GA ASPIRE
Loudoun Soccer's second girls teams in the U13 through U19 age groups compete in the GA ASPIRE league.
As a critical bridge to the GA’s top-tier league, ASPIRE provides GA clubs a dedicated platform for second teams, affording players meaningful game experience in a challenging and competitive environment.
Learn more about GA ASPIRE in our FAQs section. To register for our upcoming 26/27 Talent ID sessions, click the button below.
ID sessions are by invite only and players must register to attend.
GA ASPIRE
ID DATES
Talent ID sessions will for 2026/27 Loudoun Soccer GA and GA Aspire teams will be held on Sunday, February 22. See below for session groups, times, and locations.
| Age | Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| U13 | Feb 22 | 5-6:30pm | TBD |
| U14 | Feb 22 | 6:30-7:45pm | TBD |
| U15 | Feb 22 | 8-9:15pm | TBD |
| U16 | Feb 22 | 8-9:15pm | TBD |
| U17 | Feb 22 | 6:30-7:45pm | TBD |
| U18/19 | Feb 22 | 5-6:15pm | TBD |
2026/27 GA ASPIRE STAFF
U18/19 | Claire Collins, USSF B License
U17 | Alberto Starace, USSF C License
U16 | Chris Brown, USSF A License
U15 | Alberto Starace, USSF C License
U14 | Keith Neale, USSF C License
U13 | Keith Neale, USSF C License
TECHNICAL STAFF
Nicole Brower | GA Director
John O'Hara | Technical Director
Dave Bucciero | Assistant Technical Director
Courtenay Kaplan | Staff GK Coach
Kent Legg
| Sports Performance Coach
GA aspire FAQs
What is the Girls Academy League?
The Girls Academy (GA) is the leading youth development platform for the best female soccer players in the United States. GA is the only national youth soccer platform that represents the collective vision of member clubs and actively engages the voice of the players to take real ownership of the league. GA embraces the desire of club members and players to maintain an unrivaled standard of excellence in coaching, competition, and regional and national showcase events throughout the year.
What is the GA player pathway?
Girls Academy has a two-division system.Girls Academy and Aspire. LS GA teams will play in the top division. The member clubs are split into conferences that make up the national footprint. League play begins in August and culminates with the playoffs and national finals events in June and July. Additionally, qualifying teams compete in a separate, aspirational platform created to add additional quality competition for the most competitive clubs in the GA.
What are the benefits of playing in GA?
The GA is committed to cultivating an environment that empowers each player to reach their potential as an exceptional athlete and human being through competition, showcases, and camaraderie.
Benefits:
- The leading youth development platform for the best female soccer players.
- GA is on Top of the pyramid by U.S. Youth Soccer and U.S. Soccer
- GA and MLS NEXT have established a strategic alliance to enhance player development and grow the sport in North America.
- Attend top ranked regional college showcases (U15-U19).
- Attend top ranked regional tournaments (U13-U14).
- U12, U13 & 14 teams participate in GA East Regional Showcase.
- GA Mid-Atlantic Talent ID event for nominated players
- More Value for Less travel, less expensive, less overnight stay for League games = more value than other National Pathway leagues
- Matches attended by U.S. Soccer Youth National Team Scouts and College Coaches
Can I play for my High School team?
Yes! Academy and Aspire players can play for their High School teams. The Girls Academy structures their seasons to accommodate Virginia's Spring High School League schedule.
What is the training commitment?
Aspire teams train 3x per week in Fall (U13-19) and Spring (U13-14), and 2x per week in Winter.
Will our teams continue to go to the Jefferson Cup, WAGS, Raleigh Showcase, etc?
Yes, Loudoun Soccer GA teams will continue to attend top-tier showcases that provide elite competition and enhanced college exposure. These events will be strategically selected based on:
Competition level
College recruiting opportunities
Player development goals
Premier tournaments such as Jefferson Cup, WAGS, and Raleigh Showcase will remain part of our event calendar to ensure our players are consistently competing in highly-scouted, elite-level environments.
What are the Club fees for Loudoun Soccer GA Aspire?
GA Aspire Club fees for the 2026/27 season are:
U13-U17: $3,000
U18/19: $2,900
Please note that Club fees do not include additional items such as uniform or team fees.
Is financial assistance available?
Financial assistance is available for players identified who demonstrate talent, commitment, and need. For more information on our scholarship program, visit the Financial Assistance form our website.
