Formative Years on the Field and in the Classroom
Teachers at Saint Stephens Episcopal School in Bradenton recall guiding future U.S. Men's National Team stars during their teenage years in a developmental program from 2010 to 2016.
Jul 2, 2026
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From Classroom to World Cup: How a Florida School Shaped U.S. Soccer Stars
A look at the unique partnership between a Bradenton Episcopal academy and the U‑17 U.S. Soccer development program that nurtured the next generation of American football talent
Jul 1, 2026
From Classroom to World Cup: The Unique Mentorship of St. Stephen’s Episcopal School
Between 2010 and 2015, nearly 200 young soccer players trained at St. Stephen’s Episcopal School in Bradenton, Florida, under strict academic and athletic rules. Their teachers formed close bonds, guiding them toward both scholarly excellence and professional success.
Jun 25, 2026