Mission Statement

The Scandia United Soccer Academy was formed to create an opportunity for youth soccer players to experience playing soccer in an International setting. We strive to provide a learning environment whereas our youth can learn about different cultures through the game of soccer. We travel to Denmark and Sweden, where we join in with some of their youth players to engage in an International soccer experience. Our youth are asked to live with each other and learn how to problem solve as individuals and as groups. They will learn about other cultures, as well as sharing our American culture with our friends from Scandinavia. We attempt to bring a closer relationship between the United States and Scandinavia.

Every player will participate in training sessions and games throughout the entire Journey. In some cases, players will be given opportunities to play on multiple teams of differing age (playing up), depending on their ability and desire. We encourage players to challenge themselves throughout the training sessions, in order to be well prepared for tournament play. Although, we do not guarantee a specific amount of playing time, each player will play a significant amount throughout the training sessions and tournaments. We strive to provide an incredible soccer environment for our players to learn and excel in an International setting. The tournament play is very competitive and will require our players to be physically fit and mentally tough!

Directors and Coaching Staff Statement

Our Directors and Coaching Staff are all licensed professionals with several years of coaching experience. We have been involved with coaching at various levels and multiple tours over the past years and have provided safety and security for all of our youth players. We continue striving to provide the best possible experience for our players and attempt to keep their best interest in mind when making decisions related to chosen activities. Most of us have had children that have been involved in past tours to Scandinavia. Therefore, we gladly assume the responsibility of caring for our youth players on a personal and family oriented level. We welcome our parents and supporters to ask any questions that they feel need to be answered, in order to provide a level of comfort and trust for all of our players and their parents/supporters.

BRAD JORDAN
Co-Director & Staff Coach

Former Director of Coaching (15 years)
Soccer Camp Director
Dana Cup No.1 and Gothia Cup Staff Coach - 2005-present
NSCAA Director of Coaching Diploma
NSCAA Advanced National Diploma
USSF ‘B’ National Coaching License
NSCAA Goalkeeping Diploma
Multiple NSCAA Special Topics Diplomas
Positive Coaching Alliance certified
Former high school coach
40+ years coaching and 30 years playing experience
Former collegiate and semi-pro player
2013-2023 USC Convention: Continuing Education

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