Whitecaps FC Kootenays West BMO Development Academy
Be part of the Whitecaps Coast to Coast academy network. The Whitecaps are aligning the Kootenay Academy, and creating a pathway of opportunities for Kootenay players. Led by Kootenay head coaches Brett Adams, Reynold Stewart and Will Feria, U12 (2013-2012) to U14 (2011-2010) players are invited from East, West and South Kootenay BMO Centres for specialized on and off field training, events and feedback. Programming is based out of Nelson, Castlegar and Cranbrook.
- The Whitecaps BMO Academy is a way to discover, develop and monitor future talent
- Provides motivated players a chance to understand and practice the quality, skills and attributes needed to excel.
- Academy players have the opportunity to be invited to join prospects for an additional session.
- Specialized training with a professional club
- On-field technical development, including youth speed and agility
- Online workshops with video examples, goal setting, nutrition and more
- Individual feedback reports
- Limited registration
- For boys and girls born 2013-2012 (U12) to 2011-2010 (U14)
- Acts as a feeder to our Kootenays Caps to College program
- Connects players to more opportunities and events
- Players participate while training and playing with their club teams
Kootenays West – Development Academy
Girls Academy
Age Group: U12 (2013-2012)
Day/Time: Mondays 4:00 – 5:30 pm
On Field: 20 Sessions (October 16, 2023 to April 15, 2024)
Price: $550 + taxes and fees
– On registration: $275
– Auto payments: Jan 1: $275
Boys Academy
Age Group: U12 (2013-2012)
Day/Time: Thursdays 4:00 – 5:30 pm
On Field: 24 Sessions. (October 12, 2023 to April 18, 2024)
Price: $660 + taxes and fees
– On registration: $275
– Auto payments: Jan 1: $192.50, Feb 15: $192.50
Girls Academy
Age Group: U14 (2011-2010)
Day/Time: Mondays 5:30 – 7:00 pm
On Field: 20 Sessions (October 16, 2023 to April 15, 2024)
Price: $550 + taxes and fees
– On registration: $275
– Auto payments: Jan 1: $275
Boys Academy
Age Group: U14 (2011-2010)
Day/Time: Thursdays 5:30 – 7:00 pm
On Field: 24 Sessions. (October 12, 2023 to April 18, 2024)
Price: $660 + taxes and fees
– On registration: $275
– Auto payments: Jan 1: $192.50, Feb 15: $192.50
Kootenays West – Prospects Academy
Boys & Girls Academy
Age Group: U12 (2013-2012)
Day/Time: Sundays 10:00 – 11:30 am
On Field: 14 Sessions (November 5, 2023 to April 14, 2024)
Dates: Click on the Schedule tab
Location: Nelson Indoor Soccer Facility
Training Kit: Click on the Apparel tab
Price: $350 + taxes and fees
Registration by invitation only
Boys & Girls Academy
Age Group: U14 (2011-2010)
Day/Time: Sundays 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
On Field: 14 Sessions. (November 5, 2023 to April 14, 2024)
Dates: Click on the Schedule tab
Location: Nelson Indoor Soccer Facility
Training Kit: Click on the Apparel tab
Price: $350 + taxes and fees
Registration by invitation only
Kootenays West – Development Academy
U12 Girls (2013-2012)
Mondays, 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Location – Nelson Indoor Soccer Facility
October: 16, 23, 20
November: 6, 13, 20, 27
December: 4, 11
January: 8, 15, 22, 29
February: 5, 12, 26
March: 4, 11
April: 8, 15
(Training dates may be subject to change)
U12 Boys (2013-2012)
Thursdays, 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Location – Nelson Indoor Soccer Facility
October: 12, 19, 26
November: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
December: 7, 14
January: 4, 11, 18, 25
February: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
March: 7, 14
April: 4, 11, 18
(Training dates may be subject to change)
U14 Girls (2011-2010)
Mondays, 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location – Nelson Indoor Soccer Facility
October: 16, 23, 20
November: 6, 13, 20, 27
December: 4, 11
January: 8, 15, 22, 29
February: 5, 12, 26
March: 4, 11
April: 8, 15
(Training dates may be subject to change)
U14 Boys (2011-2010)
Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location – Nelson Indoor Soccer Facility
October: 12, 19, 26
November: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
December: 7, 14
January: 4, 11, 18, 25
