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Alexi Cortez
Founder
Youth soccer players indoor soccer training facility at Southside Footy in Lakeland. Professional soccer coaches teaching kids basic fundamentals of soccer and elite level coaching for advanced
Alek Cosio
Coach
Youth soccer players indoor soccer training facility at Southside Footy in Lakeland. Professional soccer coaches teaching kids basic fundamentals of soccer and elite level coaching for advanced
Austin Black
Assistant Trainer
Youth soccer players indoor soccer training facility at Southside Footy in Lakeland. Professional soccer coaches teaching kids basic fundamentals of soccer and elite level coaching for advanced
Ethan Huggins
Assistant Trainer
Youth soccer players indoor soccer training facility at Southside Footy in Lakeland. Professional soccer coaches teaching kids basic fundamentals of soccer and elite level coaching for advanced
Alexi Cortez
Founder
Youth soccer players indoor soccer training facility at Southside Footy in Lakeland. Professional soccer coaches teaching kids basic fundamentals of soccer and elite level coaching for advanced
Alek Cosio
Coach
Youth soccer players indoor soccer training facility at Southside Footy in Lakeland. Professional soccer coaches teaching kids basic fundamentals of soccer and elite level coaching for advanced
Austin Black
Assistant Trainer
Youth soccer players indoor soccer training facility at Southside Footy in Lakeland. Professional soccer coaches teaching kids basic fundamentals of soccer and elite level coaching for advanced
Ethan Huggins
Assistant Trainer
Youth soccer players indoor soccer training facility at Southside Footy in Lakeland. Professional soccer coaches teaching kids basic fundamentals of soccer and elite level coaching for advanced
Alexi Cortez
Founder
Youth soccer players indoor soccer training facility at Southside Footy in Lakeland. Professional soccer coaches teaching kids basic fundamentals of soccer and elite level coaching for advanced
Alek Cosio
Coach
Youth soccer players indoor soccer training facility at Southside Footy in Lakeland. Professional soccer coaches teaching kids basic fundamentals of soccer and elite level coaching for advanced
Austin Black
Assistant Trainer
Youth soccer players indoor soccer training facility at Southside Footy in Lakeland. Professional soccer coaches teaching kids basic fundamentals of soccer and elite level coaching for advanced
Ethan Huggins
Assistant Trainer
Youth soccer players indoor soccer training facility at Southside Footy in Lakeland. Professional soccer coaches teaching kids basic fundamentals of soccer and elite level coaching for advanced

Client testimonials

Holly Bennett

Southside Footy has been a fantastic choice for us! After only a few sessions, the improvement in my son’s skills was clear, and since then, his improvement has only gained momentum. His love for soccer grows daily, thanks to Coach Alexi. The training is age-appropriate and enhances not just their soccer abilities but also their mental game. My son can’t wait for hos training sessions every week, and seeing his confidence boost on the fiels is just awesome.

Alex Vander Poel

Best soccer coach in the area! He is a former pro and it shows by the drills and discipline that he expects from his players. If your kid is serious about soccer come to this location. My son has improved in less then 2 months and loves to come here!

Vivianne Nieto

I couldn’t be happier to have found Southside Footy! First, the owner (Alexei) was very kind and introduced himself to all of the parents and children on their first day of training. My daughter loves going and is excited to train! Not only does he work on developing their skills, but he also works on mindset which is something that is needed, especially at a yound age! I will be signing her up for the next Futsal Academy and look forward to seeing her growth at Southside Footy!

Nathalie Saldana

The place I repeatedly come back to for high level training. I first come to him a couple years ago to get ready to play semi-professional, and I’m back working with him again to prepare playing professionally. Alexi is a great trainer, whether he’s working with young developing players to more experienced players like myself, he genuinely takes the time to know where each player is at in their game. He goes beyond working on physical skills and also focuses on the mental aspect of the game, which becomes increasingly important for any player as the level of competition increases. I strongly recommend, whether the training is for you or your child.

SUMMER SOCCER TRAINING IN LAKELAND

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SOCCER SUMMER SPECIAL

Southside Footy offers elite soccer training in Lakeland designed to help soccer players develop faster through structured small group training led by experienced soccer coaches. Our Summer Special rewards upfront commitment with bonus training credits, giving players more reps, more growth, and a clear path to improvement. Whether your goal is sharper technique, improved confidence, or next-level performance, this training environment is built to get you there.

PRIVATE SOCCER TRAINING

Southside Footy offers the most effective private soccer training in Lakeland, designed to give players focused, individualized attention on the fundamentals that matter—passing, shooting, and dribbling. Our experienced soccer coaches tailor each session to the player’s unique needs and goals, ensuring every rep builds skill, confidence, and game-ready performance. If you’re looking for private training that delivers real results, Southside Footy is the trusted choice for dedicated players in Lakeland.

SMALL GROUP TRAINING

Southside Footy’s small group soccer training is the perfect blend of individual attention and competitive group play, designed to accelerate player development in a focused, high-energy environment. This program offers elite-level soccer training in Lakeland that sharpens technical skills while pushing players through real-time challenges and game-like scenarios. Ideal for players who want to improve faster while training with purpose and intensity.

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