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Simon Collins

Simon Collins

Director of Soccer

About Me:

Simon Collins joins IMG Academy from U.S. Youth Soccer, where he served as National League Commissioner. He brings more than three decades of experience to the role, spanning professional play, coaching, and soccer industry leadership.

As National League Commissioner, Collins oversaw a network of leagues and events, launching the Elite 64 league and growing National League participation from 70,000 to 95,000 players. From 2006 to 2021, he held leadership and coaching roles including Technical Director at EDP Soccer, driving league growth across regions like Florida, and Director of Coaching at St. Cloud Soccer Club, where he built youth development programs and international partnerships. Before that, he played professionally from 1990 to 2001, appearing in 237 games for English Football League clubs and overseas.

Experience:

  • National League Commissioner, U.S. Youth Soccer
  • Technical Director, EDP Soccer, 2006 - 2021
  • Director of Coaching, St. Cloud Soccer Club, 2006 - 2021
  • Professional Soccer Player, English Football League clubs & overseas, 1990 - 2001