Inter Atlanta FC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth soccer club based at 161 Arizona Ave NE in Atlanta, Georgia. The club states its mission is to "develop principled, passionate people through a quality soccer experience," emphasizing player development in a team environment where every level is equally and critically important. Its club culture is guided by four core values—Excellence, Growth, Trust, and Spirit—with the club describing trust as the currency of a healthy club.
WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE US
Why families choose this club
Pathway for all
The organization maintains a player pathway designed for those with professional or collegiate ambitions as well as players who love being part of a community-based club.
Need-based financial aid
Families can apply for need-based financial aid across Recreational, Junior Blues, Club, Academy, and Select programs, offering registration discounts, a free uniform, and travel assistance.
Installment payment plans
Payment plan options are available for Junior Blues, Academy, Select, and Club programs to divide registration fees into multiple payments without requiring an application.
Community facility investment
The club is building Glenwood Soccer Park to bring soccer access to underserved areas of Atlanta.
Top competitive ranking
The club boasts competitive results on the pitch, including the #1 U12 boys team in GA on PitchRank.
PROGRAMS
Programs
Inter Atlanta FC offers programs spanning Recreation, Junior Blues, Club, Academy, and Select, alongside Friday Skills Training, Future Blues, and TOPSoccer. Competitive tracks include play in MLS Next, GA Aspire, NAL, and DPL. Year-round options include a Spring Friendly season as well as summer camps and SCCL Summer League play. Training locations include Arizona Ave Fields, Glenwood Soccer Park, Agnes Scott, APS Coan Building/Field, Austin, Benteen Elementary, Candler, and Field of Dreams.
SpringSpring Friendly season offered as part of registration programs.
SummerSummer camps and SCCL Summer League play.
Primary training locations: Arizona Ave Fields, Glenwood Soccer Park, Agnes Scott, APS Coan Building/Field, Austin, Benteen Elementary, Candler, Field of Dreams
TUITION
Cost to play
The average cost per player for a full season is $1,500, with Friday Skills Training offered at $150 for 12 sessions. The Friday Skills Training fee covers 12 sessions of supplementary training for Academy, Select, and Club players who train twice a week. Payment plan options for Junior Blues, Academy, Select, and Club programs are presented during PlayMetrics checkout with no application required. Need-based financial aid is generally unavailable to households over $80,000 income and requires a PlayMetrics application with tax documentation. General aid packages provide discounts, one summer camp, a free uniform package, and travel assistance for out-of-metro-Atlanta travel, and 100% of donations support the financial aid and outreach programs.
$150 for 12 sessions (Friday Skills Training)
COACHING
Coaching
Credentialed coaching staff
The club's staff includes directors and coaches holding USSF A/B licenses, UEFA B/C licenses, and United Soccer Coaches Premier and Advanced National Diplomas.
Executive leadership
Executive leadership is headed by Chief Executive Officer Andy Skorupski and Chief Operating Officer Lea Rolfes.
Technical leadership
Chief Soccer OfficerJohn Downey joined as a Recreation volunteer in 2007 and holds a USSF-A Youth License, while Sporting DirectorEd Joyce brings 19 years as an NCAA Division I coach and holds a UEFA B License.
Program directors
Program oversight includes Club Program Director and College Recruitment DirectorSpenser Sumpter, MLS Next DirectorJack Curtin, and Recreation DirectorJoey Syfert, who was named 2020 Georgia Soccer Boys Coach of the Year.
Andy Skorupski
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Lea Rolfes
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
John Downey
Chief Soccer Officer (CSO)
Joined the club in 2007 as a Recreation volunteer; has served as Academy Director, Director of Coaching, MLS Next Director, and GA Aspire Director. Holds USSF-A Youth License.
Ed Joyce
Sporting Director
19 years as an NCAA Division I men's and women's coach; previously coached ECNL in Georgia. Holds UEFA B License.
Spenser Sumpter
Club Program Director / College Recruitment Director
Played at Georgia State University; formerly at Chiefs Futbol Club. Holds USSF A License and UEFA C License.
Jack Curtin
MLS Next Director
Holds USSF 'A' License, UEFA 'B' License, and United Soccer Coaches Advanced National Diploma.
Joey Syfert
Recreation Director
20 years of director/coaching experience in Atlanta; named 2020 Georgia Soccer Boys Coach of the Year.
CORE VALUES
Core Values
The club states it is built on four core values: Excellence, Growth, Trust, and Spirit, describing trust as "the currency of a healthy club" and spirit as thriving through "positivity, and our joy for the sport."
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