Provincial Success for Current ESGA Student at Ontario Cup
January 27, 2020
Congrats to current ESGA Student Mathew Dovale and his team ProStars who recently won the Ontario Cup. Mathew has been in our program the last 3 plus years. Well done Matty and team!
ESGA Student Awarded with Scholarship to University of Indianapolis
January 27, 2020
Current ESGA Student Jenna Taghikhani commits to University of Indianopolis Greyhounds who play in NCAA Division II and a part of the Great Lakes Valley Conference. Congratulations Jenna!
ESGA Students return from Sporting Lisbon Training Camp
September 4, 2019
ESGA is proud to share our three keepers Luke Amico, Matty Dovale and Aedan Currah trained with Sporting Lisbon’s Academy Goalkeeper Coach João Santos. Luke, Mathew, and Aedan spent the week at Nuno Monteiros Goalkeeper School. A little side surprise was this opportunity to train with one of Sporting’s academy coaches. Thanks to my friend Miguel at Sporting!
ESGA Alumni nominated as part of 'Golden 11' in Swiss Nationalliga A!
August 26, 2019
Former ESGA Student Miranda Horn returns from a successful 2018/2019 campaign with FF Lugano in the Swiss Nationalliga A, who qualified for the Champion's League. Miranda was named 'Best Goalkeeper' in the league for that season! Well Done Miranda!
ESGA Founder Returns from International Duty and Gold Cup Bound
March 28, 2018
For the first time ever in history, Bermuda has qualified for the Gold Cup. The Nations League began in September 2018 with 4 games leading up until March 24th, the deciding game. Bermuda placed 5th overall qualifying for the Gold Cup with 3 wins and 1 loss. This was one of my proudest moments in football, working our way up to setting the stage against the World's biggest football federations. The Gold Cup takes place in the US in June where they are put in Group B of League A against Mexico and Panama. The planning begins now!
ESGA Student makes International Debut!
March 23. 2019
ESGA Student Anika Toth made her International Debut for the Women's U17 Slovakian team in the UEFA Elite round. She recorded 4 saves in her game against Spain and 10 saves against Poland. Her last game is against Sweden on March 29th. Congrats and good luck Anika!
ESGA Student Invited to International Camp
March 2, 2019
ESGA Student Anika Toth has been selected to the Slovakian Women's U19 program after a Camp in Europe and will play for the U17 in Sweden during March. Well Done Anika!
Testimonial for ESGA Founder on Return from National Duty
November 19, 2018
"John Moreira is an awesome coach. We have worked together for a few years now in the Bermuda national team. He has a great one on one approach with us goal keepers. I have had my own personal issues in and around the game with former UK Premier league club Stoke city and Bermuda First team squad and John never gave up on believing in me. He has been an amazing mentor and Coach. We have sat in and talked on numerous occasions to help better myself and my goalkeeping. His sessions and drills are very technical and we assess, discuss and correct all areas of my goalkeeping where need be. I can always look to John for guidance and advice on and off the pitch. We keep in contact even whilst we aren’t on a campaign together and I always get an honest opinion from such a great coach. He has worked with many top level GK’s and coaches" - Dale Eve, Pro Goalkeeper
Continued Success for ESGA Student with National Team Selection
November 9, 2018
Current ESGA Student Anika Toth has been selected to represent the Slovakian Women's National Team in January. Her hard work and dedication has paid off on top of a verbal commitment to NCAA Div I UAB. We wish her the best of luck and will support her preparation for this achievement.
ESGA Student Verbally Commits to UAB
October 26, 2018
We are happy to announce that one of our Collegiate students, Anika Toth, has verbally committed to University of Alabama at Birmingham, a part of NCAA Div I. Well done Anika and good luck on your continued success in your career!
ESGA Founder a part of the CPL Trials in Hamilton
October 8, 2018
ESGA Founder Coach John was privileged to be part of the CPL (Canadian Premier League) tryouts in Hamilton. Canada looks promising with some quality keepers and future stars!
