The girls U16 soccer squad at IMG Academy is entering the playoffs with championship aspirations, aiming to capture the title and showcase the academy’s growing talent pipeline.
World Cup Fever Grips the Campus
Greta Jones, a key forward on the team, says the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup has sparked a palpable excitement, noting how the tournament unites nations while she watches France’s creative playmaking for inspiration.
Australia’s senior side recently trained on the IMG campus, a visit that added a layer of anticipation as the World Cup draws nearer and highlighted the academy’s role as a global soccer hub.
Simon Collins, IMG’s director of soccer and former professional player, welcomed the World Cup’s return to the United States, expressing confidence that England’s balanced style could lift the trophy while remaining focused on the team’s own playoff objectives.
Despite the global buzz, the U16 team remains laser‑focused on its playoff run, using the World Cup’s momentum to sharpen their ambitions and pursue the championship they have set as their ultimate goal.