Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Trusted Soccer Training Partner Since 1983
Star Soccer Academy has been a leader in youth soccer development since 1983, founded by Skip Roderick. Our mission is to cultivate a lifelong passion for soccer through adaptive, skill-focused training tailored to individual and group abilities. With a legacy of excellence, we employ experienced coaches from diverse international backgrounds, including former professional players and certified instructors. Our programs emphasize technical skill development, strategic gameplay, and character building for athletes aged 5-15. We maintain a commitment to innovation, evidenced by our dynamic daily lesson plans and structured camp formats.Our team includes USSF-licensed and nationally recognized coaches with decades of collegiate and professional experience. We serve multiple locations across Pennsylvania and New Jersey, offering age-grouped instruction and competitive tournaments. Our proven methodology has trained hundreds of athletes, including All-Americans and professional players. We prioritize safety, inclusivity, and community engagement, allowing parents to observe sessions at any time. With over 40 years of operation, we remain dedicated to advancing soccer education through expert-led programming.
Services
Soccer Camps
Elite Training
Team Camps
Skill Development
Agility Training
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of soccer coaching expertise since 1983
- Our camps feature internationally experienced coaches from multiple countries
- We provide age-specific instruction with proven skill development methodology
- Our staff includes USSF licensed coaches and former professional players
- We maintain a 35-year legacy of producing collegiate and professional athletes
Services
Soccer Camps
Structured youth soccer programs for ages 5-15 featuring daily skill development, tactical instruction, and competitive play. Our camps combine technical drills with team strategy sessions led by experienced coaches. Participants receive personalized feedback and progress tracking throughout the week-long sessions.
Elite Training
High-performance training for serious athletes focusing on advanced techniques, game intelligence, and physical conditioning. Sessions include position-specific drills and small-sided match scenarios. Designed for players seeking collegiate or professional development pathways with expert mentorship.
Team Camps
Customized team development programs for groups of 6+ players from the same club or school team. Includes team-building exercises, collective strategy sessions, and inter-squad competitions. Designed to enhance cohesion and tactical understanding for competitive teams.
Skill Development
Specialized sessions focusing on fundamental soccer skills including ball control, passing accuracy, and shooting techniques. Age-appropriate drills emphasize proper form and progressive mastery. Coaches provide individualized corrections and development plans for each participant.
Agility Training
Sports-specific agility programs to improve footwork, reaction time, and overall athleticism. Incorporates cone drills, ladder exercises, and dynamic movement patterns. Designed to enhance players' physical coordination and game responsiveness at all competitive levels.
People
Skip Roderick
Founder
Founder of Star Soccer Academy with 36-year coaching record of 518-146-60 at Elizabethtown College. Holds USSF A License and KNVB Dutch License with experience coaching professionally in the US, England, and Ireland.
Andrew Kummerer
Camp Director
Current owner/director since 2012 with extensive youth soccer leadership experience. Former assistant college coach and regional all-american player with USSF B License certification and multiple conference championship achievements.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We accept players aged 5-15 across three skill levels: Future Stars (beginners), Junior Stars, and Senior Stars.
What should campers bring daily?
Campers need water bottles, soccer cleats or sneakers, packed lunch, sunscreen, and appropriate athletic attire.
Do you offer sibling discounts?
Yes, additional family members receive discounted rates - $185 for regular camp after the first registration.
What safety measures are in place?
All locations provide camp insurance, daily health checks, and certified coaches trained in youth sports safety protocols.
Are there payment plans available?
Full payment is required at registration, but we offer early bird discounts for sign-ups before May 1st.
