TPH ST.LOUIS SOCCER ACADEMY
TPH St. Louis is built on QUALITY AND DETAIL.
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TPH ST.LOUIS SOCCER ACADEMY
"Welcome to TPH St. Louis Soccer Academy — where developing confident, well-rounded student-athletes is our passion. With a strong emphasis on character, culture, and personal growth, we strive to create an environment where every student can thrive both on and off the field. We look forward to exploring how TPH St. Louis Soccer Academy can be the right fit for your child’s journey."
– Philip McRae, Vice President, TPH St. Louis
Shadow Day
April 8th, 7:50 - 3:30 pm
750 Casino Center Dr, Maryland Heights, MO 63043
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At TPH Academy St. Louis Soccer Academy our student-athletes Study, Train, and Play every day. Each week, a typical schedule includes the following breakdown:
SAMPLE DAY
7:50 AM
Arrive Classroom 1 / Phone Up
8:00 AM
Morning Bell (Meeting / Mentorship)
8:20-9:20 AM
Academic Block 1, Gym Training, or Soccer Training
9:30-10:30 AM
Academic Block 1, Gym Training, or Soccer Training
10:40-11:40 AM
Academic Block 1, Gym Training, or Soccer Training
11:50 AM-12:30 PM
Lunch
12:40-1:40 PM
Academic Block 2
1:40-2:00 PM
Break
2:00-3:00 PM
Academic Block 3
3:00 PM
Clean Home Room, Receive Phone, Dismissal
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ACADEMIC HRS/WK0+
SPORT SPECIFIC HRS/WK- Big Brother/Big Sister
- Field Trips
- Community Service
- Guest Speakers
- Cooking Class
- Leadership Group
- Field Day
- Graduation
- College Admissions Prep
- Holiday Parties
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Part of attending TPH Academy is ensuring our student-athletes are connected with their communities and understand the value of providing their time and support. All of our locations participate in community service projects, from raking leaves across the neighborhood to assisting at soup kitchens.
GUEST SPEAKERS
Our guest speakers bring new perspectives and ample experience from their trade and life. Our student-athletes have been fortunate enough to have been visited by guests, including current professional athletes, coaches, and referees. Our guests are not just limited to the sports industry but include business executives, marketing specialists, psychologists, and physical therapy experts.
FIELD TRIPS
We make a conscious effort to ensure our student-athletes get exposure to many different experiences. Previous field trips have included museums, professional sports facilities, college campuses, and more.
OUR ACADEMICS ARE
Customized.
Working with our trusted education partners, we offer a completely customized platform where individuals study online with certified instructors. The TPH Academy Blended Learning Environment is deliberately designed for student-athletes. It combines in-person learning guidance with the latest in educational technology and virtual academics. Course progress is actively supervised and optimized by our academic leaders in real-time. Student-athletes are prepared to become independent, self-starting college freshmen through our mastery-based learning approach.
The TPH Academy blended learning environment combines an online curriculum, on-site infrastructure, and academic support. Academic leaders are in the classroom working with students to ensure a positive learning environment, accountability, a personalized structure and accelerated learning programs as they train for their sport.

Through our trusted education partners, our academy course library provides student-athletes with access to NCAA-approved core classes, an extensive collection of AP offerings, and over 80 custom electives, including foreign languages, arts, and more. All graduating student-athletes will receive a private/public school diploma issued by our state partner. Students not only advance their education but also learn organizational skills, study techniques, and how to adapt their own learning styles.
Courses and assignments are tailored to each individual and prioritized by the TPH academic team in partnership with the student-athlete with their weekly sports and competition schedule in mind.
- Individually Tailored Courseware
- AP, Honors & Foreign Language Courses
- 80+ Custom Elective Courses
- Credit for Sport-Specific Training
Additional Academic Support provided by EYC Academy
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Our dedicated staff is focused on making student-athletes the best versions of themselves, in and out of the field, court, or rink. We believe in leading by example and lay the groundwork for lessons and values that will last a lifetime.
