Alba FC

We are Alba FC

Alba FC was formed in 2003, Alba has become a model for Youth Soccer in the Bronx. We provide all players an equal opportunity to explore their potential and pursue positive outcomes on and off the field. We continue to grow in a thoughtful manner, and welcome others to join our organization who share our vision of developing healthy youth through the game of soccer.

Mission

To provide an opportunity for youth to develop and grow in our community through participation in athletic competition. Our goal is to foster a welcoming, enjoyable, safe, and competitive environment which will assist in the social and physical development for children of all skill levels. To create complete soccer players with love for the game and a greater chance for future success, by providing an unparalleled soccer experience locally: Progressive. Ambitious. Comprehensive.

Vision

To be a club recognized for providing quality programming across all age groups and playing levels and for consistently developing highly skillful and intelligent players capable of competing at the highest level of the game and in life. Club Philosophy and Values A club committed to the pursuit of excellence through continuous improvement in everything we do: as players, coaches and as a club. We strive to provide the best possible soccer experience and training environment for our players. Soccer will be used to instill the qualities of ambition, leadership, teamwork, respect, service to others and the pursuit of excellence. Our players will learn to handle success and failure in competition and to exhibit good sportsmanship in victory and defeat and will understand that athletic competition is preparing them for the highest level of the game and in life.

AMBITION – is the strong drive for success and improvement in everything we do. We will set goals and then set about achieving them. Commitment, discipline, and motivation are important values as well, but ambition is what inspires us to succeed.

EXCELLENCE – is the gradual result of the continuous effort to learn and improve each day. We will work hard to be outstanding or extremely good at everything we do as a player, coach, team, and club.

LEADERSHIP – is the guiding, motivating or inspiring of others to improve the performance or the achievement of a common goal. Leadership is being consistent, leading by example, performing under pressure and by doing the right things, the right way every day. These values are hallmarks of great leaders, team captains, and individuals.

TEAMWORK – is the commitment to a common goal or mission. Teams can achieve what individuals cannot. We want our coaches and players to understand that by working enthusiastically and hard toward team goals and team success, they will also reach new heights as an individual.

RESPECT – is the ability to see and appreciate the value in ourselves and others. It means showing encouragement to your teammate and applauding their effort even when things are not going well. To be truly successful in soccer – and in life – you must treat all the people around you with courtesy, respect, and empathy.

SERVICE – of others is looking for a need and filling it to make positive change on your team, in your club, family or in the community. Leaders know a team, club or group is more important than themselves and they set a good example and lead by doing needed service to the group or team.

We continue to develop Skilled, Confident and Creative players.

Coach Mateo’s dedication to the game and extensive experience has formed the backbone to the business and made Alba F,C what it is today - a respected, established football (soccer) club. When starting the business hiss mission statement was: “To develop Skilled, Confident, Creative, players who combine well with team mates and have the skills to go it alone”. Alba F.C. mission statement continues to be the same however, its curriculum and method have continually developed over time to keep up with the changing nature of the game whilst staying true to its foundational beliefs.