RPS Soccer

RPS Soccer Altitude Soccer Academy is an international high-performance training program, fully accredited k-12 Find out more about our Academic Program.

Altitude Soccer Academy (ALTD Soccer) is attracting athletes from around the world. Attendees participate in the academy standard program categories – Full Time (fall, spring, summer semester junior) and Short Time (weekly junior). Club Med Academies is a multi-faceted educational training environment featuring a blended (Sports, Arts and Academics) model for learning focused on skill development,

competitive competence, social and cultural aptitudes. Coaching:

Director Ferdi De Matthaeis. Since 1999, Soccer Hall of Fame Coach, Ferdinando coached 4 teams in Italy, and 12 teams in the U.S. He has coached multiple all-star teams and brings his wealth of knowledge and passion for the sport to Club Med Academies. Before coaching, he achieved honors and awards as a soccer player, with accolades ranging from Top Scorer and MVP as well as the captain of an all-star team. Ferdinando’s love for the game and passion for coaching make him the ideal professional to shape young athletes for success in soccer. Coach Ferdinando knows what it takes to train for a successful soccer career, and he can’t wait to help you improve your game. COACHING LICENSES

– USSF ‘ A ‘ LICENSE’ ( SINCE 1998 renewed on September 2016)
– UEFA “A” LICENSE ( SINCE 1999)

WORK EXPERIENCE

CAMPIONI FOOBALL COMPANY ( Founder and Director) present
AC GLOBAL PLAYER’S AGENCY (MLS, USL ,Serie A REPRESENTATIVE) present
MIAMI UNITED (NPSL-UPSL) Head Coach ( present)
FA EURO ACADEMY DIRECTOR ( SARASOTA) (201
JUVENTUS ACADEMY BOSTON ( Technical consultant) ( present)
CEDAR STARS ACADEMY N.J. HEAD COACH U18 DA, U13 DA ,U15
GENERAL/TECHNICAL DIRECTOR MIAMI FUSION F.C. ( 2014-16)
HEAD COACH MIAMI UNITED. FC ( 2014)
IMG ACADEMY COACHING STAFF ( 2007-14)

SOCCER PLAYING CAREER

– New York COSMOS 1981,82,84 ( North American Soccer League)
– FOGGIA CALCIO 1983 ( Italy Pro Serie B)
– U.S. LUCERA 1978,79,80 ( Semi Pro Serie D)
– N.J. EAGLES 1989 ( American Professional Soccer League)
– BOSTON BOLTS 1990 ( American Professional Soccer League)
– Brooklyn ITALIANS 1986 ( North Eastern Super Soccer League)
– U.S. RAGUSA 1987,88 ( North Eastern Super Soccer League)
– N.J. ARROWS 1991,92 ( North Eastern Super Soccer League)
– N.J. STALLIONS 1993,94 ( North Eastern Super Soccer League)

ACCOMPLISHMENTS AS PLAYER

MEMBER OF ITALIAN NATIONAL SELECT TEAM U-18 (1979- 80)
NASL SOCCERBOWL FINALIST (1981) N.Y COSMOS
NASL INDOOR SOCCER (1982) N.Y. COSMOS
WINNER OF 2 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP EASTERN US DIVISION (NESSL) J. STALLIONS (1993,94)
CAPITAN OF ALL-STAR TEAM (NESSL) (1988, 89, 91)
MOST VALUABLE PLAYER (NESSL) (1988)
TOP SCORER 1978-79

TEAMS COACHED (USA)

2019-2021 MIAMI UNITED ( NPSL)
2018 FA EURO NY PDL-USL2
2017 MIAMI FUSION NPSL
2016 Cedar Stars Academy U-18DA,U13DA, U15
2015 MIAMI FUSION FC ( NPSL)
2014 MIAMI UNITED (NPSL)
2007-2013 IMG ACADEMIES
1999 NJ STALLIONS (USL)
1996-98 JERSEY RIPTIDE (USL)
1994.N.J: IMPERIALS (USL) Assistant coach
1996 ALL STAR TEAM COACH (USL)
1993 N.J. STALLIONS (NESSL)
1993-95 MONTCLAIR KIMBERLY ACADEMY

