PANHANDLE SOCCER
ROAD TO PRO ACADEMY
Developing Players. Developing People. Building the Future.
Our Mission
At Panhandle Soccer Road to Pro, our mission is to provide student-athletes with an environment where academic excellence, elite soccer development, character, and personal growth come together.
We believe young athletes should not have to choose between pursuing their soccer dreams and receiving a quality education. Our homeschool program is designed to give players the structure, flexibility, and support they need to succeed both in the classroom and on the field.
Through purposeful training, individualized academic support, competitive opportunities, and daily mentorship, we strive to develop disciplined, confident, responsible, and resilient young people who are prepared for the next level of soccer and, more importantly, for life beyond the game.
Our goal is simple:
Develop the player. Educate the student. Build the person. Prepare for the future.
Meet Your Instructors
Ryan Goldsmith
Founder & Director of Coaching | Panhandle Soccer Road to Pro
Ryan represented the Republic of Ireland at the underage international level, earning 14 international caps.
Following his international experience, Ryan continued his playing career at the professional level with Cobh Ramblers, gaining firsthand experience in a professional football.
Ryan went on to compete in NCAA Division I soccer at California State University, Bakersfield, where he continued to develop as a player while competing against some of the highest-level collegiate programs in the United States.
Coach Ryan "Our goal isn't simply to create better soccer players. It's to develop better people who are prepared to succeed wherever life takes them."
Josh Steele
Emmett is a detail-oriented instructor who’s spent the past decade helping people develop new tools, habits, and mindsets. Their approach is clear, practical, and always infused with curiosity and care.
Jake McCelland
Eleanor's background spans education, coaching, and creative development. With a strong focus on process and progress, Eleanor helps learners move from where they are to where they want to be—one step at a time.
Available Plans
5 days a week (Full academic calendar)
8:30–9:00 AM — Arrival & Check-In
Players arrive, prepare for the day, and get settled.9:30–11:30 AM — Soccer Training
High-level technical and tactical training focused on individual and team development.11:45 AM–12:15 PM — Lunch
12:30–3:00 PM — Academics & Tutoring
Dedicated academic time, tutoring, assignments, and educational support.3:15 PM — Departure / Pickup
Choose Your 3 Days (Full academic calendar)
8:30–9:00 AM — Arrival & Check-In
Players arrive, prepare for the day, and get settled.9:30–11:30 AM — Soccer Training
High-level technical and tactical training focused on individual and team development.11:45 AM–12:15 PM — Lunch
12:30–3:00 PM — Academics & Tutoring
Dedicated academic time, tutoring, assignments, and educational support.3:15 PM — Departure / Pickup
Training only (Full academic calendar)
9:00— 9:15 AM — Arrival & Check-In
Players arrive, prepare for the day, and get settled.9:30–11:30 AM — Soccer Training
High-level technical and tactical training focused on individual and team development.11:30-11:45 AM — Parent pickup
Contact Us
Whether you have a question, an idea, feel free to reach out—we’re here to help.