Our family thoroughly enjoyed our experience with FUSE Soccer & the AFD Coaches. Our son attended the Spring 2025 London Tour, and we were SO impressed with the organization and offerings. There was plenty of opportunity for training with KNOWLEDGEABLE, TALENTED, and FUN coaches; Coach Tan & Coach Benny taught from experience, heart, and the four pillars of being a "Strong Young Gunner". They invested in the players and genuinely wanted to see them progress in their work & skill.
Beyond that, Matt Hicks and his team offered a full experience into English football; we enjoyed games, stadium tours, academy facilities, and many conversations surrounding the sport and its players. Matt is extremely knowledgeable, competent, and very well connected, which offered these opportunities; we were fascinated with it all! Matt and his team (Ben, Ross, Luis, and Jordy) were all SO hospitable and personable. It was a JOY to be around them all week, and was comforting to know our boys were having fun while being cared for.
The trainings were intentional and structured - perfect for practicing skill and learning new techniques. Our son loves repetition and drills to learn new ways to be creative (& efficient) in movement...and wants to work at the higher intensity that drives him. He's most conscious of his work on "ball mastery" and "decision making" - these are two areas where he is challenging himself, and this camp helped in his growth and development. The peers were great players which created a competitive environment, without being intimidating.
Beyond just the training (which was valuable alone!), the boys were immersed in English football culture, and given the chance to grow in their independence, confidence, and character. They were challenged to be responsible, strive for leadership, and mindful as a helper to others. We loved all the on-pitch and off-pitch learning, and will never forget this opportunity. We HIGHLY recommend this, and look forward to when our paths cross with FUSE/AFD again. read more