ANB Futbol Inc.

What ANB Futbol Inc. does

ANB Futbol Inc. is a private Canadian youth soccer academy headquartered in Vaughan, Ontario, with training operations based at The Country Day School in King City, Ontario. Founded in 2005 by Bassam Naim as ANB Soccer Inc. and formally launching its academy division in 2007, the organization delivers year-round elite soccer development programs for players aged 5 through 21, structured through a development pyramid that spans Futbolito (ages 5-7), age-group Academy Teams (U7-U21 with minimum 3-4 training sessions per week), women's programs, and a Player Leadership Program. Coaching is delivered by UEFA A, Canadian National A, and Brazilian A licensed staff, with futsal-based winter training, a 3:1 training-to-game ratio, and centralized use of a 60m x 40m domed indoor field enabling 12-month programming. The academy's player outcomes, including drafted or signed alumni at Sheffield United (EPL), Toronto FC (MLS), SM Caen, Le Havre, NK Dinamo Zagreb, Olympique de Marseille, and Canadian national teams, are the central marketing asset.

The business model is built on three revenue streams: recurring subscription-style academy program fees, corporate sponsorship (notably adidas Canada as flagship equipment sponsor), and fees from showcase tours and annual International ID Scouting Camps that host European professional club scouts. Go-to-market is event-driven: open tryouts recruit players for team programs, annual ID camps and showcase tournaments provide exposure to scouts and US/Canadian university coaches via the College Connection Center (access to 5,800 post-secondary institutions and 5,000 coaches), and partnerships with clubs such as SM Caen, Wolverhampton Wanderers, Everton, Le Havre, Dinamo Zagreb, and AJ Auxerre generate international trial opportunities. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and registration is contact-based.

ANB is a founding member of Soccer Academy Alliance Canada (SAAC) and was selected as one of ten inaugural teams in League 1 Ontario in 2014, fielding both men's and women's semi-professional squads in Canada's highest domestic league tier. The company is privately held with no disclosed external funding, no subsidiaries, and no public listing. Distribution is regional (Greater Toronto Area) with international reach limited to scouting, ID camps, and player placement partnerships.

Name

ANB Futbol Inc.

Legal name

ANB Soccer Inc.

Website

https://anbfutbol.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ANB Futbol Inc. is a Canadian private youth soccer academy in King City, Ontario offering year-round elite training for players aged 5-21, annual international ID scouting camps with European club scouts, and men's and women's semi-professional teams in League 1 Ontario.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Soccer Academy Services

NAICS

Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620), Sports Teams and Clubs (711211)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Single-Sport Skill Academies (Soccer, Basketball, Tennis, etc.) (MPAKAJAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth & Scholastic Sports Organizations (K–12, AAU, Club Leagues) (MPAKACAF), Youth Athlete Development & Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) (HSADAEAE)

Keywords

• Youth soccer training
• Player development programs
• Soccer academy teams
• International scouting camps
• Showcase tours

Headquarters

HQ city

Vaughan

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Academy Program Fees: Revenue from youth soccer academy programs including team training, individual skills development, and seasonal registration fees
2. Sponsorship Revenue: Corporate sponsorship arrangements including equipment supplier partnerships (adidas) and financial sponsors
3. Showcase and Tour Programs: Fees from participation in showcase tours, international ID camps, and tournament travel programs

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

ANB Futbol is a youth soccer academy that runs year-round elite player development programs for boys and girls from ages 5 through 21. The academy offers Academy Teams Program training, futsal-based winter skill development, annual International ID Scouting Camps hosting European professional club scouts, US university showcase tours, and field semi-professional men's and women's teams in League 1 Ontario.

