| ACADEMY DESCRIPTION |
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| Information | Thompson Okanagan Soccer Academy (TOSA) is in partnership with the SD22 online school vLearn. The Academy offers a formal, high performance training academy for grade 8 to 12 soccer athletes with a commitment to academic and athletic excellence. Thompson Okanagan Soccer Academy is operated by full time professional coaches. VIDEO coming soon!
Highlights Many of our players are also a part of the region's High Performance club who competes in the BC Soccer Premier League and we have had great success at graduating players moving on to University Soccer programs. Connor Glennon is a Vernon boy who participated in the SD22 Soccer academy through his grade 8 – 11 years and was also a member of the TOFC Club. In his grade 12 year he moved permanently to Vancouver to be a full-time player with the Vancouver Whitecaps FC Residency program. Molly Race of Vernon went on to a University career in USports and is now playing professionally in the Women's Super League in Denmark with FC Nordsjaelland. Bentley Oyarzun of Vernon has recently signed on with the Spanish 2nd Division side CD Leganes. |
| Academy Goals | The Academy’s goal is to improve player abilities and knowledge of the game of soccer while bringing awareness to the recognized player pathway within BC and Canada. We hope to assist players and their parents to understand how players can progress through the various levels of soccer in BC as established by BC Soccer and Canada Soccer so the players can play at the highest level they aspire to and desire to play at. Thompson Okanagan Soccer Academy focuses on player development with regard to physical, mental, emotional and social pillars. The aim is to assist players in their development at all levels and to help them achieve their personal athletic goals. |
| Academy Grades | Grades 8 - 12 |
| Academy Location | Marshall Fields - 6601 Okanagan Landing Rd, Vernon, BC, V1H 1M2 |
| Academy Schedule | Semester 1 | Block A/B or C/D The academy runs September through January at the Vernon Toyota Indoor Sports Centre. September to Mid October is ‘outdoor’ training on Marshall Fields grass, Mid October to January is ‘indoor’ training on artificial turf. The school academy includes 2 programs: Junior – Grades 8 to 9 and Senior – Grades 10 to 12. Students/Athletes attend the academy for half days, Monday to Friday; the equivalent of two timetable blocks that rotate weekly from morning to afternoon. |
| Coaches Credentials | All of our coaches are Certified Professional Coaches and have had a criminal record check.. All coaches have completed Respect in Sport for Activity Leaders, Respect in the Workplace, Concussion Awareness Training, and Commit to Kids. Coaches have also received AED training as the indoor facility used has an AED on site. |
| Academic Credits | Grade 8/9
Grade 10 - 12
The academy courses are supported through our online school vLearn. |
| Student On-boarding | All students will undergo an initial onboarding procedure to cover health and safety considerations in the beginning of the academy program. Academy mentors will do regular site visits to support onboarding procedures. |
| Parent Communication | Parents will receive communication on student progress following the regular district reporting schedule. Please contact the vLearn office for any additional inquiries. |
| Insurance Coverage | As part of the registration and fees, players are covered under TOSA's private insurance for liability and sports accident issues. |
| STUDENT REGISTRATION & SELECTION PROCESS |
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| Information | Maximum students: 50 Minimum students: 20 The SD22 Soccer academy runs in 2 age groups. Junior Academy for Grade 8 and 9 students and Senior Academy for Grade 10, 11, and 12 students.
Program Information Session: Date: January 14, 2026 Time: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Location: Fulton Secondary (2301 Fulton Rd, Vernon, BC) See attached flyer for full information: SD22 Academy Information Night 2026.27 |
| Selection Process | Students in Grades 8-12 can participate. Expressions of Interest are reviewed by the coaching staff and if needed, players would be selected based on their soccer experience and the current level of play they compete at. |
| Link to Expression of Interest | Expression of Interest Form for the 2026/27 school year (2026.27 form available January 14, 2026) Expressions of Interest are due March 27th. Any expressions received after this date will be waitlisted and admitted as space permits. As needed, the Teacher/Coach of the academy will contact you upon receiving this expression of interest to follow up with any further registration information, required parent(s)/guardian signatures and to answer any questions you may have. Please note that the completion of this form signifies your interest in the Academy but does not guarantee your acceptance. |
| FEES |
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| Information | $1,899.00 + applicable taxes
Breakdown of Fees  David Broadhurst will contact all successful applicants regarding payment option details. Apparel: All players receive a training kit consisting of 2 training jerseys, 1 pair of shorts, 1 pair of socks and 1 hoodie. This cost is included in the soccer academy fees. Extra clothing will also be available for purchase at the start of the program. |
| Financial Hardship | School Academy Discounts: Students who have attended the soccer academy through Grade 8 and Grade 9 will be eligible for a 5% discount of fees in their Grade 10 year. – Students who have attended the soccer academy through Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10 will be eligible for a 10% discount of fees in their Grade 11 year. – Students who have attended the soccer academy through Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11 will be eligible for a 15% discount of fees in their Grade 12 year. – Families who have multiple players attending the academy will be eligible for discounts. A family with 2 or more players attending the school district soccer academy, one player will pay the full fees, each player thereafter will be eligible for a 5% discount of fees. We are also pleased to offer one hardship bursary each year for a student within SD22 to attend the soccer academy. Applications will be emailed out during the semester to those in need.
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| TRANSPORTATION |
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| Information | Students/Athletes are bussed between their home school and the Soccer Centre. |
| CONTACT INFO |
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| Information | David Broadhurst Soccer Academy Contact Email: dave@tosa.soccer Phone: 250-550-5489
Corinne McWhinney Principal of vLearn, Career Programs & Academies Email: cmcwhinney@sd22.bc.ca Phone: 250-542-0249
International Students should contact our International Department for full details on SD22 Secondary School Admissions and possible Academy participation. |