Liverpool FC Academy UT (LFC IA UT)
LFC International Academy youth programme in Utah, launched by Liverpool FC in May 2025.
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Liverpool FC Academy UT (LFC IA UT) is the Utah arm of the LFC International Academy programme. Liverpool FC announced the launch of the new academy in Utah on 1st May 2025, expanding its global youth development programme in the USA through a long-term agreement.
From the launch date, youngsters aged four to 18 years old could take part in try-outs ahead of the inaugural season, which officially kicks off in August. Players selected through the try-outs join the year-round development programme, where they learn to play 'The Liverpool Way'.
That coaching approach was developed at the Reds' Academy on Merseyside and focuses on technical and tactical development while also nurturing key life skills, grounded in the four values of 'The Liverpool Way': ambition, commitment, dignity and unity. Local coaches also benefit from the global LFC Coach Accreditation, a coach education scheme designed to enhance coaching skills.
Why choose them
- Launched by Liverpool FC on 1st May 2025 under a long-term agreement
- Try-outs open to youngsters aged four to 18 years old
- Inaugural season officially kicks off in August
- Year-round development programme coached in 'The Liverpool Way'
- Local coaches can access the global LFC Coach Accreditation
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Frequently asked questions
When did LFC International Academy Utah launch?
Liverpool FC announced the launch of a new LFC International Academy in Utah on 1st May 2025, through a long-term agreement. Try-outs opened the same day for youngsters aged four to 18, ahead of the inaugural season starting in August.
What ages can take part?
Try-outs are open to youngsters aged four to 18 years old, per Liverpool FC's launch announcement. Players selected through the try-outs join the year-round development programme.
What happens after the try-outs?
Selected players join the year-round development programme in August, where they learn to play 'The Liverpool Way'. That coaching approach was developed at the Reds' Academy on Merseyside and focuses on technical and tactical development plus key life skills.
What are 'The Liverpool Way' values?
The programme is grounded in the four values of 'The Liverpool Way': ambition, commitment, dignity and unity. Local coaches also benefit from the global LFC Coach Accreditation, a coach education scheme.
Who leads the academy in Utah?
Stephen Bowler is named as president of LFC International Academy Utah in Liverpool FC's announcement. Ian Rush, Reds legend and LFC International Academy ambassador, commented on the expansion.