February: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
March: 7, 14
April: 4, 11, 18
(Training dates may be subject to change)
Kootenays West – Prospects Academy
U12 Boys & Girls (2013-2012)
Sundays: 10:00 – 11:30 am
November: 5, 26
December: 3, 10
January: 7, 21, 28
February: 4, 11, 25
March: 3, 10
April: 7, 14
(Training dates may be subject to change)
Registration by invitation only
U14 Boys & Girls (2011-2010)
Sundays: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
November: 5, 26
December: 3, 10
January: 7, 21, 28
February: 4, 11, 25
March: 3, 10
April: 7, 14
(Training dates may be subject to change)
Registration by invitation only
All players require a Whitecaps FC BMO Academy Centre training kit (jersey, shorts, socks):
– Mandatory: Jersey ($56.25 + taxes), shorts ($33.75 + taxes), socks ($14.75 + taxes)
Players do have the option to purchase a Whitecaps FC BMO Academy Centre track suit:
– Optional: Jacket ($78.75 + taxes), pants ($67.50 + taxes)
– Important note: any players that participate in any showcase events or travel trips will be required to wear a track suit for the event.
Note for all apparel – Please use this sizing chart for your order. Exchanges will not be available.
Brett Adams
Academy Centre Associate Head Coach
Birthplace: Nottingham, UK
Hometown: Nottingham, UK
Citizenship: British
Years with Whitecaps FC: 7 years
Previous Clubs: Experience in UK, France, US, Canada
Certifications: UEFA A License
Playing Experience: Played for numerous Semi-Professional clubs in the UK
Coaching Experience: Been coaching for 19 years, coached in UK, France, US, Canada
Email: badams@whitecapsfc.com
Reynold Stewart
Associate Head Coach
Birthplace: Victoria, BC
Hometown: Tsawwassen, BC
Citizenship: Canadian
Years with Whitecaps FC: 4
Certification: Provincial B License
Playing Experience: Douglas College, University of British Columbia, Whitecaps FC U23
Coaching Experience: Vancouver Whitecaps FC Kootenay Academy
Email: rstewart@whitecapsfc.com
Brett Adams
Associate Head Coach Academy Centres
Email: badams@whitecapsfc.com
Reynold Stewart
Head Coach West Kootenays
Email: rstewart@whitecapsfc.com
Whitecaps FC Academy Centre Administration
Email: gopro@whitecapsfc.com
Code of Conduct
Our Code of Conduct establishes principles for team officials, players, parents, guardians, and spectators to ensure soccer is a fun, safe, and positive experience for all. It is a condition that all participants read and agree to abide by the Code of Conduct at all times. Failure to comply with them will result in action from Whitecaps FC.
- Respect everyone and everything
- Leave things better off then you found them
- Do the best you can
For more information on our Code of Conduct, please click here.
Safe Sport
At Whitecaps FC providing a safe and supportive environment for athletes to practice, learn, compete, and achieve their best is one of our primary objectives. We are committed to creating and maintaining an equitable, and non-discriminatory environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
Please click here for more information on Safe Sport.
Refund requests
1. Received more than 14 days before the start of a phase, will be subject to a 10% administration fee on the registration amount paid.
2. Received less than 14 days but more than 2 days before the start of a phase, will be subject to a 20% administration fee on the registration amount paid.
3. Received less than 2 days before the start of a phase will not be granted.
4. Registration refunds for medical reasons can only be processed upon receipt of a note from a medical professional. These refunds will be subject to a 10% administration fee, plus a fee for any sessions transpired.
5. Approved refunds can take up to six weeks to process.
6. No partial refunds will be issued for individual sessions missed by the participant.
7. Whitecaps FC reserves the right to move players to the appropriate training group.
8. In the event that a session is cancelled due to weather, we will do our best to reschedule.
9. Every player participating in the academy is required to be registered with a soccer club in their province.
Questions?
Whitecaps FC Administration – gopro@whitecapsfc.com