With the leaves turning in Canada and the fall season in full swing, academy coach Luis Domingos shines a light on a successful 2025 Summer Camp.

Domingos has been at Scrosoppi for three years, and saw coaching as a way to continue his passion for the sport after hanging up his playing boots.

Alongside his responsibilities as a coach in the Scrosoppi’s League1 Ontario program, mainly with the Women’s League2 Division team in the third tier of L1ON, Luis is an academy coach and was a key figure in this year’s Summer Camp.

The attending children were exposed to skill activities and mock-game scenarios that enabled them to practice before going into matches. The most popular parts of the camp were the small tournaments and matches, which Domingos also admitted were his own highlights as he reflected on a successful summer.

“This year’s Summer Camp was very positive,” he said. “We had more kids compared to last year and the high level of engagement creates a realistic and competitive environment, which is very beneficial for their development.

“We exposed the kids to scenarios they would encounter in a session when becoming an SFC player. It is important that kids are able to handle this during the camps, as it helps us identify their potential.

“I was glad to see kids improving their skills, and it’s great that a few new faces from the camp have now joined our grassroots teams. Hard work pays off.

“Soccer is a highly competitive sport, and every minute on the field counts. We’re glad to have them with us and look forward to seeing them continue to work hard.”

The Summer Camp didn’t come without its challenges for the coaches, who adapted sessions to create worthwhile experiences for the vast range of participants, despite testing weather conditions.

“Many activities had to be adapted due to the extreme heat, with the kids spending nearly seven hours on the field each day. The fact that several kids chose to return for multiple weeks is a strong indication that they truly enjoyed the experience.

“We are very excited for next season as we resume team trainings to prepare for the Winter Leagues. The Saints Academy, our skill development program, is also returning to help players improve and potentially join our club’s competitive squads one day.”

There are plenty of ways to get involved with Scrosoppi at the youth soccer level. Email info@scrosoppi.ca to enquire about the latest opportunities.