ABOUT US
What Sets Us Apart
At Xtra Soccer Academy, we believe that every aspiring soccer player deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential. Our academy is more than just a training ground; it's a community built on the love for the beautiful game and a commitment to individual and collective growth for players and their families​
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-Comprised of professionally licensed coaches with years of successful coaching experience. Our Coaches have trained and competed at the professional and collegiate levels, and have an average of 10 years experience coaching youth athletes.
-Top Facilities:Train at the new CHI MultiSport Complex with 12 turf fields
-Innovative Programs: Xtra Soccer Academy introduces innovative training programs, including our renowned "Airpitch" inflatable soccer field, ensuring every session is dynamic, engaging, and unforgettable.
-Community Spirit: Beyond the field, Xtra Soccer Academy is a tight-knit community of players, parents, and coaches who share a common love for soccer. Our community events, tournaments, and team-building activities strengthen the bonds that make Xtra Soccer Academy truly exceptional.
COACHES & STAFF
GRAEME EAGLESHAM
Club Director
18 Years of Coaching Experience
Graeme previously served as an Assistant Coach for Bellevue University and as an Academy Coach for Liverpool International Academy and San Jose Earthquakes Academy. He has also worked with numerous clubs in Nebraska.
Additionally, Graeme is the visionary founder of Future Kids and Xtra Soccer Academy, demonstrating his commitment to developing young talent and fostering a passion for the sport at grassroots levels.
Graeme played professional soccer in Scotland for Partick Thistle, Queens Park, Albion Rovers & Scotland U18 as well as Bellevue University (NAIA)
Coaching Education
US Soccer Federation: D License
The FA (Scotland): Level 2
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Bellevue University:
BA Health and Human Performance
BA Sports Management
JACOB PEASE
Director of Coaching
8 years of Coaching Experience
Jacob currently holds the position of Assistant Coach at Bellevue University and formerly coached at various Nebraska clubs, including teams competing in the Elite Clubs National League RL.
Currently, Jacob is making an impact as a Future Kids Coach, coaching after school programs across Nebraska
Jacob Played and Captained at Bellevue University (NAIA)
Coaching Education
US Soccer Federation: D License (C Ongoing)
The FA (England): Level 2
United Soccer Coaches:
7v7 Diploma
9v9 Diploma
11v11 Diploma
Bellevue University:
BA sports management
MA business management
TOM WHITE
Technical Director
17 years of Coaching Experience
Tom is currently serving as the Head Coach for the Bellevue University Women's team and formally was Bellevue University, Men's Assistant Coach.
Tom's coaching journey extends beyond collegiate soccer; he has also held the position of Head Coach at Bellevue West High School, and contributed as an Assistant Coach for Elkhorn South High School and Omaha Westside High School. In addition, Tom has lent his expertise to various Nebraska clubs,
Previously Played at Bellevue University (NAIA)
Coaching Education
US Soccer Federation: A-Senior License
The FA (England): Level 1
United Soccer Coaches:
Advanced National Diploma
Level 1 Futsal Diploma
Goalkeeping Level 3
Bellevue University:
BA Health and Human Performance
MA Human Services and Social Science
ALANYA HANNIGAN
Academy Coach
12 Years of Coaching Experience
formerly served as an Assistant Coach at the College of Saint Mary and as a Youth Coach and Scout at Liverpool FC Academy. Additionally, she has worked with various clubs in Nebraska.
Currently, Alanya is making an impact as a Future Kids Coach, coaching after school programs across Nebraska
Alanya previously played at Bellevue University (NAIA) and Mossley Hill ladies (Semi Professional Premier Team)
Coaching Education
US Soccer Federation: D License
The FA (England): Level 2
United Soccer Coaches:
Goalkeeping Level 1
11v11 Formations and Systems of Play
Developing A Team Philosophy and Purpose
Bellevue University: BA Health and Human Performance
RICKY REYES
Academy Coach
8 Years of Coaching ExperienceÂ
Ricky previously served as an Assistant Coach for Bryan High School Boys Varsity team and as Head Coach for Bryan Middle School Girls. His experience extends to directing Challenger Sports Camps across the country and working with various clubs in Nebraska
Currently, Ricky is making a positive impact as a Future Kids Coach coaching after school programs across Nebraska
Ricky Previously Played at Bellevue University (NAIA), Bugeaters FC (Semi Professional Team)
BA Business Administration from Bellevue University
OUMAR SISSOKO
Academy Coach
Oumar currently is making a positive impact as a Future Kids Coach in after-school programs across Nebraska. He is also a key member of the coaching staff at Xtra Soccer Academy. And has coached at various Nebraska Clubs Beyond coaching Oumar previously represented Bellevue University (NAIA) on the field.
Coaching Education
US Soccer Federation: F License
Bellevue University: BA Business Administration
