About The Club Professional European soccer team, Olympiacos FC, has selected Chicago as the location for its first US soccer school and player development. Founded: March 10, 1925 Olympiacos is the most successful club in Greek football history, having won 41 Greek League titles, 26 Greek Cups, 16 Doubles and 4 Greek Super Cups, for a total of 71 national titles all records. In European competitions, Olympiacos have reached the quarter-finals twice, in the 1998 99 UEFA Champions League and the 1992 93 European Cup Winners' Cup. Participating in the UEFA Champions League 16 of 17 last years.
Olympiacos Football Club Soccer School Network
Definition Our soccer schools are the first stage for the athlete s integration to grassroots and top class youth academies. The main goal is to support and encourage all athletes as to engage in sport, to get close to Olympiacos family and grow with appropriate sporting, educational and Olympiacos values. It is our priority to boost participation of young athletes in the football area as well as to develop grassroots. We wish to provide our athletes with the best educational system, supported by the most experienced and scientifically educational staff in order to achieve the desired results for the Club, the young players and all the people systematically involved with football club.
Goals The major goal is to improve the training and evaluation method of athletes, to optimize the operation of soccer schools, to provide high quality services to athletes and coaches of the academy and the soccer schools network. Olympiacos FC Academy Model Structure and functioning Initiation into sports Sporting spirit promotion and development Modern training sessions per age group Competition activities through tournaments and friendly matches Organizing tryouts Developing strong personalities Developing team spirit Enjoying the game
Philosophy Olympiacos FC administration has merged its academies and the soccer school network in order to develop and upgrade the youth infrastructure. Implementing a well-designed training plan at the academy and the soccer schools will allow Olympiacos FC to build up the finest players for our first team and create an operating model in line with the best standards and principles of our football club.
Mission / Vision Organizing and operating a high quality academy as well as robust technical and functional soccer schools that will lead to meaningful and qualitative improvements in the way of a young player s training and evaluation. To increase the number and the quality of home grown players To create more time for players to play and to be coached Improve coaching provision Highly skilled players To produce more and better home grown players through a modern educational system addressed only to the soccer school network and to the football academy. Furthermore, except for the promotion of football and sport in general, we want to emphasize on teaching values, such as respect and observance of the rules of the sport, the social and personal development of every young athlete.
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Facts & Figures 42 soccer schools established all around Greece, Cyprus, US, and Australia 8 soccer school in Athens area 27 soccer schools rest of Greece 5 soccer schools in Cyprus 1 soccer school in Chicago 1 soccer school in California More than 40 training facilities (70% are proprietary) More than 5,000 registered athletes More than 200 people employed (coaches-staff) 14 new football amateur clubs 120 games / week 5,000 individuals visit soccer school facilities week average / school 20 tournaments, camps, trials / annually
Function The operation of the soccer schools is based on (5) categories Code of Conduct Player Evaluation Qualified Staff Annual Training Plan Operation Manual
Activities Tryouts Tournament competitions Visits Summer Camps Seminars Conference day Grand meeting Social and cultural events
Residency Youth Academy (Piraeus, Greece)
Olympiacos Football Club Chicago Academy
About The Chicago Academy As an official Olympiacos academy, players who attend the soccer club training standards set by the team, will adhere to the team's guidelines, and will wear the club's uniforms. Young players will have a direct line to the Olympiacos FC resident academy. Players may reach professional ranks for Olympiacos FC and/or other professional clubs. Develop and scout players. Actual club players, coaches and leadership will visit the local school to assist in enhancing the experience of our young players. Academy players will have the opportunity to attend camps or tournaments abroad adding to their soccer experience.
About The Chicago Academy Annual Contract with Olympiacos FC Ensures accountability of Olympiacos FC brand. Ensures that both sides are working together and are not lacking in any of the areas instituted as being part of the soccer school network. Pushes both sides to come up with best possible solutions for academy. Ensures that academy does not get steered in the wrong direction by outside (local) factors. Coaching Training Player Development Motto we have created! One Passion. One Dream. One Academy. One Family.
Chicago Academy Goals Primary Individual Player Development Secondary Team Development Teams share the same proven player training methods, team structure, management, philosophy, principles, and football vision as Olympiacos FC.
