Premiere Training Academy F.C. – Club FAQ

Yes. We will have a Director of Coaching who will lead the coaching direction, tactics, philosophy, and curriculum of the club. We are looking at a technical director who will work with the Director of Coaching on practice structure, drills, training, and individul player development. We will also have a head of administration who will work on club communications, coordinating events, and many other important parts of the club to keep things organized. 

We will be using a vetting process that considers the coach's ability to embody our club principles, teach in a meaningful manner, prior experience coaching, and many other aspects to ensure we have the right coaches in place to develop the players and succeed as a team. 

All of our coaches will have a background check and go through different training to ensure they are equipped to handle all situations, including Safesport..

We are building with the future in mind through a clear 3-, 5-, and 7-year vision focused on creating more opportunities for our players.

Our plan includes pathways to higher levels of play, such as Pre-ECNL, ECNL, and collegiate soccer, while ensuring players are developed at the right pace.

We are also committed to growing soccer across Northeast Arkansas by bringing local leagues during the Spring, Summer, and Fall seasons, reducing travel and strengthening the local soccer community.

A transparent roadmap is being developed to show the initiatives and goals we are working toward.

All players must complete the Premiere Training Academy Tryout Registration Form on premieretrainingacademy.com.

The website will include:

• Registration access
• Age group dates and times
• Tryout locations
• Important updates

Players are evaluated on:

• Technical ability (dribbling, passing, receiving, shooting)
• Competing and work rate
• Decision-making and game understanding
• Speed and athleticism

PTA uses a milestone-based evaluation approach to place players in the best development environment.

Players not selected will be placed in age-appropriate development programs.

Our goal is to ensure every player is in the right position, on the right team, and in the right environment to grow and thrive, with a pathway to future competitive opportunities.

Parents are encouraged to:

• Serve on club committees

1. Fundraiser committee
2. community outreach
3. and others

• Support club initiative

We will have a form that parents can fill out with any concerns or suggestions. For immediate mantters parents may reach out to the Director of Coaches to set a phone meeting or in person meeting.

Yes. There will be a parent meeting before or during the tryouts to answer any questions as well as one during registration day. We will also try to hold one mid-season and have surveys out at the end of the season.