Grow The Game SUmmit

Field Sessions/Lectures/Socials

NEW DATES!!!

$99 through October 31, 2025

December 8 - 10, 2025

Northern Kentucky Convention Center

For ALL Soccer Coaches and Club Leadership

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THE SUmmit

A three day in-person event that focuses on developing the INDIVIDUAL PLAYER, DEVELOPING THE GROWTH OF A TEAM, and MODERN CLUB ADMINISTRATION through education sessions. Education will be delivered from experts in the game with ON-FIELD DEMONSTRATIONS and CLASSROOM sessions. Also, attendees will have the ability to connect with PARTNERS for the latest and greatest products in our sport.

VIEW THE TOPICS AND DESCRIPTIONS OF THE SESSIONS BELOW ON THE AGENDA

Education Tracks

VIEW THE TOPICS AND DESCRIPTIONS OF THE SESSIONS BELOW ON THE AGENDA

Modern Club Administration

Learn from proven experts as they unveil the secrets to modern soccer club administration. Discover best practices in fiscal management, community and board engagement, effective communication, growth and retention strategies, and leadership development.

Developing Growth of a Team

Learn how to transform a group of players into a winning team. Experts will share proven strategies to foster team chemistry, resolve conflicts, and implement effective game models, phases of play, formations, and attacking and defending principles.  

Developing Growth of the Individual Player 

Experts will share their insights on deliberate coaching methods to develop individual players in the following areas: Cognitive: Decision-making, problem-solving, and strategic thinking. Psycho-social: Self-confidence, motivation, and teamwork. Technical: Dribbling, passing, and finishing. Tactical: Positioning, spacing, and game intelligence. Physical: Speed, agility, and endurance. 

EXPERTS (WHo IS PRESENTING)

Anson Dorrance

World Cup Champion

21x National Champion

John O'Sullivan

Changing the Game Project

Staci Wilson

Olympic Champion

Professional Trainer

David Copeland-Smith

Beast mode Soccer

Donna Fishter

Leadership Coach & Team Architect

Dan Abrahams

Sports Psychologist

Paul Bright

Academy Technical Director

Theresa Beeckman

Team Culture Expert

Kiley Cirillo

Director of Soccer Ops

NC Fusion

Jeremy Parkins

President

Destination Sport

Willie McNabb

Celtic FC


Bronson Gambale

National Technical Director

Kings Hammer FC



Matthew Mangine

"One Shot" Foundation

Kevin Nicolson

UEFA Pro Coach




Jennifer Peacock

Innovator in Embedded Insurance for Youth Sports

What is INcluded for $99?

All Field and Lecture sessions

Lunch on Thursday and Friday

Session plans/notes from the Experts

REGISTRATION PRICING

$99 through October 31

$125 November 1 through December 7

$149 onsite December 8-10

Register 5 or more coaches receive a 30% discount use code GROWGROUP25 during check out.

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 Housing

All registered attendees will have access to the contracted hotels for the Summit. We have the best rates and closest hotels. Once registered, you will have access to reserve your hotel room/s or book by clicking here. All hotels are in Covington, KY directly across from the Northern Kentucky Convention Center.



EventAgenda

VIEW THE TOPICS AND DESCRIPTIONS OF THE SESSIONS BELOW ON THE AGENDA/BE SURE TO CLICK ON THE DAY OF THE WEEK


  • Monday, December 8
  • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Field and Classroom Sessions
  • Tuesday, December 9
  • 9:00 am - 5:30 pm Field and Classroom Sessions
  • evening: Socials
  • Wednesday, December 10
  • 9:00 am - 3:30 Field and Classroom Sessions
  • *Times may change

12

Field Sessions

24

Lecutures

$99

Per Attendee

3

Education Tracks

Proud Partners of the GROW THE GAME SUMMIT

TITLE SPONSOR

Inspiresport

Designed to develop skills and confidence in youngsters no matter what their ability, our tailored soccer development tours to the UK and Europe offer professional coaching at some of Europe’s top professional clubs and federations. Including access to world class training facilities, stadium tours and fixtures against local opposition – since 2004 inspiresport tours have provided young players with a truly unique experience.

DEMO FIELD SPONSOR

SOCCER.COM

WE ARE PLAYERS, PARENTS, COACHES, AND FANS

We inspire you to play better, cheer louder and have more fun by bringing you the best selection of
soccer gear, expert advice and stories of greatness at every level of the game.


SOCIAL SPONSOR

KingsHammer/SBD Event Management

Kings Hammer SBD Event Management is a event/tournament management company that provides full service turnkey tournament operations for soccer tournaments.

Kings Hammer SBD Event Management is based on the culmination of its staff’s playing, coaching, administering and managing experience at every level of competition. Our professional staff is equipped with a wealth of experience running and organizing successful events spanning over 30 years. The event staff represents hands-on customer service professionals who are ready, willing and able to help you create a successful event for your organization.

SiteSearch Event Housing Solutions is a full-service travel agency that specializes in finding the right travel and accommodations solutions for your event or activity! Regardless of the size or complexity of your travel and housing needs, SiteSearch is able to facilitate the ideal solution for you.

SiteSearch is one of the leading housing companies in the sports tourism industry. On average, we secure 450 event room blocks, service thousands of customers, and realize over 200,000 room reservations annually. Additionally, our experienced team understands the importance of providing excellent customer service and is committed to providing your customers with a positive experience when booking their travel arrangements.

EVENT SPONSOR

Vertical Insure

Our mission is to make coverage accessible on every purchase by building active partnerships with platforms to provide tailored embedded insurance solutions.