A team with deep roots in elite football and youth development
Meet our team
Our team brings decades inside elite football, from Spanish academy owners and national team coaches to experience shaped at clubs like Barcelona and Real Madrid. Paired with North American perspective and strong leadership, that depth creates honest, demanding environments for real player development.
Ryan Henry
Founder Academies United
Castellón, Spain
Jordi Masnou
Co-founder Primer Toque CF
Castellón, Spain
Valero Fraile
Co-founder of Primer Toque CF
Castellón, Spain
Antonio Floro
Assistant Coach & Game Analysis
Torrent CF, Valencia Spain
Monica Piccininno
Academics United
Director of Operations
The Impact That Lasts
At the core of Academies United is a simple belief. Real football experiences give players clarity, perspective, and resilience that stays with them long after the final whistle.