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CARDONA SET TO PLAY FOR THE GRIZZLIES Congratulations goes out to FC Indiana Development Academy graduate Ian Cardona on...
08/06/2026

CARDONA SET TO PLAY FOR THE GRIZZLIES

Congratulations goes out to FC Indiana Development Academy graduate Ian Cardona on his college commitment to play for Franklin College.

The CAMISA11 Takeover ⚽🔥8th Annual CAMISA11 Soccer Camp: Bigger, Better, and BolderThe CAMISA11 movement is officially u...
08/03/2026

The CAMISA11 Takeover ⚽🔥

8th Annual CAMISA11 Soccer Camp: Bigger, Better, and Bolder

The CAMISA11 movement is officially unstoppable! Our eighth annual summer camp didn't just return—it absolutely exploded, smashing our previous attendance records and expanding into brand-new territories. We hit the pitch with our biggest and hungriest squad of young footballers yet, drawing talent from middle school to high school, all locked in and elevating their game ahead of their new campaign.

Elite Coaching. Next-Level Play. 🧭
Partnering with FC Indiana, we brought elite, high-tempo training sessions straight to our campers across all our new locations. Led by a top-tier coaching squad—Bari Meyers, Rashid Segane, Joey Boothroyd, and Brandon Adams—every player received the tactical blueprints and personalized mentorship needed to sharpen their technique, build unstoppable confidence, and dominate in-game decision-making.

What a Week! 🙌
From new friendships to new skills, this week was unforgettable. The energy, sportsmanship, and enthusiasm made it more than just a camp—it was an experience.

We can’t wait to see what next year brings as we continue to scale up and conquer new pitches. Stay tuned for more updates and announcements! ⏳📋

CASTRO OFFICIALLY SIGNS WITH INDIANA UNIVERSITY KOKOMOFC Indiana Development Academy graduate Sonia Castro will official...
07/16/2026

CASTRO OFFICIALLY SIGNS WITH INDIANA UNIVERSITY KOKOMO

FC Indiana Development Academy graduate Sonia Castro will officially take her talents to the next level after signing her collegiate letter of intent to join Indiana University Kokomo.

Castro named 2025-26 MLISX Coach of The YearGutiérrez (Goalkeeper) and Bernandez (Defender) take honorable mentions. Reg...
04/17/2026

Castro named 2025-26 MLISX Coach of The Year

Gutiérrez (Goalkeeper) and Bernandez (Defender) take honorable mentions.

Regular Season Award winners announced.

Read more on mlispro.com to see the All-League Team and Honorable Mentions.

7th Annual CAMISA11 Soccer Camp SuccessParticipants in the CAMISA11 Soccer Camp had a great time. For a week in July, th...
07/28/2025

7th Annual CAMISA11 Soccer Camp Success

Participants in the CAMISA11 Soccer Camp had a great time. For a week in July, the camp attracts boys and girls in Lafayette, Indiana, ages 8 to 18.

The event was run by former Lions striker Chris Castro with the assistance of current FC Indiana midfielder Bari Mayers and FC Indiana strength & conditioning coach Joey Boothroyd. The camp was split into two groups, with 8–14-year-olds (Middle School) and 15-18-year-olds (High School).

“In the camp we focused on fundamentals and key parts of the game,” said Castro. “We wanted to help the players improve their technical and physical abilities. It is a fast-paced game, so we ran through drills that would help them make faster decisions and winning 1 v 1 duels during their games. At the end of each day our goal was making sure each player performed to the best of their abilities.”

CAMISA11 Soccer Camp has always helped foster relationships between high schools, college programs and the several soccer clubs across Greater Lafayette area and the neighboring counties. FC Indiana is widely recognized as a hotbed for developing young soccer talent and CAMISA11 Soccer Camp is one of the fastest growing summer camps in the state.

“Speaking for both current and former players, I can say that we look forward to coaching and participating in the CAMISA11 Soccer Camp each summer. More importantly, though, is what it means to work with Castro, who is passionate about the game and thrives on bringing out the best in every person, regardless of age or skill level. This soccer camp is a vital component in the community, as we all know, the young players in the Greater Lafayette area look up to Castro as an example of how and what is required to play the game.,” Mayers said.

Drills and exercises were used to help the participants strengthen their skills. Participants received thorough feedback at the conclusion of each session. "We divided it into two sections. We provided feedback at the conclusion of each day, Identifying their weaknesses or errors in the fundamentals of dribbling, passing, shooting, defending, and ball control is the first step. The other was giving them credit for their efforts, which was done during exercises, small-sided games, and other times when a player or group stood out the most. For the other participants to pay attention, the group or the individual was requested to carry out the drill.”

Everyone who attended had a good time at the camp. Joey Boothroyd, coach of FC Indiana Strength and Conditioning, had a great time interacting with the campers and is eager to see the camps continue to expand. "Several campers expressed their intention to bring all of their friends and teammates to the camp next summer," he stated.

Former FC Indiana defender Neil Shaffer signs with Bridge City FC of Major League Indoor Soccer (MLIS).
07/17/2025

Former FC Indiana defender Neil Shaffer signs with Bridge City FC of Major League Indoor Soccer (MLIS).

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