Youth Football Academy · Est. 2025
OOA Football Academy
Developing the next generation of football talent
“Train. Develop. Compete. Become.”
A youth football development organisation committed to identifying, developing and mentoring young talent — and creating real pathways from grassroots football to professional clubs and international opportunity.
Join the academy
Start your football journey with OOA FA
- 1
Apply
- 2
Pay
- 3
Assessment
- 4
Admission
- 5
Development
- Registration
- ₦20,000
- Academy jersey
- ₦20,000
- Monthly training
- ₦10,000
- Total initial payment
- ₦50,000
Academy Overview
More than football training
OOA FA is built around the belief that talented young players require more than football training. They need a structured environment combining technical excellence, tactical education, physical preparation, discipline, character development, education, mentorship and exposure.
Through structured training, competitive participation, talent identification and strategic football partnerships, the Academy provides a professional pathway from grassroots football to competitive academies, professional clubs and international football environments.
Vision
To become a respected football development academy producing technically excellent, disciplined, educated and professionally prepared players capable of competing at the highest levels of football.
Mission
- Identify promising football talents at an early stage.
- Provide structured and progressive football development.
- Improve technical, tactical, physical and mental capability.
- Develop discipline, leadership, confidence and character.
- Provide competitive match experience.
- Connect players with professional clubs and opportunities.
- Create domestic and international pathways.
Core Values
What we stand for
Excellence
The highest standards in football development and player preparation.
Discipline
Professionalism, responsibility, punctuality and respect.
Development
Every player improves according to their individual potential.
Integrity
Honesty, transparency, fair play and responsible management.
Teamwork
Cooperation, communication and collective responsibility.
Education
Football development that complements personal growth.
Opportunity
Talented players deserve platforms where they can be seen.
Player Development Philosophy
Player-centred, not trophy-centred
Rather than focusing solely on winning youth competitions, the Academy develops players who understand the game, possess strong technical foundations, demonstrate tactical intelligence, and are prepared for the demands of modern football.
Technical
- Ball mastery
- First touch
- Passing & receiving
- Dribbling
- Finishing & crossing
- 1v1 attacking and defending
- Position-specific technique
Tactical
- Game understanding
- Positioning
- Decision-making
- Attacking & defensive principles
- Transition play
- Team organisation
- Tactical flexibility
Physical
- Speed
- Agility
- Coordination
- Strength
- Endurance
- Mobility
- Injury prevention
Mental
- Confidence
- Concentration
- Resilience
- Competitive mentality
- Pressure decision-making
- Emotional control
Character
- Discipline
- Respect
- Leadership
- Accountability
- Team spirit
- Professional conduct
Training Programme
Structured, progressive sessions
Technical Sessions
Individual ball skills and technical confidence.
Tactical Sessions
Space, positioning, movement, transitions and team structures.
Position-Specific
Specialised work for goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders and forwards.
Physical Conditioning
Age-appropriate physical development built into the programme.
Match Preparation
Translating training principles into competitive situations.
Performance Review
Structured feedback on strengths and areas for improvement.
Competitive Football
Exposure that builds players
Competitive exposure develops decision-making, confidence, game intelligence, resilience and adaptability. OOA FA seeks opportunities in:
- Youth leagues
- Academy competitions
- Regional tournaments
- National competitions
- International youth tournaments
- Friendly matches
- Trial matches
- Showcase events
Player Pathway
From grassroots to professional
- 1
Development Stage
Grassroots identification and fundamental football development.
- 2
Academy Stage
Structured technical, tactical, physical and character development.
- 3
Competitive Stage
Regular participation in high-quality matches and tournaments.
- 4
Exposure Stage
Scouting opportunities, showcases, trials, camps and international competitions.
- 5
Club Placement
Professional clubs, established academies and development programmes.
- 6
Professional Development
Continued support through the transition to higher levels.
The OOA FA Player Promise
Every player, an environment to
Train
with purpose.
Learn
the game.
Compete
at their level.
Develop
their character.
Earn
opportunities through performance.
Progress
toward higher levels of football.
Welfare, Education & Coaching
Footballers and responsible young people
Education & Life
- Academic responsibility
- Communication skills
- Leadership
- Personal discipline
- Financial awareness
- Social responsibility
- Healthy lifestyle habits
Player Welfare
- Safe training environments
- Appropriate supervision
- Player safeguarding
- Respectful coaching
- Responsible recruitment
- Medical and injury management
- Parent/guardian engagement
All player movement and international opportunities are handled in accordance with applicable football regulations and safeguarding requirements.
Technical Structure
- Technical Director
- Academy Director
- Head of Youth Development
- Age-Group Coaches
- Goalkeeping Coaches
- Fitness & Conditioning
- Medical / Physiotherapy
- Scouts & Performance Analysts
- Player Welfare Officers
Partnership Opportunities
Working together
Professional Clubs
Player development, trials, recruitment and club placement.
Academies
Exchange programmes, joint camps, coaching development and tournaments.
Tournaments
Participation in domestic and international competitions.
Scouting
Talent identification and player evaluation networks.
Sports Management
Player pathway, career planning and professional development.
Sponsorship
Kit, equipment, transport, accommodation, education and welfare.
Potential Partnership
Kigali City Football Club
OOA FA can explore a strategic cooperation framework with Kigali City FC focused on establishing a structured African player pathway.
- Player identification for evaluation by Kigali City FC.
- Trials and assessment subject to applicable regulations.
- Placement within appropriate KCFC development or competitive structures.
- International exposure through competitions, showcases and networks.
- Collaboration on camps and technical development programmes.
- A wider African talent-identification scouting network.
- A transparent long-term pathway from youth football to higher levels.
Strategic Objectives
Where we're going
- 01Developing technically strong young footballers.
- 02Creating a recognised player-development pathway.
- 03Expanding scouting and talent identification.
- 04Establishing strategic club partnerships.
- 05Increasing participation in quality competitions.
- 06Developing international football relationships.
- 07Supporting players through key career transitions.
- 08Promoting responsible youth football development.
- 09Creating opportunities for players to be seen by professional clubs.
- 10Building OOA FA into a respected football development brand.