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Happy International Goalkeeper Day! LDGA is excited to invite you to 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐆𝐨𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩! Designed specifically to prepare college goalkeepers for the upcoming fall season. This unique training opportunity will be conducted by US Women National Team and UGA GK coach Rade Tanaskovic () whose experience at the highest levels of the game brings tremendous value to aspiring collegiate goalkeepers. Rade will be assisted by Ron Apollon (.apollon), along with other renowned GK coaches in the Southeast like Dan Pietro () and Jackie De Nova ().

June 27-28 I 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
2 Sessions Per Day + Lectures + Lunch
Camp Fee: $300.00
📍Metro North Soccer Field 4645 Paper Mill Rd, Marietta GA 30067
Register at: https://shorturl.at/Gh241
𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

Who Should Attend:
✅ Current College Goalkeepers
✅ Incoming College Freshmen GKs
✅ High School Graduating Seniors

LDGA camps are open to any and all entrants limited only by age/grade, gender, and number of participants. Register today!

“I had a great time at the LDGA camps throughout my youth. While being very tough and learning‑intensive, the coaches created a space that allowed for a lot of laughs and fun. Not only did I become a better goalkeeper, but I made some awesome memories as well.”
— Ryan Schewe, Professional MLS Sporting KC Goalkeeper

Ryan’s journey is a powerful reminder of what the LDGA experience can spark — growth, grit, and unforgettable moments both on and off the field.

𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐋𝐃𝐆𝐀 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬?
Join us for LDGA 2026 Summer Camp! 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟐–𝟐𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
Train hard, learn from top coaches, and build the foundation for your next level.

Secure your spot: https://shorturl.at/Ic7XB
📷 Al Fly

March is already wrapping up, and July will be here before you know it. LDGA’s 2026 Summer Camp runs July 22–26, 2026, built for dedicated goalkeepers and strikers who want to sharpen both the physical and mental sides of their game. Register today!

⚽ Camp Options
Residential Goalkeeper Camp — $725
Three daily training sessions, video/lecture work, optional distribution training, Goalie War Tournament, gloves + camp T‑shirt.

Day Goalkeeper Camp — $510
Two daily training sessions, optional distribution training, lunch included, Goalie War Tournament, gloves + camp T‑shirt.

Residential Striker Camp — $570
Hundreds of shots on goal, striking technique, ball control, finishing in all situations, plus joint sessions with GKs and the Goalie War Tournament.

⚽ Ages: Open to boys and girls 10–18.
⚽ Registration: Secure your spot: https://shorturl.at/Ic7XB

The mix of high‑intensity training and competitive sessions makes this week one of LDGA’s most anticipated events each year!

LDGA Coach Spotlight: Garth Pollonais. Garth Pollonais brings a powerful blend of elite playing experience, top‑tier coaching education, and long‑term player development leadership to LDGA. Holding a USSF A License and the NSCAA Director of Coaching Diploma, he has spent 25 years coaching across the college and youth ranks, shaping players at every level.

A former professional, Pollonais competed for clubs such as the Tampa Bay Rowdies, Charleston Battery, and Raleigh Flyers, and represented Trinidad & Tobago on the international stage. His excellence carried into his coaching career, earning him induction into the Erskine College Hall of Fame.

His leadership résumé includes serving as USDA Academy Director and Director of Player Development for Texans SC Houston, Academy Director at Concorde Fire, Director of Coaching at Clearwater Chargers, and Head Coach for both the Men’s and Women’s programs at Erskine College. He holds a BA in Psychology from Erskine and is a proud husband to Kim and father to Alexis.

For the past three years, Pollonais has also led the LDGA Striker Program, elevating attacking development with his expertise and passion.

A coach, mentor, and architect of player growth, Garth Pollonais continues to strengthen LDGA with his vision and commitment!

LDGA 2026 Summer Camp registration is now open! We can't wait - 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟐–𝟐𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔! Designed for the serious goalkeepers and strikers, the LDGA camp focuses on both the physical and the mental aspect of Goalkeeping and Finishing.

𝐋𝐃𝐆𝐀 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩- 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐈 $𝟕𝟐𝟓.𝟎𝟎
This program is open to all players boys and girls 10-18 years of age. The camp will consist of 3 mandatory training sessions per day and a lecture/video analysis as well as an optional distribution session in the afternoon. All campers can participate in the Goalie War Tournament on the last day of camp and will receive a pair of gloves and a camp T-shirt.

