Nyheter
The Recruitment Process- A College Coach’s Perspective
This short write up is to give you an insight into what College coaches look for during the recruitment process, and why they recruit international players. I recently caught up with Luke Sheekey, Head Coach of Eckerd College Women’s Soccer. Luke is originally from London, and made the move to America to pursue a scholarship […]
5 September, 2025
Opening Weekend Round Up!
The season is finally here! This past weekend was the opening weekend of NCAA Division 1 Soccer, so let’s take a look at the immediate impact some of our Athleticademix athletes have made! Hannah Dike-Lawlor, Queens University of Charlotte, had an opening weekend to remember! She came off the bench in the opening game, a […]
18 August, 2025
Why College Soccer?
There are so many different reasons why people consider going across to the U.S. Without doubt, getting to play at an elite level whilst also continuing your education is one of the biggest pulls, something that is hard to compare to anything else around the world. I recently caught up with a few of our […]
6 August, 2025
Phoebe Turner – My Journey
Leaving home at 18 to start a new chapter in another country isn’t something you ever forget. My journey to the USA was full of challenges, surprises and some of the best experiences of my life so far. This blog is all about that journey, from 16-year-old Phoebe representing Great Britain as a gymnast, to […]
30 July, 2025
Why I Chose the US over the UK!
Growing up, my dream was always to attend Loughborough University, a top choice for any aspiring athlete in the UK. With an unmatched sporting reputation, for years it felt like the ultimate goal. But everything changed when I learnt about the opportunities awaiting me in the US! WHEN EVERYTHING CHANGED For a long time, even […]
6 June, 2025
Daisy Simms – My Journey
If you had asked me 15 years ago, when my GCSE’s were about to begin, I would have only dreamt of being where I am today. I’m going to give you a little insight into my journey, and how I got here as Head of Soccer, U.K, for Athleticademix! How it all started… At the […]
11 March, 2025
Catch Up – Aimee Hodgson
I recently caught up with Aimee Hodgson, as she embarks on her Junior Year at Hofstra University, in Long Island, New York. Aimee left Blackburn Rovers in 2022, where she was playing for the First Team in the Women’s Championship, to begin life as a College Soccer player! Read below to see what questions I […]
6 September, 2024
Making The Transition- Home to The USA!
It can be a daunting feeling before you embark on the opporunity of a lifetime. I’ve been there myself, a mixture of emotions from excitment to nerves, and everything in between! Time for Departure I remember that feeling of being dropped off at Heathrow Airport and saying goodbye to my family, before boarding a flight […]
18 July, 2024
English Schools 2024 Round Up
The 2024 English Schools Track and Field Championships were held on the 12th and 13th July at Alexander Stadium in Birmingham. After two fantastic days, it’s been great to reflect on how well our Athleticademix athletes did whilst representing their respective counties and regions. I was in attendance on the Friday and it was a […]
18 July, 2024