Former ESGA Student finding success in Spain
March 9, 2018
Former ESGA Student Philip Tear updates the academy on his recent success and how ESGA helped him pursue his dream: "I am Philip Tear, a 19-year-old Swedish goalkeeper and an Euro Star alumni. During my time in Canada, I trained with John and Euro Star. I had private sessions with him about two times a week and participated in the clinics. I moved back home where I finished high school and after moved to Spain to follow my dreams of becoming a professional goalkeeper. I played in the third division, after a successful season, C.D. Tenerife signed me, where I currently play for the B team. In the past three weeks I have had the opportunity to train with the first-team. Last season they were only one goal away from being promoted to La Liga (First division). It has been a great experience and I have learned a lot, training alongside two goalkeepers who have previously played for Real Madrid. A large part of my success has been due to the extra hours I trained with John and Euro Star. I am, however, fully aware that this is just the start of a long journey ahead of me". Well done and best of luck in your future endeavours Philip!
Current ESGA Student returns from Portugal experience
March 9, 2018
Matthew Dovale traveled to Portugal February 17-25th to train with Professional Club Academy Estoril Praia and Pro Goalkeeper Coach Nuno Monteiro. Matthew left such a great impression that he has been invited back to participate in a European Goalkeeper Coaches Convention to be held in Troia outside of Setubal at the Jose Mourinho Training Centre. Matthew will be demoing for the top coaches from Napoli, Benfica, and many Pro Club Coaches. Well done Matty! Keep working hard and we are proud of you. We were told we have done a fantastic job with Matty.
ESGA Founder Works with EPL GK Nathan Trott
January 22, 2018
Coach John has had the pleasure of working with Nathan on a few occasions while in Bermuda. Bermuda’s Nathan Trott reaches big dream of being selected West Ham United 1st team behind world renowned Joe Hart. He was always focused and determined and showed something special. Wishing Nathan all the success in the EPL. What a dream to make to West Ham's 1st Team! http://www.royalgazette.com/soccer/article/20171205/trott-relishes-first-team-outing
Former ESGA Student Tesitmony
January 22, 2018
Heather Travis, Delta State University Sophmore describes how training with ESGA put her in the position she is today. "You were very influential on my goalkeeping career I have today and the clinics I attended was the toughest training I have ever done. I'm now playing for Delta State University in Cleveland, Mississippi in the NCAA, but I would not be here today if it wasn't for you". Best of luck in your collegiate career Heather!
ESGA Recent Success Stories!
November 24, 2017
Euro Star Goalkeeper Academy is pleased to share with everyone some of our success stories of late! Travelling to Portugal to Train with Setubal Football Club are Sean Deracott Haydn Studt Bishop Kaiser Toronto FC Academy Trials Bishop Kaiser November 20th Isaiah Goldson will be on trial with Toronto FC Academy November 24th Last week also saw Haydn Studt on trial Ontario Soccer Provincial Screening Anika Toth Alessia Cenedese Isaiah Goldson Will Align Kendra Pelton Jenna Taghikhani Bishop Kaiser Staff at Euro Star Goalkeeper Academy take great pride in watching our keepers pursue their dreams and goals. We are extremely happy to be a part of this process. Who will be next? Good Luck to All!
Two Euro Star Students Selected to Provincial Program
April 17, 2017
Euro Star Goalkeeper Academy is pleased to announce that two of our Academy students Anika Toth and Jenna Taghikhani, who both play for the Oakville Soccer Club, have been selected to the Ontario Provincial Women's Program. Congrats to these two young ladies in your new journey. You have worked hard and been dedicated. On behalf of ESGA staff and the keepers at the Academy - Well Done!
ESGA Student on trial at Sporting Lisbon
December 22, 2016
Euro Star Goalkeeper Academy is pleased to announce that our Academy student Sebastian Sgarbossa has been invited by Sporting Lisbon for a two week trial. Sebastian will train with the 2000 Academy Team at the state of the art facility in Lisbon, Portugal. This is a dream come true for any aspiring Goalkeeper and player. Sporting Lisbon is a World Leader in player development, rated as one of the top Academies in the World producing the likes of Worlds greatest player Cristiano Ronaldo, Luis Figo and many more. Sebastian has spent the last season with Toronto FC Academy and is currently on his second U17 National Team Camp with Canada. Congratulations and Good Luck!
