gfi academy

gfi gIVES raffle

This year, GFI Academy has proudly provided over $500,000 in financial aid to support more than 300 players, helping make soccer accessible to all. To continue providing this vital support to families in our community, we’re raising $350,000 for our Financial Aid Players and families —and we need your help!
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INTERNATIONAL TRIPS

DREAM BIG TOURS

Join us for an unforgettable soccer experience in England and Italy! In England, explore the Tottenham Hotspur Training Centre and tour the iconic Etihad Stadium in Manchester. In Italy, step into soccer history with tours of Milan's legendary San Siro Stadium and Fiorentina’s Stadio Artemio Franchi.

This all-expenses-paid adventure includes flights, hotels, and travel.

Don’t miss your chance to train, tour, and live like a pro!

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Pathway

rec

Boys and Girls

born in 2020 to 2010

Our recreation academy is our non-competitive league. It’s a great opportunity to learn soccer in a fun environment, make new friends, and enjoy spending time outdoors0

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competitive

Boys and Girls

born in 2017 to 2006

Our Competitive teams compete in South Texas and Houston Leagues as well as tournaments and showcases that provide additional game opportunities.

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high-performance

Boys and Girls

born in 2015 to 2006

We offer the highest level soccer for both boys and girls. Girls can join our Girls DPL and DPL Next teams and boys have the opportunity to join MLS Next Gen, Texas Next, and MLS Next teams.

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inside gfi: featured programs

Developing Futures Beyond the Field

players of life

At GFI Academy, we focus on developing great soccer players and well-rounded individuals. Every competitive player is automatically enrolled in Player’s Life, a program designed to empower them in key areas of life, supporting our mission to inspire growth, leadership, and excellence.
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True player development

GFI Academy is the only club in Houston that offers a true pathway to college and professional soccer. With strong partnerships with Chivas Guadalajara and C.F. Fuenlabrada, we provide the right tools and support to help every player reach their full potential and succeed at the next level.

team achievements

gfi academy accomplishments

MLS Next Frontier League champs

GFI Academy accomplishments

2009 Girls Gold
State Cup Champs

GFI ACADEMY ACCOMPLISHMENTS

U17 mls next QUALIFY FOR PLAYOFFS

player achievements

Mady Perla

Playing for the Mexican National Team U15 El Camino Identification Supercopa Femenil FIFA | FMF 2024

Jayden Montogomery

U17 MLS Next has committed to Division 1 St. John's University

PABLO QUEZADA & RAFAEL HALL

Selected for the Mexican National Team U16 El Camino Identification Supercopa 2024

Ander Gonzalez, Jack Shannon & Marcelo Ojeda

U19 MLS Next players training with the professional soccer team in Spain, CF Fuenlabrada

Rafa Hall & Tristan cottle

U16 MLS Next players training with the professional soccer team in Spain, CF Fuenlabrada

Girls U19 DPL Fully FUnded

Dpl Woodlands

FULLY FUNDED OPPORTUNITY!

The Development Player League is here, and we're offering fully funded spots for U19. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY OF A LIFETIME!

Born in 2007 - 2006

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