𝐋𝐃𝐆𝐀 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩 – 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐈 $𝟓𝟏𝟎.𝟎𝟎
This program is open to all players boys and girls 10-18 years of age. The camp will consist of 2 mandatory training sessions per day and an optional distribution session in the afternoon. All campers can participate in the Goalie War Tournament on the last day of camp and will receive a pair of gloves and a camp T-shirt. Lunch is also included in this program.

𝐋𝐃𝐆𝐀 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐤𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩- 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐈 $𝟓𝟕𝟎.𝟎𝟎
The 5th annual LDGA Striker Camp is designed for players who would like to get Hundreds shots on goal throughout the course of the camp! Campers will train on proper striking techniques, close ball control, turns, skills, and fakes, variations of passing and receiving, and finishing in all kind of situations. Strikers will join the GKs for one or two sessions each day and play games and implement the striker techniques in live game situations.

Register today https://shorturl.at/Ic7XB

LDGA Team Spotlight: Dan Pietro. Dan Pietro brings experience, leadership, and a deep commitment to player development that continues to elevate LDGA. He currently serves as the Program Director for the Paulding County Boys & Girls Club (BGCMA), where he oversees all program operations and youth development initiatives for the Paulding County Club.

Dan spent nine years as an Assistant Director at LDGA, playing a major role in building and shaping the Elite Program at LDGA camps. His impact extended beyond LDGA as well—he served as Director of Goalkeepers at NASA Tophat Soccer Club and coached within the Boys ECNL and RPL programs. He was also part of the Georgia Olympic Development Program’s goalkeeper coaching staff, helping guide some of the state’s top young talents.

The LDGA team is fortunate to have a coach with Dan’s experience, passion, and dedication continuing to pour into our players and our mission!

Save the date for LDGA’s 2026 Summer Camp! 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬: 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟐–𝟐𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔!

From Ron Apollon, Head Coach and LDGA Director

After a goalkeeper makes a save, they become the launch point of the attack. The job isn’t just to hold the ball—it’s to read the field, move with urgency, and make the first decisive pass. That means securing the ball, sprinting to the top of the 18, scanning the opposite side for open players, and choosing the right type of distribution. Sometimes it’s a quick throw or roll to a checking teammate, other times it’s a driven ball into space, a drop‑kick to jump‑start a break, or a punt toward an area where the team has numbers. A sharp GK looks for early 1v1 or 2v2 opportunities in the attacking third, pushes teammates forward when options are limited, and stays involved by stepping up as a backpass outlet.

In the end, goalkeepers must understand that they are the starting point of the attack, not just the last line of defense. Use every distribution tool available and play with purpose!

Save the date for LDGA’s 2026 Summer Camp! 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬: 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟐–𝟐𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔. A perfect chance for players to grow, compete, and sharpen their game with LDGA training.

Save the Date! 𝐋𝐃𝐆𝐀 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬: 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟐–𝟐𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔. Location: Reinhardt University, Eagles View Residence Hall (7300 Reinhardt College Cir, Waleska, GA 30183). Get ready — LDGA 2026 Summer Camp 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐨𝐨𝐧!

With the excitement of the FIFA World Cup happening this year, it’s the perfect time for young goalkeepers and strikers to train, grow, and bring that global soccer spirit to the field. Whether your athlete is inspired by the world’s top players or just starting their journey, LDGA Summer Camp is designed to build confidence, sharpen skills, and create unforgettable memories.

To enquire about LDGA camps, please email [email protected].
All upcoming camp details will be available on our homepage www.ldgacamps.com

Melchie “Corventina” Dumornay, Haiti’s top women’s football star, finished in the top five finalists for Globe Soccer’s Women’s Player of the Year award. She earned this spot alongside some of the most accomplished players in women’s football, including names from Spain and England. This marks the first time a Haitian player has reached the top five at this global awards event. 

Her strong season with Olympique Lyon (OL Lyonnes) and standout performances for Haiti helped her get noticed by the Globe Soccer jury. Dumornay has been a key player in France’s top league and continues to raise her profile on the international stage. 

Reaching this level puts Dumornay in elite company and highlights how far Haitian women’s football has come. Her achievement is a milestone for Haitian sport and could inspire more players from the Caribbean to break into top-tier football. 🙌🏾🙌🏾🇭🇹🇭🇹

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The LDGA team wishes you a happy holiday season filled with joy, rest, and celebration. Here’s to a bright and exciting year to come!

LDGA Director Ron Apollon, was invited to speak at Stakeholder Dialogues presented by Haiti Tech Summit on "Empowering Haiti’s Next Generation Through Sports and Diaspora Leadership".

Full video: https://www.youtube.com/live/LYGvoAnMQso?si=wV9OKukS6M1BzmNJ