Develop early. arrive ready.
Built by coaches and parents who believe elite player development and a healthy soccer experience belong together.
The right coaches, at the
years
that matter most.
The foundation of a player’s development is built early. That is why
Strive places experienced, high-level coaches with our youngest players.
Experienced coaches from
the beginning
Professional, national-team, and advanced youth coaching experience at the formative ages.
Development before
short-term results
We teach players to understand the game, solve problems, and build skills that last.
A community you're part of
Families are part of the experience, from the first training session to the last match of the season.
What families can expect from strive.
Trusted Coaches
Players deserve coaches who know the game, know how to teach it, and know how to develop young athletes.
Trusted Coaches
Trusted Environment
Players grow best when they are challenged, supported, respected, and known.
Our Culture
Trusted Pathway
Opportunity comes through preparation, performance, and growth.
The Pathway
Our plan.
Their future.
A clear purpose. A proven approach. A path built for your player.
The people building the club
are the people on the field.
Strive is led by coaches who are deeply invested in the players, families, and future of the academy. They are owners helping build the culture, methodology, and pathway from the ground up.
Coach Nadine Kezebou brings a unique combination of elite playing experience, education, and player development expertise to Strive. Raised in Cameroon, Nadine competed professionally across Cameroon, Europe, and the United States, including representing the Cameroon Women's National Team and earning silver at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations. Her playing career included time with Étoile Rouge d'Edea, Justice FC, FC St. Louis, and clubs in Germany. Following a career-ending injury, Nadine transitioned her passion for the game into coaching and youth development. She earned a degree in Sports Management from Georgia State University and holds a USSF "B" Coaching License.
Coach NADINE
- Former Professional Player
- Cameroon Women's National Team
- USSF "B" Licensed Coach
- Georgia State University Graduate
Coach Buff is a former professional soccer player and experienced youth coach with more than a decade of experience developing athletes at the highest levels of the game. His professional playing career included stints in the United States, Romania, and Trinidad & Tobago. After transitioning into coaching, Buff helped build successful programs at some of Georgia's top clubs, guiding players to collegiate and professional opportunities while leading teams to state, regional, and MLS NEXT success.
Coach Buff
- Former Professional Soccer Player
- MLS NEXT Head Coach
- 10+ Years Coaching Experience
- Developed Collegiate & Professional-Level Players
Coach Junior's approach to player development is shaped by a lifetime immersed in both Brazilian soccer and elite futsal. From competing in one of the world's most technical soccer cultures to earning All-American honors in the United States, he developed a unique perspective on building creative, intelligent, and technically confident players. Today, Junior continues to coach high-level youth players throughout Georgia, emphasizing technical excellence, discipline, and a love for the game.
Coach Junior
- Former Professional & Collegiate Soccer Player
- 10+ Years Coaching Experience
It started on the competitive field.
What if players arrived at competitive soccer already prepared for it?
Our coaches have spent years working with players at the competitive levels. Again and again, they saw talented players reach that stage still needing to build the foundational skills the game demands. Strive was created to start that work earlier. We focus on technique, game understanding, and confidence during the U8 to U12 years, so players step into competitive soccer ready to compete and continue growing.
A club your whole
family belongs to.
Serious development and a season your family will enjoy. We want players to look back and know they became better, and families to look back and know the journey was worth it.
Sideline culture
Parents are part of a positive sideline where players feel supported every time they step on the field.
Community roots
Futsal nights, family events, and local partnerships that make Strive part of life in North Georgia.
Known by name
Every coach knows every player and every family. That’s how we coach.
Ask us anything.
We'll answer directly.
Every parent has questions. We're happy to answer them before you commit.
What it costs
Pricing is published up front and covers the full season.
Playing time
Our development-first philosophy on minutes, explained before you commit.
Coach rotation
Our coaches rotate across age groups, so every player learns from each coach's experience and strengths.
The pathway
Exactly what U13+ looks like from here, and how players earn their next step.
New club.
Proven people.
Serious development and a season your family will actually enjoy. We want players to look back and know they became better—and families to look back and know the journey was worth it.
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Ask us anything.
We'll answer directly.
The questions every parent has deserve clear answers upfront.
Let's find the right fit for your player.
Elite development. A clear pathway to the top.
Foundations (U8-U12)
Competitive (U13+)
Strive Futsal
Camps
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