Forza Soccer Academy is a Saskatchewan-based non-profit soccer organization committed to creating welcoming, development-focused opportunities for players to learn, grow, and compete.
Forza is a member organization of Saskatchewan Soccer Association and holds a Canada Soccer Member Association Youth Club Licence – Level 1.
Through Academy and competitive programming, Forza supports players across different ages and stages of development, with a strong focus on technical development, quality coaching, accessibility, and community.
To use soccer skill development to encourage and inspire the diverse youth of Saskatchewan through a process of play, commitment, and discipline. Forza Soccer Academy is committed to helping athletes reach their greatest potential.
Developing Skills. Achieving Goals. Strengthening Community.
Positive attitudes create positive outcomes.
Hard work pays off. We encourage players to keep learning, growing, and moving forward.
Success comes from consistent effort, focus, and determination.
Development is an ongoing process. We learn through experience, reflection, challenge, and a commitment to continued growth.
Forza Soccer Academy strives to provide high-quality soccer development within a fun, welcoming, and inclusive environment that brings together players, families, coaches, and community partners. We aim to expand opportunities to participate, develop, and compete while contributing positively to the growth of soccer across Saskatchewan.
Forza Soccer Academy Incorporated is a Saskatchewan non-profit organization governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. The Board provides governance, financial oversight, and strategic direction in support of Forza’s mission and long-term sustainability.
Day-to-day organizational leadership is provided by:
Ileana Dawoud — Executive Director
Issa Dawoud — Founder & Technical Director
The Executive Director leads the organization’s administration and operations, while the Technical Director leads Forza’s technical direction, player development, coaching methodology, coach development, and competitive programming.
Forza Soccer Academy’s volunteer Board of Directors provides governance and oversight in support of the organization’s mission and strategic direction.
Stefan Montalbetti — President
Ahmed Elhattab — Treasurer
David Derksen — Director
Erik Ketilson — Director
Forza Soccer Academy gratefully acknowledges the support of Sask Lotteries, whose investment in amateur sport helps strengthen opportunities for athletes and communities throughout Saskatchewan.
