Athletics
High Performance Program
NEWS Point Academy offers a highly customized soccer training program for high school students, led by our dedicated department. We specialize in enhancing our player development strategy, providing a curriculum tailored to different age groups and skill levels. This allows our coaches to systematically, flexibly, and progressively train and improve our players.
At the core of our academy, student-athletes are the primary focus. Our high-performance soccer academy is committed to maximizing both the physical and mental performance of each student enrolled in our accredited grades 9-12 program.
We are dedicated to delivering the finest personalized training and education, ensuring each student has a clear pathway to success. NEWS Point Academy fosters a dynamic learning community that supports, trains, and educates students to excel as champions in their sports and academic pursuits.
Our goal is to provide 7 hours of high-performance training per week during the school day at NEWS Point Academy. This would be in addition to what a student-athlete spends practicing with their club team.
Player Logs
Our high-performance soccer academy focuses on optimizing the physical and mental performance of each student we accept into our accredited K-12 program.
70 Games Chart
We are committed to delivering the best personalized training and education while providing each student with a pathway to success. Our school offers a dynamic learning community that ensures students get the support, training, and education to become champions.
10K Club
Our objective is to provide 7 hours of training per week. Assuming the athlete has 6 hours of training with their club team, two practices for 4 hours, and one game for another 2 hours. Student-Athletes could receive up to 10-13 hours of training a week while enrolled at NEWS Point Academy.
Collegiate Opportunities
In 2022 the College Advisory Program helped place 323 student-atheltes in college.
Comprising three divisions, the NCAA oversees a vast array of intercollegiate athletic programs, providing student-athletes with opportunities to compete at various levels. Known for promoting the integration of athletics and academics, the NCAA places a strong emphasis on the overall well-being and development of student-athletes.
The NAIA is committed to the development of well-rounded student-athletes. With a focus on character-driven athletics, the association promotes a balance between academics, athletics, and community involvement. The NAIA offers a platform for student-athletes to excel both on and off the field, emphasizing integrity, sportsmanship, and a holistic approach to education.
The NJCAA provides student-athletes with the opportunity to compete at the junior college level in a wide range of sports. Recognized for fostering athletic and academic development, the NJCAA emphasizes a balanced approach, allowing student-athletes to pursue their educational goals while participating in competitive sports.
Player Development Tools
Mental Performance
By the age of 14, a majority of athletes discontinue their involvement in sports. Frequently, this decision is influenced by their mindset and mental well-being. Our team of Sports Psychologists and High-Performance Coaches provides monthly workshops tailored for groups, as well as one-on-one sessions for individuals facing challenges or seeking tools to navigate difficult situations. These sessions encompass a range of topics, including handling bullying, managing pressure, preventing burnout, exploring passion and purpose, and addressing issues related to anxiety and depression.
Max Velocity: Fly 10-Meter
Our team of video analysts, with experience ranging from recreational to national team levels for some of the world’s top soccer countries, is here to break down your footage. We tailor our observations to align with the Rush Curriculum, complementing on-the-field training and reinforcing key concepts.
We’re strong supporters of both aspiring professional players and those aiming for college opportunities. Our video analysis department creates hundreds of player highlight videos each year, specifically tailored to your goals. We understand what both college and professional coaches want to see in these videos and are dedicated to helping you through the application process.
Train At Home
Train at Home provides complementary training for players of all ages in several categories; ball skills, fitness, game understanding, mental toughness, goalkeeping, and nutrition.
Players get the opportunity to compete against other Rush players from all over the world, rank in a worldwide leaderboard, and win awards.
Position-Specific Training
Our in-depth training courses for specific positions integrate written theory with webinars and over 100 edited video clips from professional soccer per course. We guide you through the actions of position leaders in every moment of each game and situation, providing valuable insights.
Physical Testing
HPP administers four globally recognized Physical Tests. These tests adhere to specific criteria, ensuring the collection of precise data. The information gathered during these tests is filtered and presented to staff and players to gain a better understanding of where a player falls physically. While the tests themselves may not be exclusive, what sets us apart is the creation of leaderboards, offering our staff and players additional insights to effectively address strengths and weaknesses.
Max Velocity: Fly 10-Meter
Athletes will start 15 meters away, reach full velocity at the starting point then run through 10 meters for stop time.
Speed: 0-20 Meter Sprint
From a sprint starting position, the players sprint over a distance of 20 meters.
Agility: Arrowhead
This test measures the change of direction and short-distance acceleration of the player in body control and change of direction.
Edurance: Sparq Version Beep Test
The test is divided into stages. Each stage consists of a pair of 20-meter (66 ft) runs followed by 10 seconds of active recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, it is part of the curriculum and requirements for graduation. Like any elective, we have standards, grading, attendance, etc., and HPP will be part of the student-athlete’s transcript.
No, athletes will continue to play on their respective club teams.
We schedule classroom education for the athletes and cover soccer related topics such as, but not limited to, Referee Certification, CPR & First Aid, Tactical Application, Health & Wellness, Physiology, Anatomy, Nutrition, etc.
All of our coaches are NFHS certified and have their CPR & First Aid certificates. In addition to Head Injury and Concussion Courses mandated by the CAA.
A positive attitude and appropriate workout clothes.
Yes, not only is this HPP compliant with the NCAA, it is also compliant with NAIA and NJCAA.