About
Sporting Padula Soccer Academy, also known as SP Soccer Academy, was established in 2011 and is based in Westerville, in the Columbus, Ohio area. It was founded and is led by Gino Padula, a former professional player who was part of the Columbus Crew and helped the team win the 2008 MLS Cup and the 2010 Supporters' Shield, and who also played in Argentina and in European countries including Spain, England, and France. Padula was one of the pioneers of indoor training in Columbus, developing indoor programs that allow players to train year-round. The academy offers a competitive youth soccer program for players in the U7-U19 age groups, supported by licensed coaches who emphasize technical ability, tactical awareness, and competitive behaviors within a long-term development model. Its team programs are Premier (U7-U14), Premier (U15-U19), and Elite (U15-U19), with groups placed in national, regional, and local leagues based on age and team placement. Training locations are in Westerville, Gahanna, and Columbus, Ohio. The academy states it has trained hundreds of players since its founding.
Programs
- Academy U7-U19, Ages 6-18
- Competitive U7-U14, Ages 6-13
- Youth soccer U14, girls, Age 13
- Competitive U15-U19, Ages 14-18
- Premier (U7-U14)
- International Experience
- Premier (U15-U19)
- Elite (U15-U19)
- Individual Sessions
Locations
- 2011 and is based in Westerville - OH
- 611 Park Meadow Rd - Westerville, OH
- 3599 Chiller Lane - Columbus, OH
Contact and links
- Official website
- Email: info@spsocceracademy.com
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