Words from the DOC
Welcome to the Toledo Football Academy!
Soccer or “football” as it is called in the rest of the world, is a beautiful game when played with passion, skill and intelligence... This is why it’s the most popular sport in the world!
At the Toledo Football Academy (TFA) we are committed to creating an environment where our Academy members can develop these qualities and experience all the joy that soccer has to offer them.
The coaching staff for this program consists of independent (non-parent), professional, nationally licensed coaches, some of whom are former college and professional players.
TFA is designed for players who are developing a true passion for the game. Posses a strong desire to learn and want high level professional coaching and instruction. Are willing to work on improving their play, and have the character to develop leadership skills. In addition, TFA emphasizes the importance of responsibility and independence in the player. The hope is that this will lead to greater maturity in the player so that they will develop more ownership of their actions, decision-making and self-control, in soccer and in life.
If your soccer player is interested in TFA, and has been chosen by the Academy’s professional coaching staff at our tryouts, please make sure that both player and parent read our Mission Statement and Philosophy. This ensures that everyone is aware of TFA’s high expectations.
Thank you for your interest in TFA.
Paul Holdgate
Director of Coaching and Founder of TFA
Email: paul@tfasoccer.org
Email: pholdgate@toledofootballacademy.org
Address: P.O. Box 107, Monclova, OH 43542-0107