Philip McRae
Vice PresidentRachel Mohr
Head of Academics & Coordinator of Operations & ProgramingChristie Stichling
DirectorJohnny Johnson BS, CSCS
Director of Sports PerformanceKen Godat
Head of SoccerPaulo Nascimento
Head of Goalkeeping DevelopmentBen Perkins
Player Development Coach & MentorWE ARE BUILDING OUR TEAM!
To Be Announced:
Academic Success Coach • Academic Success Coach • Academic Success Coach • Player Development Coach & Mentor • Player Development Coach & Mentor • Head of Goalie Development
What Our Academy Families Are Saying
The TPH St. Louis Soccer Academy is situated at the World Wide Technology Soccer Park in Fenton, Missouri. This premier facility boasts five full-size fields—three turf and two grass—ensuring optimal playing conditions year-round. The centerpiece is the West Community Stadium, a 5,500-seat venue that has hosted numerous professional and international matches. Complementing the fields is the SLSG Performance Training Center, offering specialized equipment for strength, agility, and recovery. With its comprehensive amenities, including locker rooms, meeting spaces, and a full-service pub and grill, the Soccer Park provides an ideal environment for student-athletes to thrive both academically and athletically.
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BUILDING THE TPH
The TPH Academy training program is designed for aspiring elite student-athletes who are willing to invest their time and effort into personal growth. At TPH we recognize that individual skill focus often gets neglected due to busy competition schedules, lack of facility accessibility after academic hours, and team-centric coaching. TPH is focused on long-term student-athlete development by providing platforms that allow each individual to discover new levels of potential.
TPH ST. LOUIS SOCCER ACADEMY
Frequently Asked Questions
While we are one team, TPH Academy is not a sports team. We are an academy that allows you to focus on your individual skills. Additionally, you can still play for your current team. This creates an ideal training environment where our student-athletes can build a community with like-minded peers.
At TPH Academy, each student-athlete learns from certified Teachers through our customizable virtual platforms, with access to virtual tutors 24/7. Our on-site Head of Academics and Success Coach(es) are additional resources as they cultivate an environment conducive to learning. These multiple layers of support ensure that your student-athlete receives a personalized academic plan, preparing them for the ultimate game: the game of life.
Our student-athletes train in the on-site gym four days a week with our coaches.
DID YOU KNOW: student-athletes can receive physical education credit for the training.
They are certainly welcome to, but we also offer a meal plan in partnership with local restaurants within the facility, featuring healthy, delicious options at an affordable price.
Flexibility is a cornerstone of the TPH Academy experience. We recognize that the traditional brick-and-mortar system often conflicts with the demands placed on elite student-athletes. Because our platform can operate virtually, we offer a flexible attendance policy that accounts for travel requirements and the physical toll of a long season. While we believe student-athletes gain the most value from being on-site, we empower them to work with their Academy Director to build a customized schedule. There are no penalties for days missed due to academic or athletic commitments.
The TPH Academy Mentorship Program is designed to guide student-athletes through "the process" of elite development—focusing on character, discipline, and leadership. This comprehensive curriculum includes Coach FA’s Mentorship Program, which provides specialized mindset training to help athletes handle the pressures of high-level competition. Beyond the classroom and sport, our students engage with industry-leading guest speakers and participate in community service projects to build a well-rounded perspective and a sense of social responsibility.
TPH Academy provides balance as we tailor our athletic and academic development model to each student-athlete. Much of the daily experience is shaped by when, where, and how your student-athlete studies, trains, and plays at his or her best.
Courses and assignments are customized for each individual and prioritized by the TPH academic team in partnership with the student-athlete, with their weekly sports and competition schedule in mind.
Additionally, we require our student-athletes to complete weekly surveys to help our staff understand their holistic well-being. These surveys track sleep, nutrition, injuries, and more to ensure we know how to balance each student-athlete's workload.
TPH Academy is committed to providing an inclusive learning environment that sets every student-athlete up for success. We offer support for IEPs and 504 plans by utilizing adaptable learning spaces designed for diverse learners. To ensure we can fully meet a student’s specific requirements, we facilitate a determination meeting with our education partner to review individual needs and develop a tailored success plan.
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