DME Academy, Sarasota enjoyed an outstanding weekend of competition, with strong performances across both the MLS NEXT and National Academy League programs.

From dominant defensive displays to impressive attacking performances, DME teams continued to show the progress being made throughout the club.

MLS NEXT: 35 Goals and Just One Conceded

The MLS NEXT teams produced a remarkable set of results against Seminole United, combining 35 goals scored with just one goal conceded across six matches.

• U19: DME 3–1 Seminole United
• U17: DME 4–0 Seminole United
• U16: DME 8–0 Seminole United
• U15: DME 8–0 Seminole United
• U14: DME 4–0 Seminole United
• U13: DME 8–0 Seminole United

The results were accompanied by strong team performances, with DME showing intensity, attacking quality, defensive organization, and a consistent commitment to the club’s playing style.

Strong Results Across the National Academy League

The National Academy League teams also enjoyed a highly productive weekend against Chargers and Chargers CLW.

U13 NAL

• 3–0 vs. Chargers
• 2–0 vs. CLW Chargers

U14 NAL

• 2–0 vs. Chargers
• 3–0 vs. CLW Chargers

U15 NAL

• 6–1 vs. Chargers
• 2–0 vs. CLW Chargers

U16 NAL

• 6–1 vs. Chargers
• 4–0 vs. CLW Chargers

U17 NAL

• 8–1 vs. Chargers
• 10–1 vs. CLW Chargers

U19 NAL

• 0–6 vs. Chargers
• 3–0 vs. CLW Chargers

Across the NAL fixtures, DME teams combined for 49 goals scored, while continuing to compete with intensity and purpose across every age group.

 

While the results provide a positive reflection of the weekend, the bigger focus at DME Academy remains player development.

Every match gives players an opportunity to apply what they have worked on during training, compete against strong opposition, and continue developing their technical, tactical, physical, and mental abilities.

DME Academy Football Director John Taylor highlighted the progression taking place throughout the club:

“We are extremely happy with the progression of the club and, most importantly, the progression of our players. We are seeing the hard work from our coaches and players translate onto the field every weekend. The results are encouraging, but what makes us most proud is seeing our players continue to develop, compete, and take the next step in their journey.” – Jake Dube, MLS Director

The weekend was another example of the depth and ambition across DME Academy Sarasota, with players from U13 through U19 competing, learning, and continuing to push the standard higher.

The results are in the books, but the work continues.

Ignite the Dream.