rangers academy

Mission

We believe that elite technical development should never come at the cost of a player’s spirit. By focusing on the individual through the lens of our methodology, we cultivate not just "players," but technically brave, creative human beings who love the ball and possess the drive to lead.

Club Philosophy

Our Club philosophy revolves around fostering the holistic development of young soccer players. We
believe in nurturing individuals both on and off the field, instilling values of integrity, discipline, and
teamwork. Our approach emphasizes the growth of players as individuals, recognizing and cultivating
their unique talents, strengths, and weaknesses. We understand that each player brings distinct
attributes to the game, and we aim to harness these qualities to build a cohesive team dynamic. Through
personalized coaching and tailored training programs, we strive to empower our players to reach their
full potential, both as athletes and as individuals. By promoting self-awareness and resilience, we
cultivate a culture of continuous improvement, where players learn to embrace challenges, adapt to
different situations, and strive for excellence collectively. At Rangers Academy, we believe that by
investing in the growth of each player as an individual, we ultimately build a stronger, more united team
capable of achieving greater success on and off the field.

Player Development

Our methodology differentiates itself through the integration of Futsal, the game that has developed the world’s greatest technical players. We use Futsal to create a high-speed, high-density environment that accelerates development.

  1. Technical Mastery: Precision in ball control, passing, and receiving in tight spaces.
  2. Tactical Intelligence: Teaching the "why" so players become independent problem-solvers.
  3. Creative Freedom & Futsal: We utilize Futsal to encourage technical bravery, flair, and 1v1 confidence. Futsal provides 600% more ball touches than traditional outdoor soccer.
  4. Speed of Play: Training the brain to see the play before it happens in a high-intensity environment.
  5. Competitive Mentality: Building the resilience and discipline required for high-level play.

Our Commitment

  • Promote the game of soccer and the growth of our members, teams, and Club.
  • Prioritize the importance of family over the needs of the team.
  • Encourage participation in activities outside of soccer that promote community awareness and encourage other school activities and school sports.
  • Create an environment in which all players can reach their full potential and generate self-confidence and positive self-esteem.
  • Always treat our players, their families, our opponents, and officials with respect.
  • Train in a reality-based learning environment.
  • Subscribe to a holistic approach of education, where we train the whole person, which is more valuable than individual specific personal dimensions.

our history

The Rangers Academy was founded in 2006 by three individuals in the Auburn Community that identified a need for an organized soccer program in DeKalb County. The three decided that there was a need to create an academy that would be centered on the development of each and every player. All players, regardless of ability or income level, would have an opportunity to reach their full potential in soccer. Thus, the All Star Soccer Academy was founded with the tag line, “Where All Players are Stars!”. The club ran as a soccer training academy from 2006 through 2010, when a large number of the kids had the desire to play competitive soccer. With this, the club joined the Indiana Soccer League and began playing in competitive travel leagues.

In 2010, with creating a partnership with the Rangers Football Club, we became known as the Rangers Academy. From that time, through today, the club continues to focus on the development of each and every player.