Chicago Academy Goals Training Uniform throughout the Olympiacos Chicago teams Any player can fit within any Olympiacos Chicago team Any elite Olympiacos Chicago player should be able to fit in and perform at the same level as the Olympiacos Resident Academy players in Piraeus, Greece. Maximize Player Potential Commitment Will and determination to excel in his/her soccer trade Skill and ability to progress and perform Goal and desire to pursue high school / college / professional level play
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Niko Mirtsekis Niko Mirtsekis began his football career at age of 12 when he entered the soccer academy of Greek professional team, Panionios. He made his debut in the Greek Super League with Panionios on December 3, 1989 and played with them until 1994. He went on to play with AEK Athens (played in the Champions League), Iraklis (played in the UEFA Cup) and Aris. Mr. Mirtsekis also played (1) time with the Greek National team and (10) times with Greece s U-17 team. Upon moving to the USA, he played for the Milwaukee Rampage and Rockford Raptors. While living in the USA, he coached youth teams for clubs such as Hinsdale Hurricanes, Barrington Soccer Club, WVSC West Virginia and Concordia University Division 3. He was also the evaluator for the Olympic Development Program (ODP) of Illinois. He once again moved back to Greece in 2009 where he became the coach of Greek Fourth Division club Olympiacos Kefalonias and ran the club s youth academies. USSF "B" Licence NSCAA Youth Diploma American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Certified - Adult & Pediatric Double Goal Coach Certification
Academy Profile 250+ Players ranging in ages from 3 to 17 Programs Thrylos Tots Program Ages 3 to 6 Travel Program Ages 7 to 17 High School Program Ages 14 to 17 Maine East High School Partner Others Camps Scouting Events Specialized Training Adult Soccer Tournaments 4 Locations City, Hisndale, Naperville/Plainfield, Niles/Park Ridge Founded on September 1, 2011 Limited Liability Company (For Profit)
Thrylos Tots Program (Ages 3 to 6) Thrylos (pronounced "Threelos") is the nickname given to Olympiacos FC - it means "Legend". Our Thrylos Soccer program provides a fun, safe and developmentally appropriate soccer environment for 3-6 year olds where they will learn appropriate skills to build a solid foundation for the game. We are focused on improving your child as a player and a person. The program uses a variety of fun games to delight and engage kids in physical activity while taking lots of touches of the soccer ball. The curriculum is professionally designed to promote player development, physical fitness, develop motor skills, and boost self-confidence personally as a player and with a soccer ball. The children are trained by Olympiacos Chicago USSF Licensed coaches. Program participants meet once per week for 45 minute training sessions. Helps market academy at young age but at the same time serves as feeder program (very popular)
Travel Program (Ages 7 to 17) Our Travel Program is a competitive program with both boys and girls teams playing in fall and spring leagues (NISL). Travel provides the opportunity for advanced instruction, playing with your peers, and the ability to play other local clubs (typical drive time is within 30 minutes) in the area. Teams are placed in divisions that are matched to the skill level of the club and travel offers teams that range in age from 7 to 17. The teams are selected through an open tryout in April and May of each year and Olympiacos Chicago encourages everyone to try out to so that we can assess and match each player s skill level to the appropriate teams. Practice is twice a week (minimum) and typically play one game a weekend with travel teams having the added advantage of optional summer camps, and local as well as international tournaments.
High School Program (Ages 14 to 17) Our High School program is a college-preparatory program. We are committed to providing our participants with opportunity to seek collegiate athletic scholarships and accomplish further inspirations in the game. We will do this through: Provide high level instruction of the technical, tactical, physical and psychological aspects of soccer Participate in highest levels of competition Participate in high level tournaments and college showcases Promote and showcase our program to the College Soccer Coaches Community Refer participants to colleges coaches Assist participants and families with college recruitment
High School Girls Currently working with Maine East HS girls soccer program in Park Ridge Looking to expand girls program and joining Illinois Women s Soccer League (IWSL)
Social & Cultural Events Donations Donations Children s Department at Lutheran General Hospital (Park Ridge) - 2013 & 2014 Children s Department (Ronald McDonald) at Edwards Hospital (Naperville) 2014 Cultural NATO Crossroads Event (Chicago) 2012 Hellenic American Independence Day parade (Chicago) 2012 & 2014 Community Senior Rehabilitation Center Christmas Visit (Deerfield) 2014 Other Annual Fundraiser and Player Awards - 2014 Multiple team social gatherings (Bowling, pool, etc parties) 2011 to 2014
Training Sessions, Games Age Group Season # of Training Session(s) # of Game(s) # of Tournament(s) Optional 1:1 Training U4 - U7 Fall 1 U8 - U14 Fall 2 1 1 $70 / Hour U4 - U7 Winter 1 U8 - U14 Winter 1 1 $70 / Hour U15 - U18 Winter 2 1 $70 / Hour U4 - U7 Spring 1 U8 - U14 Spring 2 1 1 $70 / Hour U15 - U18 Spring 3 1 2 $70 / Hour U4 - U7 Summer 1
Costs Olympiacos Soccer Club Chicago makes a year-long commitment to it s professional coaching staff and players. We expect Olympiacos Soccer Club Chicago players and their families to make the same in return. Additional team costs can vary, depending upon the number of tournaments entered, player equipment, and team travel. The Olympiacos Soccer Club Chicago per player fee is broken down as follows: Coaching Compensation - Olympiacos Soccer Club Chicago makes it a priority to offer the highest level of professional training to our players. All payments to your team's coach and assistants will be made by Olympiacos Soccer Club Chicago. Director of Coaching Compensation - Olympiacos Soccer Club Chicago, in accordance with Olympiacos Football Club policy, has hired a Director of Coaching to establish player curriculum and oversee the coaching staff and development.
