About Us

 Philo Soccer Academy is a locally owned business founded in 2018 by British-born and former Manchester United Academy player and Collegiate National Champion, Daniel Carroll. Sharing his love of soccer with players of all ages, and training coaches to become the best versions of themselves is Coach Danny’s passion.

Offering fun-infused and growth-inspiring programs each season, Philo Soccer strives to be the leading North Shore area provider for soccer programs.We currently offer classes for toddlers, tots, and pre-school age children. As well as skills clinics and league play for Kindergarten-8th graders. Our popular soccer camps are a favorite experience for soccer players throughout the area.

Our mission is to introduce and inspire as many toddlers and young people to the game of soccer through our fun-focused environment. Our programs also include summer day camps, high school prep camps, team training, afterschool sessions, and individual training. Our staff of former collegiate soccer coaches and players are licensed and well respected within the soccer community.

From the inexperienced player to the advanced, from the little ones to the high school age, we surpass the developmental needs of all players. Our energetic and dynamic coaches are able to provide soccer experiences that are beyond comparison.

The PHILO Academy Program

The All-Star Academy believes that positive, joyful, and purposeful development are paramount to the growth of every player. These young players are the future of the Academy and consequently, the All-Star Academy strives to provide our players with a modern teaching methodology and player centric curriculum to maximize their development. Every year our Classic program has experienced major success by helping it’s players develop into the best version of themself as a soccer player. In addition, our players have gone on to play at competitive travel levels and ultimately for many at the collegiate level. We look forward to seeing this success continue and grow with even more players benefiting from our program.

The PHILO Academy Philosophy

We believe that fun and enjoyment of the game remains the most important element for success. Therefore, by providing our players with a fun and growth oriented learning environment in which players can learn and practice the fundamental aspects of the game across all age groups by giving everyone purposeful age appropriate training. Our training methodology will enable your player with the tools they need to meet and overcome the challenges ahead. The developmental journey at the academy will raise your players self-esteem but above all they will have fun and enjoy the game.

About Daniel Carroll

Daniel has been coaching in the United States for Eight years and holds an English Football Association UEFA B-License and USSF C– License.

Daniel has worked with thousands of players, hundreds of teams and for several DMV area clubs. Steve’s experience as a coach includes local league, tournament, regional and international championships. In 2017 Steve was appointed the Technical Director of Potomac Soccer Association where he develops and oversees the implementation of player development and coaching education programs to train players consistent with the models established by US Youth Soccer.

In 2014  he joined the Maryland State Youth Soccer Association coaching staff where he trains new coaches and those advancing in their training throughout the State.