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MNUFC’s U15 team is the youngest group in the Academy, and the first step after the Pre-Academy. This is where athletes begin to participate in MLS NEXT, the highest tier of youth soccer in the nation. This includes national travel, with several large tournaments (MLS NEXT Flex Fest, GA Cup, etc.) that require several days worth of accommodations covered by the club.

The regular season is broken up into two periods, combining to form a commitment that stretches from August to July. A mid-season winter break from late November to mid-February gives athletes a short reprieve, during which they rest, recover, and prepare for the final stretch.

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Meet the Coach
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Amin Qasim

Born in Somalia and raised in both Minnesota and North Dakota, Qasim is in his first full season as the leader of the U15 team within the MNUFC Academy. He had previously been assisting all levels of training within the Academy starting in April of 2024, and was previously an MNUFC Youth Camps Lead Coach from 2019-2022.

Prior to joining MNUFC's Academy, Qasim was in a similar coaching role with South Georgia Tormenta FC's youth development space, leading their U15 and U16 squads from 2022-2023. Qasim is a UEFA B and C licensed coach and is currently earning his A license. He also holds a USSF B and C licenses. Qasim has degrees in Sports Psychology and Project Management from Metropolitan State University.

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