USL ACADEMY

Play Alongside USL2! Join Our New Academy Program!

About the USL Academy Program

The Christos FC USL Academy provides high-level training and competitive matches for players aiming to transition into USL2, collegiate, or professional soccer. This elite program allows top youth players to train and compete alongside our USL2 team, preparing them for the next level of their soccer journey.

Key Program Details

Ages: Boys 2009-2001

Season: May - July

Games: 6-8 games + potential scrimmages

Players: 35-45 roster spots available

Practice Location: Long Reach High School

Game Day Roster: Selected players receive a uniform on game day

Training Schedule

May Practices

Mondays: 7:30-9:00 PM

Wednesdays: 6:00-7:30 PM

June & July Practices

Before USL2 training sessions:

Tuesday & Thursdays 6:30-8:00 PM

This structure allows players to train alongside USL2 athletes, gaining invaluable experience and exposure to higher-level competition.

Tryouts

Dates & Locations:

Saturday, March 22 – 5:00-7:00 PM @ North County High School

Saturday, April 19 – 5:00-7:00 PM @ TBD

Registration Link: (To be provided soon)

$40 (Includes a tryout shirt)

Players should arrive 30 minutes early, bring water, and wear appropriate soccer attire.

Registration & Fees

Cost: $395

Includes a training shirt

Game-day rostered players will receive a uniform on match day

Registration details will be provided upon acceptance into the program.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Register Now! (Link to be added)
For inquiries, contact admin@christosfc.com.

Coaching Staff

  • Player Development: Mentored numerous players who advanced to professional leagues, including six to Major League Soccer in the past three seasons.

    • AACC Athletics

    • High School Coaching Success: Led Chesapeake High School's boys' soccer team to three MPSSAA championships and one district title during his five-year tenure.

    • AACC Athletics

    • Active Player: Continues to play competitively, recently winning the over-50 state and Northeast regional championships with his team.

  • Tarik Walker is an accomplished soccer coach with a decorated playing career, currently leading Christos FC’s USL 2 and USL Academy teams. With extensive experience at the highest levels of the game, his coaching philosophy emphasizes player development, competitiveness, and a passion for the sport.

    Playing Career Highlights:

    • Youth & College:

      • Two-time Maryland State Champion with the Potomac Mustangs

      • Standout at Good Counsel High School, named Athlete of the Year (1989)

      • Washington Post All-Metro Team selection

      • Played for Virginia Tech on a full athletic scholarship

      • Earned All-Region honors at Virginia Tech

      • Finished his career 2nd in goals (now 9th) and 7th in assists in school history

    • Professional & International:

      • Drafted by Baltimore Spirit (1993), earning Rookie of the Year honors

      • Won multiple indoor championships:

        • Las Vegas Dust Devils – CISL Champion (1994)

        • Milwaukee Wave – NPSL Champion (1997/98)

        • Baltimore Blast – MISL Champion (2003, 2004, 2006)

      • Inducted into multiple Halls of Fame:

        • Good Counsel Athletic Hall of Fame (2007)

        • Maryland Soccer Hall of Fame

        • Baltimore Blast Hall of Fame (2013)

      • Earned World Cup caps with Grenada National Team (1998)

      • Amateur Career: Two-time Over-30 National Champion with Christos FC

    Coaching Career:

    • Assistant Coach for ASA Charge – 2013 USASA Women’s Amateur National Champions

    • Player development and coaching experience at:

      • FC USA

      • Loyola Blakefield

      • Baltimore Celtic

      • Christos FC

    With a lifetime of experience in the game, Tarik continues to bring his knowledge, leadership, and passion to developing the next generation of soccer talent.

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