NEWS: International Soccer Academy (ISA) is less than three months away from the official start date of its joint project with FC Schalke 04 — the groundbreaking INTEGRATED ACADEMY which is a residential program in Germany for highly talented youth soccer players. The program kicks off this August with a U19 team of 2003/2004 youth soccer players from all across the USA.
What makes this program so different and groundbreaking is the unique and one-of-a-kind partnership — Schalke 04 coaches will train American youth players following their highly successful, world-renowned methodology at the Schalke complex in Germany. Schalke coaches and scouts have been and continue to be involved every step of the way. From watching hours and hours of player highlight reels to approving or rejecting players who have applied through virtual tryouts or attended one of the player identification tryouts held all across America.
2021 ISA Program & Tryout Information
The 2021 International Soccer Academy programs will launch in August 2021. Limited spots on the INTEGRATED TEAM with Schalke 04 remain available for highly dedicated and skilled American players with the desire to learn from one of the great Bundesliga masters. While the in-person tryouts are over, VIRTUAL tryouts through Zoom calls will continue to be held by International Soccer Academy and Schalke 04. To apply, follow the request info button on International Soccer Academy’s website. (Video highlights are required for the application process.)
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Posted by FC Schalke 04 on Monday, March 22, 2021
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The Special International Soccer Academy & FC Schalke 04 Partnership
In March, International Soccer Academy and FC Schalke 04 announced their partnership and plans for the first ever integrated team to train at the German club and mirror the player development of its legendary academy known as the Knappenschmiede.
For the first time ever and for a full academic year, the top youth soccer players selected from the nationwide search will be able to join the residency program. The players will live, learn and compete under the guidance of the Schalke Academy, led by Program Director Mario Grevelhörster.
“The player is who matters. Always,” said Peter Knäbel, Senior Director Knappenschmiede & Development who looks forward to watching the American players develop in Germany. “The cooperation with International Soccer Academy is a win-win-situation for both sides.”
Knappenschmiede History
As the second largest sports club in Germany, and the fifth largest in the world, seven times German Champions FC Schalke 04 has one of the most successful youth academies in Europe.
Over 100 graduates of the Knappenschmiede have celebrated their debut in the Bundesliga, which includes FIFA World Cup Champions Manuel Neuer, Benedikt Hoewedes, Julian Draxler, and Mesut Ozil.
Americans Developed at FC Schalke 04
As mentioned, FC Schalke 04 is committed to the active recruitment of American players. The German club hopes to identify additional talent in the United States, which has proven to be successful for the club in recent years.
Recognized for their appreciation of American talent, Matthew Hoppe is Schalke’s most recent addition to the first-team roster. For the latest update on Hoppe, visit our recent coverage. The 20-year-old from Yorba Linda, California, follows the FC Schalke path to the professional ranks that has attracted other American prospects.
Nick Taitague (VA) of the FC Schalke 04 reserve squad and Evan Rotundo (CA) of the FC Schalke youth academy are the other Americans currently suiting up for the Bundesliga club.
Unlike so many other options offered in the American youth soccer market, the chance to train under Schalke-hired soccer coaches and live steps away from the VELTINS Arena where the first team plays is really unique. Only time will tell how many participating players will be offered the chance to remain in Germany and be awarded a contract. But one thing is for certain,
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