Product overview

ANB Futbol Academy is a comprehensive soccer development organization offering a multi-tiered product portfolio centered on the Academy Teams Program for youth players U7-U21. The core offering provides year-round elite training with professional coaches. Supplementary programs include the College Center for scholarship guidance, Player Leadership Program for coaching mentorship, and Futbolito for young children. Annual International ID Scouting Camps connect players with European professional clubs. The organization fields semi-professional League 1 Ontario men's and women's teams and operates US showcase tours for university recruitment. ANB also provides educational content on player development covering technical, tactical, physical, psychological, and social skill development.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Academy Teams Program Year-round elite soccer development program for players U7-U21 with professional coaching on par with international professional club academies; U7-U12 teams train a minimum of 3 times per week and U13-U21 teams train a minimum of 4 times per week.
• Futbolito Program Introductory soccer program for children aged 5-7 using 3v3 or 4v4 small-sided games on reduced fields with no goalkeepers, designed to build fun and positive early soccer experiences.
• ANB Girls Program Female-specific soccer development program including the Junior Girls Program and Development Pyramid for girls, offering year-round training and competitive opportunities.
• International ID Scouting Camp Annual identification camp hosting European professional club coaches and scouts to evaluate Canadian youth talent; held annually since 2009 with clubs including SM Caen, Wolverhampton Wanderers, Everton, Dinamo Zagreb participating.
• US Showcase Tours Showcase tours to US universities and tournaments providing exposure to American college coaches and recruitment opportunities, organized with Rated Sports Recruit for video profiles, SAT prep, and scholarship database services.
• League 1 Ontario Teams Semi-professional men's and women's soccer teams competing in League 1 Ontario, Canada's highest domestic league tier, established as one of ten inaugural teams in 2014.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 70% of showcase players receive letters from US and Canadian universities
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• adidas CanadaflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerAdidas became official supplier for ANB Soccer Academy developmental programs and teams in 2006. Adidas, a worldwide leader in soccer innovation and sponsor of FIFA and MLS, provides equipment sponsorship and supports grassroots soccer in Canada. Sponsorship enables ANB to provide top quality equipment to players.
• 1812 FCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorking relationship with Barrie, Ontario-based organization 1812 FC. Collaboration includes player development and best practices sharing between the two organizations.
• ICM Stellar SportscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional soccer agency representing some of the best soccer athletes globally. Partnership provides player scout/agent services and connections to professional opportunities for ANB players.
• Soccer Academy Alliance Canada (SAAC)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerANB Futbol is a founding member of SAAC, a national organization formed in 2005 representing private soccer academies. SAAC's mission is to develop world-class soccer players in Canada through best-in-class training, facilities, and competition.
• The Country Day SchoolflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerANB Academy operates from The Country Day School in King City, Ontario. ANB signed an indoor facility management agreement with the school, which constructed a domed soccer field (60m x 40m) for year-round training.
• Sports Performance Centres (SPC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial Healthcare Providers for ANB Soccer, SPC provides on-site medical coverage to all training sessions and soccer camps, plus rehabilitation services. SPC also houses a high-performance training center for elite soccer players.
• Italia Shooters Soccer Club (CPSL)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorANB became official youth development program for Italia Shooters (now CPSL) Men's and Women's teams. ANB also trains and coaches the Italia Shooters Women's team in W-CPSL.
• Rated Sports RecruitcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWorking relationship with Rated Sports Recruit Inc. for student athlete marketing. Specialty is showcasing Canadian soccer talent to US university scouts with scholarship assistance programs including video profiles, SAT prep, and database services.
• ScotiabankminorGTM or Marketing PartnerThrough Scotiabank donations, ANB Futbol Academy members distributed hundreds of gently used uniforms and soccer equipment to underprivileged youth soccer clubs in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
• Stade Malherbe Caen (SM Caen)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerLongstanding partnership with French Ligue 1 club. ANB Academy invited to Challenge Jean Pingeon tournament; players like Jason Mills and Emeka Ononye invited for training; ANB teams compete against French professional club youth academies.
• Le Havre ACcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFrench Ligue 1 club considered among top 3 in France for youth development. Damir Rosic signed with Le Havre Youth Formation System. ANB teams participate in training camps at Yerville Training Centre.
• Wolverhampton Wanderers FCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnglish Premier League club youth academy. Multiple ANB players including Jonathan Jebbison, Jackson Tooke invited for trials. Scout Bob Bennett regularly visits ANB for player identification.
• Everton FCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnglish Premier League club. Scout Ian Lavery has worked with ANB Academy. ANB players invited for youth academy trials.
• NK Dinamo ZagrebcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPremier Croatian youth soccer organization. ANB players Mark Rankovic and Jacob Humeniuk invited to youth academy trials.
• AJ AuxerrecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFrench Ligue 1 club. Player Zachary Sukunda invited for training and education scholarship. Scout Guillaume DuMoulin works with ANB for player identification.
• Guyana Women's National TeamminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerANB Academy is official training center in Ontario for Guyana Women's National Team Toronto-based players. Academy Director Bassam Naim served on coaching staff during CONCACAF Women's World Cup Qualifying.
• Viktor Netkal (FIFA Agent)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLicensed FIFA agent serving as player scout/agent for ANB Academy. Former professional player from Ukraine with UEFA A License. Objectives include scouting talent for international placement, US scholarships, and serving as FIFA licensed player agent.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Toronto FC Academy:

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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