TEAM COACHED (ITALY)

2005/06 U.S.LUCERA 3rd DIV
2003/05 SANGIORGIO APRICENA 3rd DIV
2000/03 FOGGIA CALCIO
1999/00 LUCERA CALCIO 3rd DIV

ACCOMPLISHMENTS AS COACH:

2016 SOCCER HALL OF FAME (New Jersey State Soccer)
2017 CHAMPION NPSL SUNSHINE CONFERENCE ( MIAMI FUSION FC)
2015 CHAMPION NPSL SUNSHINE CONFERENCE ( MIAMI FUSION FC)
2014 CHAMPION NPSL SUNSHINE CONFERENCE ( MIAMI UNITED FC )
2005-06 WINNER OF “COPPA ITALIA” (US LUCERA CALCIO)
1998 WINNER OF ’MIDATLANTIC’ DIVISION USL (JERSEY RIPTIDE)
1996 COACH OF “ ALL STAR TEAM” (USISL)
1997 CHAMPIONS EASTERN DIVISION (NESSL) (N.J.STALLIONS)
1998 STATE CHAMPIONS OF NEW JERSEY (MKA)

08/01/2026

Join our RPS Academies Girls Soccer Team⚽️🤩🔥


06/30/2026

RPS Academies is more than a destination—it is a comprehensive high-performance ecosystem designed for the next generation of global student-athletes.

⚽️ Our elite model seamlessly integrates professional athletic development with a premium residential experience in Florida. Here, players find world-class training facilities, structured academic support, and a 5-star boarding environment designed to help them reach their full potential on and off the field.

🎓 Beyond the elite training and the competitive environment, what truly defines us is our community. This is a place where teammates become a second family, supporting each other through every step of their academic and athletic journey.

Enrollment for the upcoming season is limited.

🔗 Click the link in our bio to learn more about our high-performance annual program and begin your admissions process.

Your journey into an elite high-performance environment begins here.⚽️ The RPS Summer Camp is more than just a seasonal ...
06/29/2026

Your journey into an elite high-performance environment begins here.

⚽️ The RPS Summer Camp is more than just a seasonal program—it is a strategic entry point. It is designed for elite student-athletes who want to experience first-hand what it takes to train, study, and compete at the highest international level in Florida.

Participating in our Summer Camp opens the door to the full RPS Academies experience, allowing talented players to be evaluated for exclusive opportunities within our annual program, long-term pathways, and future scholarship benefits for their families.

🎓 The next level is built on continuous development. Whether your goal is the NCAA Pathway or professional competition, your future starts with this first step.

Enrollment for the upcoming season is limited. Secure your place and qualify for special family benefits before July 6.

🔗 Click the link in our bio to schedule an evaluation and start your admissions process.

⚽️ Driven by excellence. Built for elite student-athletes.What is RPS Academies? We are more than just a sports program—...
06/25/2026

⚽️ Driven by excellence. Built for elite student-athletes.

What is RPS Academies? We are more than just a sports program—we are a world-class, high-performance ecosystem designed to develop the next generation of global leaders on and off the field.

Based in Florida, our comprehensive model integrates elite athletic training with top-tier international education, ensuring that our players never have to compromise their academic future for their sporting dreams.

The RPS Experience pillars:
🏡 5-Star Boarding Environment: A premium residential experience in Florida with professional training and elite nutrition.
📚 Cambridge Academic Model: A globally recognized curriculum that prepares athletes to compete and succeed academically anywhere in the world.
🎓 The NCAA Pathway: A strategic bridge connecting talented players with real collegiate opportunities and university scholarships.

Take the defining step. Enrollment for our annual high-performance program is limited to maintain the highest quality of development for each student-athlete.

Your future starts here.

🔗 Click the link in our bio to schedule an evaluation and experience the RPS environment firsthand!

06/22/2026

⚽ Excellence Runs in the Family.

Big goals are never achieved alone—they are built together, as teammates and as family. At RPS Academies, we believe that great student-athletes inspire and elevate those around them.

