Meet the New Coach: Bobby Acosta
Coach Bobby Acosta’s up-tempo spread philosophies and acumen for developing quarterbacks and wide receivers has evolved over two decades of success at the collegiate and high school levels. Prior 2019, his recent coaching stops have included Bucknell University (2017-18), Cornell (2016) and Syracuse University (2014-15).
Coach Spotlight
Bobby Acosta - Head Coach
Acosta becomes the third head coach of the National Varsity team. He comes to IMG Academy from The College of St. Scholastica (Minn.), where he helped guide the Saints to a 7-3 record in 2019 as the offensive coordinator and wide receivers coach.
Technology & Facilities
- State-of-the-art stadium with seating for 5,000
- Two dedicated football practice fields (both grass and turf) along with 20+ multi-sport fields
- Field House with professional locker rooms, football coaches' offices, team meeting rooms for game and practice review and film analysis, and STRIVR Virtual Reality
- STRIVR Virtual Reality technology gives our student-athletes an edge over the competition with unlimited and more meaningful repetitions in the most realistic environment possible. VR sessions accelerate our athletes’ training regimens and allow IMG’s coaching staff to provide better and more in-depth feedback, improving athletes' footwork, decision-making skills, and recognition and understanding of in-game adjustments, zone read options, route running, and various coverages.
- Covered turf facility for speed and agility training with coaches focused on football players
Performance and Sports Science Center
- Mind Gym for mental conditioning sessions and vision training
- Yoga studio
- Strength and conditioning equipment
- Classrooms for nutrition and leadership training
- Athletic training facility for recovery and regeneration, including hot and cold tubs
Modern Recovery for All
As the official recovery sponsor of IMG Academy football, TimTam maximizes performance by bringing modern recovery techniques to student-athletes. Developed by industry-leading doctors, physios, and coaches, TimTam’s techniques help players train harder and recover faster.
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Football Coaches & Staff
Notable Football Program College Commitments
Student-athletes receive individualized roadmaps for reaching their goal of playing their sport at the collegiate level. This work begins when a student enters upper school at grade 9 and above.
Testimonials
- KJ Osborn IMG Academy Alumnus
- Nick Saban Alabama Football Head CoachI think they have good coaches, and they do a great job with player development.
- John Crist Football Writer[College football] championships are built on recruiting, and no high school program in America has more stars than IMG Academy. Almost overnight, it has become the most important recruiting ground in the country. - Member of the Football Writers Association of America
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