Ohio Prospect Camp for UDA Men’s & Women’s Programs
Train. Be evaluated. Explore your UK university pathway.
This one-day Prospect Camp is designed for student-athletes who want to learn more about University Degrees Abroad and the opportunity to earn an undergraduate degree in the UK while continuing to train and compete in a professional soccer academy environment.
UDA partners with three universities in England — the University of Bath, the University of Chester, and the University of Gloucestershire — offering student-athletes a unique pathway that combines university study, high-level soccer development, and international experience.
Players will take part in technical training, small-sided games, match play, and a UDA academy presentation. Families are welcome to attend the presentation and final Q&A session to learn more about academics, admissions, university life, and the UDA pathway.
This one-day Prospect Camp is designed for student-athletes who want to learn more about University Degrees Abroad and the opportunity to earn an undergraduate degree in the UK while continuing to train and compete in a professional soccer academy environment.
UDA partners with three universities in England — the University of Bath, the University of Chester, and the University of Gloucestershire — offering student-athletes a unique pathway that combines university study, high-level soccer development, and international experience.
Players will take part in technical training, small-sided games, match play, and a UDA academy presentation. Families are welcome to attend the presentation and final Q&A session to learn more about academics, admissions, university life, and the UDA pathway.
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Key Details:
Location: Osborne Academy Willoughby, Ohio Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026 Duration: One-day Prospect Camp Cost: $75 per player Includes a Capelli training shirt Open to:
Capacity: Limited to 20 men and 20 women Objective: Create a meaningful evaluation and learning experience where players can train with UDA staff, compete in game environments, and learn more about the academic and athletic opportunities available through UDA’s UK academy programs. |
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Who Should Attend
This event is ideal for:
- Student-athletes interested in earning a university degree in England
- Players who want to continue developing in a professional academy-style soccer environment
- Families wanting to better understand the UDA pathway, university options, admissions process, and student experience
- Female players graduating in 2027–2030
- Male players graduating in 2027–2028
- Players interested in the University of Bath, University of Chester, or University of Gloucestershire academy programs
What Makes This Event Special
This is more than a soccer camp — it is an introduction to a university pathway that combines academics, soccer development, and international experience.
UDA gives student-athletes the opportunity to earn their undergraduate degree in three years while training and competing within a professional soccer academy structure fully integrated into university life.
At the Ohio Prospect Camp, players and families will have the opportunity to connect with UDA staff, learn about all three UK university academy partners, and better understand what makes the UDA pathway unique.
The day is designed to give players a true feel for the UDA environment through training, small-sided play, match play, presentations, and opportunities for follow-up academic conversations.
UDA gives student-athletes the opportunity to earn their undergraduate degree in three years while training and competing within a professional soccer academy structure fully integrated into university life.
At the Ohio Prospect Camp, players and families will have the opportunity to connect with UDA staff, learn about all three UK university academy partners, and better understand what makes the UDA pathway unique.
The day is designed to give players a true feel for the UDA environment through training, small-sided play, match play, presentations, and opportunities for follow-up academic conversations.
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What You Get
- Technical training session led by UDA staff
- Small-sided games and match play
- Capelli training shirt
- UDA academy presentation covering Bath, Chester, and Gloucestershire
- Opportunity to be evaluated by UDA staff
- Chance to learn about academic pathways, admissions, and university life in the UK
- Final Q&A for players and families
- Individual meeting opportunities for the 2027 incoming group
- Sign-up opportunity for students requesting individual academic calls
- Families are welcome to attend the UDA presentation and final Q&A
Player Note:
Players should bring appropriate training gear, footwear, water, and anything needed for both indoor and outdoor play depending on weather and facility use.
UDA ACADEMIES
Learn more about our UK Academies:
University of Bath
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University of Chester
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University of Gloucestershire
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UDA partners with three universities in England to give student-athletes the opportunity to pursue their undergraduate degree while training, competing, and developing within a high-performance soccer academy environment.
UDA’s academy model allows students to be fully integrated into university life while continuing to develop as players through structured training, competition, coaching, and support.
UDA’s academy model allows students to be fully integrated into university life while continuing to develop as players through structured training, competition, coaching, and support.
Event Schedule
Saturday, November 7, 2026
9:00 AM — Registration
Classroom check-in and Capelli training shirt pickup.
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM — Technical Session
Training session led by UDA staff.
10:45 AM – 11:45 AM — Small-Sided Games
8v8 game format.
12:00 PM — Lunch Break
Players will have a lunch break before the afternoon presentation and match play.
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM — UDA Academy Presentation
Presentation covering UDA’s university academy pathways at the University of Bath, University of Chester, and University of Gloucestershire.
2:45 PM – 4:45 PM — Match Play
11v11 games.
8v8 format may be used if the event is moved indoors.
5:00 PM — Final Q&A and Individual Meetings
Final Q&A for players and families, with individual meeting opportunities for the 2027 incoming group.
A sign-up sheet will also be available for students requesting individual academic calls.
5:30 PM — Prospect Camp Concludes
9:00 AM — Registration
Classroom check-in and Capelli training shirt pickup.
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM — Technical Session
Training session led by UDA staff.
10:45 AM – 11:45 AM — Small-Sided Games
8v8 game format.
12:00 PM — Lunch Break
Players will have a lunch break before the afternoon presentation and match play.
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM — UDA Academy Presentation
Presentation covering UDA’s university academy pathways at the University of Bath, University of Chester, and University of Gloucestershire.
2:45 PM – 4:45 PM — Match Play
11v11 games.
8v8 format may be used if the event is moved indoors.
5:00 PM — Final Q&A and Individual Meetings
Final Q&A for players and families, with individual meeting opportunities for the 2027 incoming group.
A sign-up sheet will also be available for students requesting individual academic calls.
5:30 PM — Prospect Camp Concludes
Ready to Register?
Spaces are limited to 30 men and 30 women.
This one-day Prospect Camp gives players and families the opportunity to experience the UDA pathway, connect with staff, and learn how student-athletes can earn a degree in the UK while continuing to train and compete in a professional academy environment.
This one-day Prospect Camp gives players and families the opportunity to experience the UDA pathway, connect with staff, and learn how student-athletes can earn a degree in the UK while continuing to train and compete in a professional academy environment.
