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RICARDO VIEIRA, CLASS OF 2021, COMMITS TO SAINT PETER'S UNIVERSITY!
Name: Ricardo Miguel Vieira Team: B03 Black Number of Years at Copa: 3 HS: East Side High School HS Honors: Honor Roll, Super Honor Roll...
Apr 28, 20214 min read


ARIEL SALAMAN, CLASS OF 2021, COMMITS TO COLLEGE OF STATEN ISLAND!
Team: G02/03 Black Number of Years at Copa: 8 HS: East Brunswick High School HS Honors: County Championship, Conference Championship,...
Apr 15, 20212 min read


FC Copa Academy 2021 Jefferson Cup Boys Showcase Recap
The 2021 Jefferson Cup concluded with three FC Copa Academy boys teams taking center stage at the Boys Showcase in Virginia. The boy’s...
Mar 30, 20211 min read


FC Copa Academy 2021 Jefferson Cup Girls Showcase Recap
The 2021 Jefferson Cup Girls Showcase wrapped up this past weekend with four FC Copa Academy Teams in action. The teams that participated...
Mar 24, 20212 min read


Nyree Dardarian Joins 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...
Mar 4, 20212 min read


FC Copa Academy Celebrates Black History Month: Achim Younker
We interviewed FC Copa Alum Achim Younker. Achim was a standout player for FC Copa Academy and collegiately at Johns Hopkins University....
Feb 28, 20212 min read


FC Copa Academy Celebrates Black History Month: Sydney Cummings
FC Copa Academy is honoring Black History Month by spotlighting members of our organization and former players. We interviewed FC Copa...
Feb 19, 20212 min read


Presidents Day Camp, Inaugural Goalie Wars, and 3v3 Tournament Recap
FC Copa Academy hosted a record number of over 150 participants at the club’s President’s Day event that took place on February 15th at...
Feb 18, 20211 min read


Joe Greenspan, Andrea Leitner, and Sydney Cummings Join Latest FC Copa Virtual Series
FC Copa continued its regular Copa Virtually Presents for its players, providing exclusive access events to individuals that have made...
Feb 17, 20212 min read


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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Jan 6, 20213 min read
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