If you have siblings or referrals who are part of our community, we want to help you take the next step together within a high-performance environment.

Why join the RPS Academies family this summer?

👥 Special enrollment scholarships for siblings and referrals

🏆 Elite high-performance training with professional coaches

⚽ A competitive environment designed to help you reach the next level

Secure your place before July 6 to qualify for these special benefits.

Your future starts here.

📩 Send us a DM to learn more about the admissions process and how to apply for your scholarship.

🎓⚽ Excellence On and Off the Field.At RPS Academies, success is not measured only by performance on the field.Our studen...
06/19/2026

🎓⚽ Excellence On and Off the Field.

At RPS Academies, success is not measured only by performance on the field.

Our student-athletes develop within an environment that combines elite soccer training, a Cambridge academic education, and a proven pathway toward collegiate opportunities in the United States.

Because reaching the next level requires more than talent.

It requires discipline, preparation, academic excellence, and a clear vision for the future.

Through our student-athlete model, we prepare young athletes to compete at the highest level while building the academic foundation necessary for long-term success.

📚 Cambridge Education
⚽ Elite Athletic Development
🎓 NCAA Pathway Opportunities

The future belongs to those who prepare for it.

🔗 Learn more through the link in our bio.

⚽️ The future of women’s soccer at RPS Academies starts now.Applications are officially open for the inaugural Women’s S...
06/17/2026

⚽️ The future of women’s soccer at RPS Academies starts now.

Applications are officially open for the inaugural Women’s Soccer Program at RPS Academies.

This is an opportunity to become part of the first generation of student-athletes training inside a high-performance environment designed to prepare players for collegiate and professional opportunities.

At RPS Academies, athletes benefit from:

🏆 Elite training and professional-level coaching
📚 Cambridge academic education
⚽ Two daily training sessions
🎓 NCAA scholarship and college pathway opportunities
🌎 An international student-athlete environment in Florida

Limited roster spots are available, and priority scholarship opportunities are currently being reviewed for athletes who apply before June 25.

Your future starts here.

🏆 Dreams Cup Champions.The RPS Academies Gold Team has been crowned champions of the 2026 Dreams Cup, one of Florida’s p...
06/15/2026

🏆 Dreams Cup Champions.

The RPS Academies Gold Team has been crowned champions of the 2026 Dreams Cup, one of Florida’s premier youth soccer tournaments, hosted by Inter Miami CF Academy.

This achievement reflects the discipline, commitment to excellence, and high-performance culture that define The RPS Academies Experience.

Every training session, every match, and every challenge is part of a development pathway designed to prepare student-athletes for collegiate and professional opportunities.

⚽ Elite competition.
🎓 Academic excellence.
🚀 Opportunities at the next level.

Roster applications for the upcoming season remain highly selective.

🔗 Begin your evaluation process through the link in our bio.

🏆 Dreams Cup Champions.The RPS Academies Gold Team has been crowned champions of the 2026 Dreams Cup, one of Florida’s p...
06/15/2026

🏆 Dreams Cup Champions.

The RPS Academies Gold Team has been crowned champions of the 2026 Dreams Cup, one of Florida’s premier youth soccer tournaments, hosted by Inter Miami CF Academy.

This achievement reflects the discipline, commitment to excellence, and high-performance culture that define the RPS experience.

Every training session, every match, and every challenge is part of a development pathway designed to prepare student-athletes for collegiate and professional opportunities.

⚽ Elite competition.
🎓 Academic excellence.
🚀 Opportunities at the next level.

Roster applications for the upcoming season remain highly selective.

🔗 Begin your evaluation process through the link in our bio.

06/13/2026

Summer Camp at RPS Academies is more than a seasonal program—it is your evaluation period to secure a permanent roster spot in our Full-Time Academy.

Train under professional conditions, experience our elite boarding format, and undergo comprehensive player assessments designed to elevate your game.

A special scholarship opportunity is available for student-athletes who register before July 6th. Take the first step toward your year-round elite development. 💙

🔗 Send us a DM to secure your evaluation spot or connect directly with our admissions team.

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Port Saint Lucie, FL
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