April 15, 2015 – Southern Soccer Academy and sport management company, Global Image Sports today agreed to enter into a mutually beneficial relationship to benefit the players, coaches and parents of SSA.

The relationship will see a number of opportunities for both SSA players and coaches via GIS.  GIS has 10 Professional Soccer Club partnerships to date, which include clubs from the English Premier League, Italian Serie A, Dutch Erdevisie, the Scottish League and Major League Soccer.  GIS is also affiliated with over 250 Youth Soccer Clubs around the US.  In addition GIS will offer support and consultancy advice on mergers & acquisitions, facilities enhancements, and procurement strategies to SSA as it continues to grow as one of the leading youth soccer programs in the South East.

SSA, Director of Coaching, Simon Davey said, “We are very excited about this partnership with GIS and the added long term benefits it will bring to SSA.  GIS’ reputation goes from strength to strength and we are looking forward to working with them to strengthen and grow the SSA brand.”

Mike Kelleher, GIS Chief Operating Officer said, “SSA’s growth in recent years has been outstanding. Coupled with a Director of Coaching with first class credentials and professional background, we at GIS see this as an exciting opportunity for all concerned.”

 For more information on GIS go to www.globalimagesports.com. 

For more information on SSA go to http://www.ssaelite.com.