Girls soccer at DME Academy is already making moves in the 2025–26 season. Just days after their opening match, the team is building on the work they put in last year and the summer training that kept players sharp. With returning experience and new talent, the program is positioned to compete at a high level.
Last season provided a solid platform for growth, and that momentum carried into the offseason. Preseason served as a vital period for regaining match fitness, integrating new players, and reinforcing the team’s established training model.
While the preseason period focused on growth and team chemistry, it also offered a clear evaluation point. Coaches observed which players maintained their conditioning and commitment over the summer.
“It usually takes a few sessions to knock off the cobwebs, but that initial adjustment period tells us a lot,” says Head Coach Kioki Hutchings.
As training sessions progress, the energy ramps up. Effort increases, intensity rises, and the coaching staff begins pushing players toward their full potential.
“By the end of the first week, we usually start getting the most out of the players,” Coach Kioki adds. “That’s when things start to really come together.”
As training sessions progressed, energy and intensity ramped up. Effort levels rose, and the coaching staff began pushing players toward their full potential.
“By the end of the first week, we usually start getting the most out of the players,” Hutchings adds. “That’s when things start to really come together.”
The focus is not just on conditioning but on smart preparation for the competitive calendar ahead. “We spend a lot of time making sure the players’ bodies are capable of competing at a high level,” Hutchings explains. “Now that the regular season is underway, we’ve shifted toward tactical preparation.”
With match fitness on the rise and a growing sense of team unity, DME Academy girls soccer has set a strong tone for the season ahead. The work done over the summer and in preseason is already paying off — and the team is ready to build on it in the matches to come.
Daytona, FL. Yan Diomande’s first goal in La Liga came in the 41st minute of Matchday 35—right foot, center of the box, no hesitation the 18-year-old midfielder, a standout from DME Academy in Florida, helped CD Leganés secure a crucial 3–2 win over Espanyol. With just three games left in the season, every point counts in their battle to avoid relegation.
Diomande’s finish wasn’t just a stat. It earned him a spot on the LaLiga EA Sports Team of the Week. At 18 years old, he’s now made 7 league appearances, 6 as a starter, and he’s helping keep Leganés alive in a tight relegation race. They sit 18th—just one point behind Alavés—with three matches left.
Leganés currently sits 18th in the league standings, just one point behind Alavés. With three games left, every goal—and every player—matters. Diomande’s rise comes at the perfect time.
Before he made his mark in Spain, he trained and developed at DME Academy in Florida. The same place that has helped athletes reach pro clubs, national teams, and top European leagues like La Liga and Serie A.
Before rising on Spain’s professional stage, Diomande trained at DME Academy in Daytona Beach. He honed his technical skills, learned elite-level discipline, and prepared for the kind of high-pressure moments that define a career.
At DME Academy, athletes don’t just dream—they prepare. Diomande’s La Liga goal proves what happens when talent meets the right training environment.
We’re proud to have played a part in Yan Diomande’s journey—and even prouder to see him shine on one of football’s biggest stages. If you’re an aspiring athlete ready to take the next step, the path starts here.
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Daytona, FL. Soccer is back, and DME teams wasted no time making an impact. Over the weekend, the program delivered a dominant 3-0 sweep, immediately setting the tone for the season ahead.
In addition to their on-field success, DME welcomed Salomon Kidane as the new Boys Soccer Director. Previously, he led the University School at Nova Southeastern University, bringing both experience and leadership to an already competitive environment. With his arrival, DME Soccer strengthens its mission of developing top-level athletes.
The National Boys team kicked off league play with a commanding victory 9-2 against Atletico Orlando controlling possession from the start and capitalizing on scoring opportunities throughout the match.
Meanwhile, the Regional Boys team followed with another strong performance, securing a 8-0 victory against Clay county.
To round out the weekend, the National Girls team secured a victory of their own, completing a perfect start to the season.
A Program Built for Success
At DME, soccer is more than just competition—it’s about development. The program provides a structured, high-performance environment where players not only compete against elite opposition but also receive top-level coaching designed to elevate their game.
With this in mind, the addition of Coach Kidane further strengthens DME Soccer’s commitment to preparing athletes for the next level. His leadership, combined with the academy’s strong training culture, ensures that players have every opportunity to succeed.
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