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LEESBURG, VA, April 10, 2025 Virginia Revolution SC is excited to announce its selection as the exclusive Washington D.C./Northern Virginia host for the Elite German Soccer Camp Series, a national initiative bringing official coaches from the German Football Federation (DFB) to top youth soccer clubs across the United States. This five-day immersive training experience will take place July 14-18, 2025 at RavenTek Park, home of Virginia Revolution, offering serious youth players (birth years 2008–2016) the rare opportunity to train under Europe’s most accomplished youth development professionals.

The summer camp is part of a larger initiative led by Global Soccer Development (GSD), an organization specializing in elite youth development and international training experiences with professional clubs. GSD has partnered with the DFB, the governing body behind Germany’s four FIFA World Cup titles, to bring cutting-edge European methodology to aspiring American players.

“To host this camp at RavenTek Park is a huge opportunity for our players,” said Christian Cziommer, Technical Director of Virginia Revolution SC. “Germany’s player development model has proven success at the world’s highest level. We’re excited to bring that same excellence to our community and offer our players direct access to that level of training.”

The Elite German Soccer Camp focuses on key pillars of the German system: technical precision, tactical intelligence, mental resilience, and joy for the game. Each participant will receive an official Adidas training kit and train in a high-energy, professional setting with certified DFB coaches using Europe’s most current development framework.

Key Camp Details:

  • Location: RavenTek Park, Leesburg, VA
  • Dates: July 14–18, 2025
    Eligibility: Boys & Girls born 2008–2016
  • What’s Included:
    • Coaching by official DFB trainers
    • European training methodology
    • Official Adidas training kit

Germany’s legendary focus on youth development is endorsed by DFB leaders like Julian Nagelsmann (National Team Head Coach), Hannes Wolf (Sports Director of Young Talent), and Rudi Völler (Sporting Director and World Cup Champion), all of whom support the DFB’s international development efforts as the 2026 World Cup nears.

“This isn’t just about improving skill; it’s about shaping smart, confident players who love the game and understand it at a higher level,” said Eddie Loewen, Founder of Global Soccer Development and Co-founder of the International Soccer Academy. “With the DFB, we’re offering something that simply can’t be replicated in most local environments.”

Register now at GlobalSoccerDevelopment.com. Space is limited, and demand is high.

Give your child the chance to Train Like a Pro right here in Northern Virginia.

 

About Virginia Revolution

Virginia Revolution Soccer Club fosters a culture of excellence, inspiring players from 18 months to 18 years to reach their full potential. Based at RavenTek Park in Leesburg, VA, the club is committed to developing exceptional athletes and confident leaders through innovative coaching, high-level competition, and unique partnerships that extend far beyond the field.

About the German Football Federation (DFB)
 The DFB is the largest FIFA member association with over 7 million registered members and is widely regarded as a global leader in player development. The German Men’s and Women’s National Teams have won a combined six FIFA World Cup titles and continue to be pioneers in tactical and youth development innovation.

About Global Soccer Development (GSD)
 Founded by former Bundesliga pro Eddie Loewen, GSD specializes in elite youth soccer player development, international exposure, and training programs in cooperation with European professional clubs. GSD also hosts the GSD Cup in Germany and the Cadiz Global Cup in Spain.