Tormenta FC Pre-Academy Program
The Pre-Academy experience is a seasonal program (fall and spring registration or you can register for the full year) for players born between the years of 2014 and 2020 that focuses on each player’s skill and passion for the game. Pre-Academy prepares players to progress to the Junior Academy level and beyond through a dedicated, professional coaching staff that provides quality, age-appropriate instruction at these key age groups.
We look forward to partnering with your family in creating positive experiences on the soccer field that will lead to an increased passion for soccer participation and exercise. Our program goals of fun, learning, and soccer play create memorable experiences that kids love. Register for Fall 2025 participation, which will begin with training on August 25th.
Fall 2025 Training/Game Details
The Pre-Academy program will feature two practices a week (1.5 hours in length) and a game on Saturday. Our practices will promote fun and learning and allow your young soccer player time to enjoy the game of soccer while learning skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and team play that will promote success for them over the course of future participation. We will organize teams on the weekend that will allow for competitive matches (6-8 games) where all participants are challenged while having an enjoyable experience.
We feature licensed coaches performing all of the training and game coaching for this program. We value fun, learning, and building a passion for sports participation. Our coaches have been trained to create an environment of positivity that will allow your child to thrive.
Registration Information
Our program will take place in the following locations:
- Bluffton – USCB Bluffton
- Training: Monday 5:30-7 pm/Wednesday – 5:30-7:00 pm
- Savannah – Jennifer Ross Soccer Complex
- Training: Monday/Wednesday – 5:30-7:00 pm
- Effingham – Sand Hill Park
- Training: Tuesday/Wednesday – 6:00-7:30 pm
- Statesboro – The Clubhouse
- Training: Tuesday/Thursday – 5:00-6:30 pm
Specific location details will be released to all participants leading into the season. The registration fee for pre-academy is $500 for the fall season and $900 for participation in both the fall and spring seasons.
Fall 2025 Important Dates
- Registration Is Open
- First Week of Practice – August 25th
- First Saturday Games – Saturday, September 6th
- Final Saturday Games – Saturday, November 8th
- Make-Up Games – November 15th
- **No Games Oct 11th – Columbus Day**
Questions?
Contact the Savannah Pre-Academy Director, Chase McGarity – 912-656-3974 or cmcgarity@tormentafc.com
Contact the Statesboro Pre-Academy Director, Johnnie Sanchez – 912-515-8182 or jsanchez@tormentafc.com
Contact Vice President, Brad Nein, for all other locations – 912-257-3989 or bnein@tormentafc.com
Uniforms
Pre-Academy Puma Uniforms are purchased through Soccer.com this year. All new and returning players must purchase the new uniforms. These uniforms will be used for two years (through Spring 2026).
Link to Order: https://www.soccer.com/club/#/2001718084
When the Team Store window pops up, scroll down to the collections section. From the drop-down, select “Pre-Academy Kit”. Type in your player’s last name and a jersey number of your choosing.
There are 6 items that will cost approximately $132.99 plus shipping (*see below to get 3% back plus $30 on your purchase).
The royal blue shirt and black shorts are worn to practice, so you might want to order two shirts and two shorts.
On game days, players will wear either the Navy jersey/Black shorts/Navy socks or the White jersey/Black shorts/White socks, depending on their schedule.
Note: Review the sock chart sizing for socks.
Review the sock chart sizing for socks.
S = Men’s shoe size 4-5; Women’s shoe size 5-6 and YOUTH 13K-4Y
M = Men’s shoe size 5-8.5; Women’s shoe size 6-9,5 and YOUTH 4Y-6Y
L = Men’s shoe size 8.5-13; and Women’s shoe size 9.5-14 This is NOT a youth size
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- Use this open tab to purchase your uniform items.
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