Girls Academy Program Information

The Arlington Soccer Girls Academy Program represents the highest level of girls’ soccer within the club and is recognized as one of the top programs in Virginia.

Competing in the Elite Clubs National League (ECNL), Arlington’s Girls Academy offering elite-training, high-level competition, exposure, and a development-focused environment that prepares players for the next levels of the game.

Arlington Soccer has a strong track record of collegiate placement, while also providing players with opportunities for U.S. Youth National Team (USYNT) identification and exposure.

Girls Academy Talent ID Sessions

These sessions are designed for elite players who demonstrate the skill, determination, soccer intelligence, and focus required to compete at the highest level.

Registration has closed for the Girls ECNL ID Sessions.  For further information or interest in the Arlington Soccer Girls ECNL Academy, please contact Erin Grand, Girls Academy Age Group Director, at egrand@arlingtonsoccer.com.

Age Groups:

• U13 - Born between Aug 1, 2013 – July 31, 2014
• U14 - Born between Aug 1, 2012 – July 31, 2013
• U15 - Born between Aug 1, 2011 – July 31, 2012
• U16 - Born between Aug 1, 2010 – July 31, 2011
• U17 - Born between Aug 1, 2009 – July 31, 2010
• U18 - Born between Aug 1, 2008 – July 31, 2009
• U19 - Born between Aug 1, 2007 – July 31, 2008

2026-27 Season - Arlington Academy Girls Coaching Staff:

Academy Teams:

• U13 – Roberto Parada – USSF A License
• U14 – Joe Nemzer – USSF A License
• U15 – Erin Grand – USSF A License
• U16 – Izzy Cotto – USSF A License
• U17 – Joe Nemzer – USSF A License
• U19 – Izzy Cotto – USSF A License

Academy Coach:

• Molly Menchel – USSF C License

Academy & Club Leadership:

• Academy Director – Erin Grand
• Academy GK Director – Vahid Talebloo
• Club GK Director – JP Begazo
• Match Analysis & Player Development Director | Academy Coach – Sean Hart – UEFA A License
• College Recruiting Advisory Group – Joe Nemzer, Izzy Cotto, Erin Grand\
• Women’s Director & WPSL Head Coach – George Hales – USSF A License