Costs The Olympiacos Soccer Club Chicago per player fee is broken down as follows: NISL League, US Youth Soccer and USSF Fees - Fees will be paid by Olympiacos Soccer Club Chicago. In addition, registration, insurance, background checks are covered by the various fees assessed by Illinois Youth Soccer Association, US Youth Soccer Association and the United States Soccer Federation. Field Maintenance and Rental Costs - Costs associated with the general maintenance contracts and rental fees. Administrative Costs - Online registration fees, marketing tees, supplies, storage, website maintenance, club events, etc. Play Seasons - Spring, Fall, Winter seasons (depending on age group - please see table below) are covered by the per player fee. High School Prorated due to playing 2 out of 3 sections in season Discount - If per player fee is paid in full by 8/1 (U8-14) or by 11/7/2013 (U15-U18) a $45 discount is applied.
Costs The Olympiacos Soccer Club Chicago per player fee does NOT include the following listed items: These items are typically covered in a separate team fee. Team fees will vary between teams depending upon the activities of the individual team. Uniforms - One uniform kit per player, which includes 2 jerseys (game & training), 2 pairs of shorts (game & training), two pair of socks, training jacket and pants, and a bag is paid directly by the families. Additional House Leagues (Indoor or Outdoor) - Teams (players) will pay all costs associated with playing in house leagues in addition to the one (1) already included in the registration fee. House leagues are normally not affiliated with the NISL League, US Youth Soccer and USSF. Additional Tournaments - Teams (players) will pay all costs associated with playing in tournaments in addition to the 2 tournaments already included in the registration fee. Spirit Wear - Parents, players, siblings, friends may purchase Olympiacos Soccer Club Chicago spirit wear.
Sibling Discount Program Olympiacos Soccer Club Chicago offers a sibling discount to those families that have 2 or more children involved in the program (Thrylos Tots Excluded at this time). For those eligible a $100 discount is applied to the seasonal fees. This discount is applied to the fourth installment payment (if a payment plan is chosen).
"Refer-A-Friend" Program In order to show our appreciation, we would like to give back to our current family members who have helped us grow the program since our beginning. For every child that you refer to the club, you will receive $100 (U8-U18 teams) / $15 (Thrylos Tots U4-U7) credited towards your Olympiacos Chicago account. In order to receive the credit at the end of the season, the child that you refer: Must join the Olympiacos Chicago travel team for the entire (Fall/Winter/Spring) season. Must tell Olympiacos Chicago registrants what current Olympiacos family has asked them to join the club. Must not be a current or past member of Olympiacos Chicago (e.g., Thrylos Tots or current club member). Must not be a brother or sister of a current family club member. Must be in "good standings" with Olympiacos Chicago throughout the soccer season. Thank you again for your continued support and help in growing our OLYMPIACOS FAMILY!
Optional Training Programs Olympiacos Soccer Club Chicago offers optional team or player development training programs during the spring, summer and winter months. These programs are offered "a la carte" to the players. A separate registration and fee will be required to participate in these club sponsored programs.
Refund Policy All refund requests must be submitted via email to the Olympiacos Soccer Club Chicago Registration Director. No Refund after League Play Commences - Players who withdraw from an Olympiacos Soccer Club Chicago team after the beginning of league play will NOT be granted a refund of his/her per player fees. The player s member pass may not be released until all fees have been paid. Partial Refund Prior to Start of League Play - Players who withdraw from an Olympiacos Soccer Club Chicago team prior to the beginning of league play may be entitled to a partial refund of paid player fee (excluding non-refundable deposit).
Contact Information Address Olympiacos Soccer Club Chicago 8926 N. Greenwood Avenue PMB#139 Niles, Illinois 60714 Email: info@olympiacoschicago.com Phone: 847-722-4840 Website: http://www.olympiacoschicago.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/olympiacoschicago