About IMG Academy
IMG Academy is a youth soccer club based in Bradenton, Florida, founded in 1978. The club fields competitive teams across 12 age groups and competes in MLS NEXT and ECNL. IMG Academy focuses on long-term player development, a clear pathway to college and pro opportunities, and a positive team culture for families across the southwest florida area.
Leagues
Age Groups
Programs for
Tryouts
Open tryouts for the 2026–27 season are being held now. Register through the club website to reserve a spot for your age group.
Rating Breakdown
Coaches at IMG Academy
College & Pro Commitments
Diego Rodriguez
Goalkeeper · Girls · Class of 2025
Orlando City SC
Gabriel Johnson
Forward · Girls · Class of 2024
Charlotte FC
Gabriel Davis
Midfielder · Boys · Class of 2024
Penn State
NCAA D3
Diego Johnson
Goalkeeper · Girls · Class of 2026
FIU
NCAA D3
Mia Walker
Forward · Girls · Class of 2025
Stanford
NCAA D3
Isabella Bennett
Goalkeeper · Girls · Class of 2026
Florida Atlantic
NCAA D1
Parent & Player Reviews
5 total- PS
Priya S.
Former Player · 7mo ago
4.2Great fit for a serious player
If your kid wants a real pathway — ECNL exposure, college showcases, the works — this is one of the better-run programs in the region. Facilities could use an upgrade though.
Coaching 4.8Development 4.5Organization 3.8Culture 3.9Value 4.4Facilities 4.0 - MG
Maria G.
Parent · 9mo ago
4.3Welcoming for new families
We moved from out of state and the tryout process was smooth and transparent. The travel commitment is real, so go in with eyes open, but the soccer education is first-rate.
Coaching 4.2Development 4.2Organization 4.3Culture 5.0Value 3.3Facilities 4.9 - DL
David L.
Player · 1y ago
4.2Competitive but supportive
Top-level competition without the toxic sideline culture you see elsewhere. Training is organized and the directors are responsive. Fees are on the higher side but you get what you pay for.
Coaching 4.7Development 4.1Organization 4.8Culture 4.6Value 3.1Facilities 3.6 - AP
Amanda P.
Parent · 1y ago
4.3Strong development culture
Our daughter has grown so much in two seasons here. The coaches genuinely care about long-term development over short-term wins, and the communication with parents has been excellent.
Coaching 3.7Development 4.7Organization 3.8Culture 3.8Value 4.7Facilities 4.8 - TB
Tom B.
Parent of two players · 1y ago
4.2Good club, depends on the team
Experience varies a lot by age group and coach. Our older son's team was fantastic; the younger one's coach turned over twice in a year. Club-wide organization is solid.
Coaching 3.6Development 4.2Organization 5.0Culture 4.1Value 4.0Facilities 4.5
Contact
- 🌐www.imgacademy.com
- ✉️info@imgacademy.com
- 📞(407) 284-7535
- 📍Bradenton, FL 34210
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