About Upper 90 Sports Sports
Building elite athletes through comprehensive development and personalized coaching
Our Mission
At Upper 90 Sports, we believe that the gap year between high school and college represents a unique opportunity for soccer players to elevate their game without the immediate pressure of college academics and competition.
Our program is specifically designed for post-graduate athletes ages 17-19 who are serious about playing college soccer and want to maximize their potential before entering the collegiate environment.
We provide a professional training environment that mirrors elite academy standards, combining world-class coaching, cutting-edge facilities, and personalized development plans for each athlete.
Who This Program Is For
- Recently graduated high school players seeking college opportunities
- Athletes looking to develop physically before college demands
- Players committed to improving their technical and tactical understanding
- Individuals who want increased exposure to college coaches and scouts
- Dedicated athletes ready to train in a professional environment
Why Take a Gap Year?
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Time to develop physically and mentally before college demands
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Gain competitive advantage through focused training
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Increase visibility to college coaches and recruiters
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Mature academically and athletically in a professional environment
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Build lasting relationships with elite coaches and teammates
Player Development Roadmap
Technical
- Ball mastery and control
- Passing accuracy and vision
- Shooting technique
- First touch development
Tactical
- Positional awareness
- Game intelligence
- Team systems and formations
- Decision-making under pressure
Physical
- Strength and conditioning
- Speed and agility training
- Injury prevention
- Endurance development
Mental
- Sports psychology
- Leadership development
- Confidence building
- Performance under pressure
Our Coaching Philosophy
We believe in developing complete players who excel not just on the field, but in all aspects of life. Our coaching approach emphasizes individual growth within a team-focused environment.
Every athlete receives personalized attention with custom training plans designed around their specific strengths, weaknesses, and goals. We combine proven methodologies with innovative techniques to accelerate development.
Our coaches bring professional and collegiate playing and coaching experience, ensuring that every session is purposeful, challenging, and directly applicable to college-level competition.