Chevron has proudly partnered with Open Goal Project to launch the Chevron Soccer Academy. The Academy strives to create accessible soccer opportunities for youth and to provide the proper resources, knowledge, and support system for players to learn and grow. As an integral part of the community for over a century, Chevron is committed to building lasting partnerships that help Californians thrive both on and off the pitch.
The Chevron Soccer Academy consists of a free boys and girls combine where participants ages 9–18 receive a unique soccer training experience. Attendees rotate through a series of stations where former professional players run drills focused on different skillsets. Drills include finishing, ball skills, agility and fitness, and the Chevron STEM Zone—designed to inspire science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) learning through the science of soccer.
All attendees receive complimentary charter bus transportation from their local communities, lunch and branded Chevron Soccer Academy gear to take home.
A sample itinerary is below (timing will vary depending on location):
We are excited to share some of our Chevron Soccer Academy stories with you. Check out the videos below to see our highlights.
Approximately 250 boys and girls from the Hawthorne community had the opportunity to experience professional soccer coaching at the Chevron Soccer Academy in Los Angeles, California. The combines were held at California State University – Los Angeles on March 23-24, 2019…
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Approximately 150 boys and girls from Coalinga-Huron Unified, Firebaugh, Mendota and Fresno attended our first-ever tournament––a round-robin format event coached by current Fresno FC and Fresno FC Ladies...
Approximately 200 boys and girls from Coalinga-Huron Unified, Firebaugh, Mendota and Fresno attended our first-ever combine where they received firsthand soccer training from professional coaches, including former US...
Approximately 250 boys and girls from the Hawthorne community had the opportunity to experience professional soccer coaching at the Chevron Soccer Academy in Los Angeles, California. The combines were held at California State University – Los Angeles on March 23-24, 2019.
The combines highlighted more than just athletics, with programming that integrated Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) in soccer and intangibles like hard work and self-confidence. Participants had the opportunity to learn from a talented group of current and former professional coaches, including former National Team players Edson Buddle (U.S. Men’s National Team), Victor Bernardez (Honduras Men’s National Team) and Janelly Faria (Mexico Women’s National Team). Additionally, students were surprised with appearances from Los Angeles Football Club players Lamar Batista and Latif Blessing. The combines wrapped up with a special question and answer session with the coaches, where participants received advice about soccer, school and the importance of believing in oneself.
Approximately 150 boys and girls from Coalinga-Huron Unified, Firebaugh, Mendota and Fresno attended our first-ever tournament––a round-robin format event coached by current Fresno FC and Fresno FC Ladies players.
Throughout the day, coaches emphasized intangibles that translate beyond the soccer field, such as hard work, sportsmanship and teamwork. This message was reinforced by Lynn Williams, a Fresno native, current NWSL Champion and US Women’s National Team player, who shared her story with the group.
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Have questions about the Chevron Soccer Academy? Email us at chevronsocceracademy@opengoalproject.org