Former ESGA Student Represents Canada Women's Soccer U20 World Cup
November 20, 2016
Congratulations to former ESGA Student Rylee Foster who represented Canada and was a part of the roster that qualified for the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Papua New Guinea. Rylee continues to have a successful career having represented Canada at the U-17 and U-20 level already and was awarded in 2013 as the recipient of the Golden Glove Award at the U-17 CONCACAF Championship.
ESGA Student Represents Canada Women's Soccer U17 World Cup
October 7, 2016
Congratulations to our ESGA student Marissa Zucchetto who represented Canada at the FIFA U-17 World Cup in Jordan. Marissa has already represented Canada at the CONCACAF U-15 Championship where Canada won gold.
Current ESGA Student given opportunity in Europe!
August 25, 2016
Congratulations to one of our long time students Mikey Toteda. Mikey at just 16 years of age will be joining a Club in Croatia for 5 months. Mikey has trained weekly with ESGA for the last several months in preparation for this opportunity. Well done Mikey, another ESGA student beginning a journey!
Founder & Technical Director of ESGA back from Carribean Cup
April 16, 2016
Coach John Moreira returns to ESGA after international duties as Goalkeeper Coach of Bermuda Men's National Team competing in Carribean Cup. Bermuda was victorious over French Guyana 2-1. Great performance from the big man in goal Dale Eve. Pleasure working with him and Detre. Bermuda will travel for friendlies against the United States end of April before continuing the competition in June. Well done Bermuda!
Current ESGA Student invited to attend Liverpool FC
April 5, 2016
A word from one of our supportive parents. "I want to thank you for your support and appreciate the reference you supplied. Also want to thank you for taking the time to do a special session with Lex for his footage. Turns out it was spot on, Liverpool commented they were very impressed. You are a master at what you do!" This is such an honor to have this feedback from such a great organization. Congrats to Lex Hancocks, another ESGA Student invited to attend the Educational Football route in England. He will be attending Liverpool Football Club's program. There is nothing more rewarding as a Coach, owner of an Academy, to see students reaching their goals and dreams. Well Done Lex!
Euro Star helps another Academy keeper one step closer to their dream
April 5, 2016
Euro Star Goalkeeper Academy is pleased to announce that one of our younger keepers Matthew Dovale has been accepted into the Toronto FC Academy program. We wish Matthew the very best in this NEW endeavor. This is another example what hard work, along with preparation and opportunity can bring. Our program brings results in our students. Thanks to all the Coaches who contributed to the development of Matthew and all of our keepers.
Continued Success for Former ESGA Student
November 20, 2015
Former ESGA Student Miranda Horn was named the Atlantic 10 First Team All-Conference keeper as well as being named to the A10 All-Academic team. Her team opens the A10 tournament as the #1 seed with a 10-0-0 in conference and 15-4 overall. Well Done!
Another Former ESGA Student has great season
November 20, 2015
Sophomore Zoe Zyta (Listowel, Ontario) is the First Team's sole goalkeeper. Zyta recorded an impressive eight shutouts in the 2015 season, clocking 1600 minutes of playing time with 78 saves and a goals against average of 0.62. Zyta was named to the All-MEC freshman team, as well as the All-MEC honorable mention list as a freshman in 2014. Well Done!
Former ESGA Student has memorable season
November 20, 2015
Former ESGA Student Nigel Goodwin ranked #1 in Save Percentage and Goals Against in the 2015 AUS Season. In the 8 games, Nigel recorded 4 Shutouts. Nigel has been a long time student of ESGA and his off-season training with Coach Street has paid off. Well Done!
