FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where is THE Academy held?
All Academy sessions are held at Garvey Rosenthal Soccer Stadium on the campus of TCU. There are a few sessions held at the TCU Intramural Fields which are adjacent to the soccer stadium and the Sam Baugh Indoor Center.
Who are the coaches at THE Academy?
TCU Head Coach Dan Abdalla oversees the daily operations of the THE Academy and is actively involved with each participant. TCU, JATO, and one. Soccer Schools have joined forces again to bring the most dynamic soccer experience to Fort Worth. As TCU has stepped into the national spotlight as one of the most up and coming soccer programs in the country, JATO & ONE continues to make a positive impact in the lives of young men and women trying to achieve their goals as a top class footballer.
Is there a limit to the number of players?
Yes! Space is limited at the THE Academy. So, register as early as possible.
What are the refund procedures?
THE Academy (Summer)
Will I be able to watch my child at THE Academy?
Yes! You are invited to stay and watch THE Academy from the stands at Garvey Rosenthal Soccer Stadium.
Is there medical staff at the camp?
Yes! Every session there are athletic trainers on site and there is always plenty of water and Gatorade available for THE Academy.
How do I contact my child while she/he is at camp?
In case of an emergency, you will be provided with a 24 hour number at check-in.
Are there any key deposits or costs for a lost room key?
Yes! There is a $55 key deposit required at check-in. This will be returned at the end of THE Academy when the key is turned in. If a key is lost the deposit will not be returned.
Will my child be supervised in the dorm?
Yes! THE Academy staff is housed in the dorm on each floor who will look after the players. The dorm also has a key card entry system, thus only THE Academy staff and personnel will be allowed in the dorm. Players will not be given a key card, only THE Academy staff will have the cards.
Will my child need to bring linens and toiletries?
Yes! All players will need sheets, pillows, blankets, towel(s), shower needs and toiletries.
Will the rooms have refrigerators?
Yes! Players may bring snacks and beverages for the week.
Should my child bring spending money?
That is up to you. Although all their meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) are provided, there will be an Academy store with Gatorade, snacks, TCU Soccer souvenirs, camp t-shirts, camp balls, etc. Most campers like a snack after the evening sessions. Please note, players will not be able to purchase anything at THE Academy with cash - they must purchase FROG BUCKS at check-in. *FROG BUCKS are NON-REFUNDABLE.
How many players in each room?
Every room will house two players.
Will my child be matched with her/his roommate preference?
Yes! Please make sure your player and her/his preferred roommate have requested each other on their respective registrations.
How will my child get to/from the airport when she flies in?
THE Academy staff will be available to shuttle campers to/from the airport. This service must be arranged as early as possible.
How will players get from the dorm to meals and the fields?
The fields are a 5 minute walk from the dormitories, and the dining facility is next door to the dormitories. THE Academy staff walk to and from the fields and meals with the players.
All Academy sessions are held at Garvey Rosenthal Soccer Stadium on the campus of TCU. There are a few sessions held at the TCU Intramural Fields which are adjacent to the soccer stadium and the Sam Baugh Indoor Center.
Who are the coaches at THE Academy?
TCU Head Coach Dan Abdalla oversees the daily operations of the THE Academy and is actively involved with each participant. TCU, JATO, and one. Soccer Schools have joined forces again to bring the most dynamic soccer experience to Fort Worth. As TCU has stepped into the national spotlight as one of the most up and coming soccer programs in the country, JATO & ONE continues to make a positive impact in the lives of young men and women trying to achieve their goals as a top class footballer.
Is there a limit to the number of players?
Yes! Space is limited at the THE Academy. So, register as early as possible.
What are the refund procedures?
THE Academy (Summer)
To maintain the high quality of The Programs we ask that you do your best to register for the most appropriate Academy dates suitable to your player. In the case of a necessary cancellation for any Program the following applies:
* 13-7 days prior to program start date will result in a refund of tuition less 35% of the tuition fee.
* 6 days prior to program start date up until program start date will result in a refund tuition less 50% of the tuition fee.
* No refunds after program start date and time.
Is the Refund Policy different for the Monthly Development Program?
Yes! There will be NO REFUNDS for this program.
Will I be able to watch my child at THE Academy?
Yes! You are invited to stay and watch THE Academy from the stands at Garvey Rosenthal Soccer Stadium.
Is there medical staff at the camp?
Yes! Every session there are athletic trainers on site and there is always plenty of water and Gatorade available for THE Academy.
How do I contact my child while she/he is at camp?
In case of an emergency, you will be provided with a 24 hour number at check-in.
Are there any key deposits or costs for a lost room key?
Yes! There is a $55 key deposit required at check-in. This will be returned at the end of THE Academy when the key is turned in. If a key is lost the deposit will not be returned.
Will my child be supervised in the dorm?
Yes! THE Academy staff is housed in the dorm on each floor who will look after the players. The dorm also has a key card entry system, thus only THE Academy staff and personnel will be allowed in the dorm. Players will not be given a key card, only THE Academy staff will have the cards.
Will my child need to bring linens and toiletries?
Yes! All players will need sheets, pillows, blankets, towel(s), shower needs and toiletries.
Will the rooms have refrigerators?
Yes! Players may bring snacks and beverages for the week.
Should my child bring spending money?
That is up to you. Although all their meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) are provided, there will be an Academy store with Gatorade, snacks, TCU Soccer souvenirs, camp t-shirts, camp balls, etc. Most campers like a snack after the evening sessions. Please note, players will not be able to purchase anything at THE Academy with cash - they must purchase FROG BUCKS at check-in. *FROG BUCKS are NON-REFUNDABLE.
How many players in each room?
Every room will house two players.
Will my child be matched with her/his roommate preference?
Yes! Please make sure your player and her/his preferred roommate have requested each other on their respective registrations.
How will my child get to/from the airport when she flies in?
THE Academy staff will be available to shuttle campers to/from the airport. This service must be arranged as early as possible.
How will players get from the dorm to meals and the fields?
The fields are a 5 minute walk from the dormitories, and the dining facility is next door to the dormitories. THE Academy staff walk to and from the fields and meals with the players.
