Academy Identity

No Sole, No Goal

One of Coach Kaz’s signature training principles is simple, memorable, and highly effective: before a player can score in certain drills or small-sided games, they must first control the ball with the sole of the foot.

If the sole touch is skipped, the goal does not count. That rule builds a technical habit that teaches ball control, composure, balance, and better decision-making in finishing moments.

1. Control First Players settle the ball, organize their body shape, and prepare the finish with purpose.

2. Stay Composed The sole touch slows the action just enough to create sharper choices under pressure.

3. Finish Better Players become more balanced, more accurate, and more confident in front of goal.

No Sole No Goal academy training concept

Technical Habit Control before finishing. Balance before power. Quality before chaos.

Academy Gallery

Training Environment & Player Experience

A look at the academy atmosphere Coach Kaz has built for young players to train, compete, and grow.

Camp Leadership

Train with Coach Kaz Gungor

Founder and Technical Director of the US Academy of Soccer, Coach Kaz builds confident, creative players through high-level training and real game understanding.

His system focuses on ball mastery, decision-making, and attacking confidence—developing players who are comfortable under pressure and dangerous in 1v1 situations.

Ball Mastery First Small-Sided Development Confidence & Creativity

Leadership That Develops Complete Players

From beginners to advanced players, sessions are structured, demanding, and built around real development—not just drills.

Founder
US Academy

Technical Director
Player Development

Academy Method
Technique • Decisions

Player First
Creative Environment