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FC Copa Academy Coach Dimitri Vassiliadis Named To EDP’s Promising Young Coaches Under 30
FC Copa Academy Coach Dimitri Vassiliadis Named To EDP’s 2021 Promising Young Coaches Under 30 List METUCHEN, NJ - FC Copa Academy Coach...

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Feb 12, 20213 min read


FC Copa Academy Celebrates Black History Month: Sherwin John
Our second feature spotlight is Sherwin John. In his own words, learn about his role and his motivations. As an Academy Coach at FC Copa,...

FC Copa Academy
Feb 12, 20212 min read


FC Copa Alumna Phoenetia Browne Signs Professional Contract
FC Copa Alumna Phoenetia Browne Signs Pro Contract With SC Sand Former FC Copa Player and Coach Continues Her Professional Career in...

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Feb 12, 20211 min read


FC Copa Academy Celebrates Black History Month: David Barbour
FC Copa Academy is taking part in this year’s celebration by spotlighting members of our staff/organization whose exemplary work furthers...

FC Copa Academy
Feb 6, 20213 min read


Jonathan Firmino and Sabrina Flores Join Latest FC Copa Virtual Series
FC Copa was thrilled to continue its regular Copa Virtually Presents for our players, providing exclusive access events to individuals...

FC Copa Academy
Feb 5, 20212 min read


Robert Lara Jr, Class of 2021, Commits to Medaille College!
Name: Robert Lara Jr. Team: B02/03 Red Number of Years at Copa: 4 HS: Old Bridge High School HS Honors: Honor Roll Coaches at Copa: Coach...

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Feb 4, 20211 min read


UWS Makes Major Announcement
National Women’s League Founded by FC Copa President Roberto Aguas and Host of New Jersey Copa FC’s Team Makes Move To Pro Status With...

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Jan 28, 20214 min read


January 3v3 Challenge Sold Out, New 3v3 for Presidents Day Holiday + Goalie Wars and Day Camp
FC Copa welcomed a record number of participants at the club’s 3v3 Challenge that took place on January 18th. With a number of 134 total...

FC Copa Academy
Jan 25, 20211 min read


Jackie Bruno and Phoenetia Browne Give Back To FC Copa
FC Copa Academy recently kicked off a new initiative where we want to provide our players with positive role models for them to look up...

FC Copa Academy
Jan 22, 20212 min read


FC Copa Announces Staffing For USL Academy
Current FC Copa Directors Billy Englishby and Andrew Santos Appointed To Lead USL Academy Efforts METUCHEN, NJ - FC Copa Academy...

FC Copa Academy
Jan 21, 20213 min read


FC Copa Alumnus Joe Greenspan Shares Thoughts On MLS SuperDraft
The 2021 MLS SuperDraft presented by Adidas, is where the stars of tomorrow decide their future. FC Copa Academy’s alumnus Joe...

FC Copa Academy
Jan 21, 20211 min read


New Jersey Copa FC Hires Kevin Nuss As Sporting Director
New Jersey Copa FC Hires Kevin Nuss As Sporting Director New Jersey-area coach and executive with impressive background to guide player...

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Jan 14, 20213 min read


Fernando Barboto Named Head Coach of New Jersey Copa FC
Legendary New Jersey-area coach brings immense experience to USL League Two side For Immediate Release - Tuesday, January 11, 2021 Media...

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Jan 12, 20213 min read


FC Copa Hires Andre Vieira as Academy Staff Coach
FC Copa Hires Andre Vieira as Academy Coach For Immediate Release - Wednesday, January 6, 2021 Media Contact: Jef Thiffault, Director of...

FC Copa Academy
Jan 6, 20212 min read


JUSTEN LEE-SAM, CLASS OF 2021, COMMITS TO FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON UNIVERSITY!
Name: Justen Lee-Sam Team: B02/03 NL Black Number of Years at Copa: 4 HS: Old Bridge High School HS Honors: All County, Honor Roll, High...

FC Copa Academy
Jan 6, 20213 min read


JAKE GERSHON, CLASS OF 2021, COMMITS TO TCNJ!
Name: Jake Fillip Gershon Team: B02/03 NL Black Number of Years at Copa: 3 HS: Colts Neck High School HS Honors: All State, All County,...

FC Copa Academy
Dec 23, 20203 min read


CHECKING IN WITH FC COPA ACADEMY'S MEDICAL DIRECTOR, DR. VINCENT CODELLA
Dr. Vincent Codella serves as both the Academy Medical Director of FC Copa Academy and the Official Team Doctor for both the New Jersey...

FC Copa Academy
Dec 21, 20202 min read


TIANA RAMIREZ, CLASS OF 2022, COMMITS TO MARIST COLLEGE!
Name: Tiana Ramirez Team: G04 Black Number of Years at Copa: 2 HS: Manalapan High School HS Honors: Honor Roll, High Honor Roll Coaches...

FC Copa Academy
Dec 21, 20203 min read


FC Copa Academy Brooklyn Player Spotlight: Benjamin Ilkanhov
Age: 12 Hometown: Brooklyn, New York School: W.A. Cunningham I.S. 234 What has you most excited about joining FC Copa Academy Brooklyn as...

FC Copa Academy
Dec 17, 20201 min read


FC Copa Joins USL 2 and USL Academy
Copa Joins USL New Jersey Copa FC to Field a Men’s Preprofessional Team in USL Two League FC Copa Academy Joins USL Academy National...

FC Copa Academy
Dec 16, 20203 min read


CHRISTINA LAYDEN, CLASS OF 2021, COMMITS TO MARIST COLLEGE!
Name: Christina Layden Team: G02/03 National League Black Number of Years at Copa: 4 HS: Union Catholic Regional High School HS Honors:...

FC Copa Academy
Dec 16, 20201 min read


FC COPA ACADEMY ALUMNI, MICHAEL GIANINO, SIGNS FOR CD LEGANES!
FC Copa Alum Michael Gianino has signed a professional contract to play at Club Deportivo Leganes in Spain’s Second Division. Michael...

FC Copa Academy
Dec 15, 20201 min read


FC COPA ALUMNA, ERIN SIMON, SIGNS WITH RACING LOUISVILLE FC!
FC Copa Academy Alumna Erin Simon has signed with Racing Louisville FC of the NWSL. Simon will be playing in Louisville under the...

FC Copa Academy
Dec 15, 20201 min read


FC COPA ALUMNA, NICOLE BAXTER, SIGNS WITH SKY BLUE FC!
FC Copa Alumna Nicole Baxter has signed on to return to Sky Blue FC for the 2021 NWSL season. Baxter made a lasting impression on this...

FC Copa Academy
Dec 15, 20201 min read
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