ESGA Student Success Story
November 4, 2015
John, I would like to thank you for the gloves, Matty loves them. Thought you'd also want to know that your sessions with him are really starting to show on the pitch. He has received "man of the match" honours on his last three SAAC Games. He is turning 9, playing with the RVDL U11 boys team. Your sessions have provided him with confidence in his positioning, making difficult shots look easy, and eliminating the constant need to dive. He is also displaying exceptional technique and decision making on the pitch. I really want to thank you and you're training staff, as a parent I am really happy with the quality of training. Well Done Matthew!
ESGA Student Represents Canada U15
May 12, 2015
Sebastian Sgarbossa has been invited to the U15 CSA National Camp. Sebastian will spend the week with Club players to play vs Toronto FC U15, Vancouver and Montreal. Well Done and Best of Luck!
Former ESGA Student has successful Freshman year in NCAA Div II
April 9, 2015
Former ESGA Student Zoe Zyta is currently with the University of Charleston Women's Soccer team in NCAA Division II. In her Freshman year, she recorded a 1.09 GAA, .829 S% and 5 clean sheets. She was also Defensive Player of the Week, voted All-Freshman Team and All-Conference Team Honourable Mention while finishing Top 15 in Playing Time for Keepers and Top 25 Most Saves overall in NCAA Division II. Well Done and Best Wishes on your continued success!
ESGA Director back after World Cup Qualifiers
April 2, 2015
Director John Moreira has returned after the 1st round of World Cup Qualifications. Coach John is the Goalkeeper Coach for the Bermuda Men's National Team who drew Bahamas in the 1st round of competition. Bermuda played away in Bahamas on March 25th where Bermuda came on top with a convincing 5-0 win. On the return leg home Bermuda were once again successful beating the Bahamas 3-0 after a hard fought game. Here Coach John is with Dale Eve, Bermuda MNT Keeper and also part of Stoke City of the EPL.
ESGA Student Represents U19 Portugal Women's National Team
March 11, 2015
ESGA Student Ashley Almeida secured her first International Cap with Portugal Women's U19 team in a friendly against Austria which she won 1-0. Congratulations Ashley!
ESGA Director invited to Bermuda National Team
March 10, 2015
Euro Star Goalkeeper Academy Director John Moreira has been selected and invited to become Senior Men's National Goalkeeper Coach for Bermuda in their preparation and run for the 2018 World Cup qualifications to be held in Russia. "These are exciting times and it is a true honour to be selected to be part of this prestigious opportunity. To be asked to be part of a Coaching/Technical Staff for a World Cup Team is a once in a lifetime opportunity. I am blessed for this chance and have waited years for a dream like this. Thank you to everyone who believed in me. The staff of Bermuda, federation and my family." The journey has begun and I will appreciate it as long as it lasts.
ESGA Student commits to NCAA Div II School
March 9, 2015
Alec Capstick has committed to Saginaw Valley State University (NCAA Division II) for Fall 2015. SVSU in northern Michigan are National contenders and consistently in the top of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Congrats and best of luck in the future!
Euro Star Goalkeeper Academy Students Invited to Canadian U15 National Camp
February 20, 2015
Carter Routledge and Sean Darracot both were invited to participate in the U15 National Camp open to Club Players. Hope the experience was a memorable one. Well Done!
Three ESGA Keepers get trial with TFC Academy
December 18, 2014
Haydn Studt, Brandon Alves, Callum Morrison completed three days of trials at TFC Academy. They have been invited back in January to begin pre-season with the Academy. Well Done!
Former ESGA Student Ryan Collins called to Canadian National Team
October 3, 2014
Euro Star Goalkeeper Academy is pleased to announce that former long time student, Ryan Collins, who is with the Bolton development program in England, has been invited to the U16 Canadian National Team camp in Panama. All of us at ESGA wish Ryan the very best at this great opportunity.
ESGA Student Steven Vucic accepts US Scholarship
September 12, 2014
Congratulations to another successful student of ESGA. Steven has accepted a scholarship to the University of Montevallo Falcons. Well done and Good Luck!
ESGA Student Meaghan Buckingham to Brock University
September 12, 2014
Congratulations to one of our Senior Students. Meaghan has accepted to be a part of the Women's Soccer team at Brock University Badgers. Good Luck Meaghan!
