Dominic Aidouni Commits to the Capilano University Blues Men’s Soccer Team for Fall 2021 Roster

Congratulations to Dominic Aidouni on his commitment to the Capilano University Blues! ⚪️🔵

Dominic was introduced into the academy through our School Soccer Programs. He later joined the U21 Faly Academy team in 2018. With his efforts alongside the team that year, they were able to accomplish winning the U21 Men’s Provincial Championship. He is a passionate and strong player that would never give up on the play.

“I first started playing under Faly and his coaching staff in grade 6 where he was my school soccer coach for 3 years. After a couple of years away, I found myself back in the academy where I thrived for the last 4 years. Faly and the coaches have watched my development as a player over the years as I’ve watched the academy grow into one of the most successful soccer academies in BC. I’ve had my share of success playing under Faly. Winning the u21 BC provincial title was one of those successes. It brings me joy to see the direction this academy is heading in. It continues to provide a platform for young soccer players to develop and reach whatever goals they set for themselves. I’m glad to have been a part of it and I look forward to what is coming next for Faly Academy.” – Dominic on his experience with the Faly Academy

https://athletics.capilanou.ca/sports/msoc/2021-22/roster

Matthew Marshall Signs with McGill University Men’s Soccer Team for Fall 2021 Roster

Matthew Marshall has secured a position on the 2021 roster of the McGill University Redbirds men’s soccer team and the Faly Academy family couldn’t be more proud and excited.  McGill plays in the RSEQ conference in USports, the governing body of Canadian university athletics.

Matthew recently graduated from Carson Graham Secondary School in North Vancouver, British Columbia. He was a recent member of the U21 program at Faly Academy and moved to Montreal in August to start training for the university season.  Matthew is enrolled in the General Arts program.

Matthew Marshall joined Faly Academy in their U13 program in March 2015.  Matthew spent the next six years training and playing at both Centre Back and Centre Defensive Mid.  Most recently, as a 17-year old he helped anchor the defense of one of the best U21 teams in British Columbia.  Matthew is a strong, passionate player whose infectious enthusiasm for the game often sets the tone for many of the teams on which he plays.  During his time with the Academy he captained several teams and played a leading role in numerous overseas travel teams, including three trips to train at FC Metz in France, two years competing in the Paris World Games in France, and the San Marino Cup in Italy.

https://mcgillathletics.ca/sports/mens-soccer/roster

Kyle Azuma Signs with McGill University Men’s Soccer Team for Fall 2021 Roster

Faly Academy is proud to announce that Kyle Azuma has secured a position on the 2021 roster of the McGill University Redbirds men’s soccer team.  McGill plays in the RSEQ conference in USports, the governing body of Canadian university athletics.

Kyle recently graduated from Handsworth Secondary School in North Vancouver, British Columbia.  He was a recent member of the U21 program at Faly Academy and moved to Montreal in August to start training for the university season.  Kyle is enrolled in the General Arts program McGill University

Kyle Azuma initially joined Faly Academy at the age of 11 in 2015, where he spent a season with their U13 program. He then parted ways with the academy temporarily, but eventually made the decision to come back to Faly Academy in 2018, where he played for the U17 team as well as the U21 team. During his second spell, he played in the VMSL U21 division, and was also a part of the travel team which competed in the Las Vegas Mayor’s Cup International Showcase. Kyle is a technical playmaker who brings a creative spark to the game. At Faly Academy, he played primarily as an attacking midfielder, as well as a more holding role.

https://mcgillathletics.ca/sports/mens-soccer/roster

Jose Vergani Commits to SCAD Men’s Soccer for Fall 2021 Roster

Jose Vergani has signed with the SCAD Men’s Soccer team for the fall 2021 roster at The Savannah College of Art and Design.

Jose has been a member of Faly Academy since 2015 and has travelled abroad competing in the Paris World Games and the San Marino Cup. He has been an inspiring individual both on and off the field. The Faly Academy Family is so proud of what he has accomplished and excited for Jose to continue both his passion in soccer and art at The Savannah College of Art and Design.

Read more on the SCAD athletic’s blog here:
SCAD Men’s Soccer Recruit Spotlight: Class of 2021 – Jose Vergani

Anastazi Ahayo Signs with Philadelphia Lone Star FC’s USL2 Team

Anastazi Ahayo has signed with Philadelphia Lone Star FC’s USL2 team for the 2021 season.

Anastazi has been a full time member of Faly Academy since joining in 2014 with our school program at École des Pionniers. He continued with the Elite and travel teams and trained and competed in France at the Paris World Games for 2 years. Anastazi has recently been competing with our U21 team in the VMSL league and won the Doug Day Provincial Cup, and finished first in the league.

Anastazi has been an exceptionally strong developing player and team captain, and we are very excited for the next steps in his journey.

Tiago Coimbra Signs Contract with Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras

After 4 years full time at Faly Academy, Tiago Coimbra has signed a contract with Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras.

Tiago started in the Elite Program and recently played the last 2 seasons with the U21 team in the VMSL league where they won the league. He joined the travel team to France (FC Metz) for 3 consecutive years, was a finalist and semi-finalist at Paris World Games for 2 years, won the cup at San Marino Cup 2018, won the U18 SX Cup in 2018, and has participated in many local and US tournaments. Tiago is a pure prodigy of Faly Academy and we couldn’t be more proud.

Athos Michellepis de Siqueira Joins Langara Falcons

Faly Academy would like to congratulate Athos Michellepis de Siqueira for being selected to join the Langara Falcons’ Mens Soccer team. All the best Athos!

13 FA Players attended the PSPL Surf Academy Winter ID Camp

Thirteen Faly Academy Elite Team players attended the PSPL Surf Academy Winter College ID Camp this weekend, Jan 25-26, 2020.  It was a worthwhile training weekend with all players being given the opportunity for exposure to Division 1, 2 and 3 coaches from throughout the United States. All of the Faly Academy players have said it was a very positive weekend.

Sean Salen – A Faly Academy Player Spotlight

Joining Faly Academy in 2017, Sean Salen has been setting the tone for achievements including winning the 2019 BC Soccer U21 Doug Day Provincial Cup.

At 5’8 and 160 pounds (72.5kilo), Salen has filled out into a well oiled machine for Faly Academy’s U-21 back line. At the fullback position, he hounds the opposition for the ball and is a key piece of Faly's build-up play. Salen had also participated in the Academy’s travel team that had a quarter finals finish in the 2017 Paris World Games.

Following the Langara Falcons’ national run in 2018, Sean was recruited as one of the new rookies to the Falcons squad. Having 5 starts and 11 games played in his first year, Sean was getting plenty of Pacwest league experience under 2018 coach of the year, Mark Rizzardo.

As the Falcons fall season has ended, we would like to welcome Sean back and are excited to see him back in action in our VMSL U-21 games with our team comfortably in first place.