Partnership Proposal · Prepared for Players Sports Academy

Flexible online academics for ambitious middle & high school student-athletes.

SAI Academy proposes a turnkey partnership with Players Sports Academy: an accredited school delivered right into PSA, so your athletes can train and study under one roof. This proposal outlines how the program works, what PSA provides, and what SAI brings — with simple per-student pricing.

For Student-Athletes

  • Train in the morning, study when it works for you.
  • Stay NCAA-eligible with a rigorous, accredited curriculum that fits your schedule.
  • Rolling admissions — start anytime.

For Parents

  • Give your child an elite education built for athletes.
  • Personalized attention, real mentorship, and flexible learning options — all preparing them for college and life.
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Academic & club partners worldwide — including MLS organizations
The Proposal

Top sports training meets top academics, under one PSA roof

We propose adding a turnkey academic arm to Players Sports Academy. SAI would deliver a rigorous, flexible education right into the PSA environment — so your athletes stay on track in the classroom while chasing their goals on the field, and PSA becomes a full academy.

What PSA brings

Elite Player Development

  • Professional coaching & competitive training
  • The PSA facility & classroom / office space
  • A pro pathway via the Wolverhampton Wanderers (Wolves) partnership
  • 20+ years & a trusted 501(c)(3) community in Loudoun County

PSA keeps doing what it's done since 2005 — developing athletes.

What SAI brings

🎓 The Full Academy

  • Complete accredited academic program (grades 4–8)
  • Choice of virtual-only or on-site staffed delivery
  • NCAA-approved curriculum & college counseling
  • Enrollment, admissions & family support handled

Turnkey academics — SAI runs the school end-to-end.

Day in the Life

A day in the life at PSA × SAI

1

Train on the Field

Arrive early and train on the field or turf with PSA's professional coaching staff — peak hours, fresh legs.

2

Gym & Mindset

Head to the gym and mindset-training area to sharpen the off-the-field skills that set great athletes apart.

3

Recharge

Break, clean up, and lunch — time to relax and recharge before the afternoon.

4

Academics

Afternoon sessions focused on academics. With hundreds of courses — AP, Honors, and Dual Enrollment — we've got you covered.

SAI has been a game changer for DME Academy, Sarasota. They handle all the academics, support our growth, and have helped us grow from 6 to 36 in just two years. From a unique offering perspective to an impactful revenue line, DME couldn't be happier.
Jared AntistaCEO / GM · DME Academy, Sarasota
The Proof

From SAI's classroom to the World Cup

The model works. SAI Academy graduate Alex Freeman went from student-athlete to the United States Men's National Team — proof of where elite academics and training together can lead.

Alex Freeman — SAI Academy grad, USMNT #16 Defender, 2026 FIFA World Cup

Alex Freeman '23 · #16 Defender · SAI Academy Grad · USMNT Call-Up · 2026 FIFA World Cup

College Commitments

Where our grads go

SAI Academy graduates have earned their place at colleges and universities across the country.

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The Difference

Traditional school vs. PSA × SAI

For the student-athlete
Traditional School
PSA × SAI Academy
Training & class times
Constantly collide
Built to fit together
Travel & tournaments
Miss class, fall behind
Study anywhere, stay on track
NCAA eligibility
Generic guidance
Tracked & supported
School + training location
Two places, long days
One campus at PSA
Academic support
One-size-fits-all
Personalized 1:1 coaching
About SAI Academy

Proven results. Professional pathways.

SAI Academy is an accredited school built for athletes — "Cultivating Champions for Professional Success." Its graduates don't just stay eligible; they move on to top universities and the professional ranks.

Class of 2026

Graduated at Q2 Stadium

SAI hosted its 2026 commencement deep in the heart of Texas at Austin FC's Q2 Stadium — a pro-level celebration for its graduates.

Top Universities

College-bound alumni

SAI graduates head to the nation's top universities, backed by NCAA eligibility tracking, scholarship guidance, and admissions support.

NCAA

Approved & accredited

Every course meets NCAA eligibility standards — so a PSA athlete's academics count toward playing at the next level.

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Accredited & globally recognized

SAI's private academic curriculum is powered by Edmentum's EdOptions Academy, fully accredited by Cognia and WASC — ensuring students receive high-quality, globally recognized coursework aligned with national academic standards.

SAI Academy's Club & MLS Partners
DC United
Orlando City SC
Chicago Fire FC
Austin FC
San Jose Earthquakes
GGS Soccer Academy
Coming SoonPlayers Sports Academy
Pricing Model

Simple, per-student pricing

We propose a transparent per-student rate that scales with enrollment — the more PSA athletes join, the better the rate. Structured to work for PSA families and for PSA as an organization.

Starter · 1–10 students
Virtual-only$9,500/student
With on-site staff$12,000/student
Per enrolled student, to SAI
Best Value
Growth · 11–20 students
Virtual-only$8,000/student
With on-site staff$10,500/student
Per enrolled student, to SAI
Academy · 21+ students
Virtual-only$7,500/student
With on-site staff$9,500/student
Per enrolled student, to SAI

Pricing is per enrolled student, paid to SAI, and improves as PSA enrollment grows — delivered virtual-only or with staff on-site.

Full Partner Kit

Get the full partner PDF

Enter your email and we’ll unlock the complete SAI × PSA partnership proposal — program, proof, pricing, and next steps — as a shareable PDF.

Next Steps

Let's bring SAI to PSA

We'd love to walk the PSA team through the program, tailor the model to your locations, and set a launch timeline. Reach out and we'll take it from there.

Shamini Ghay
Chief Executive Officer · SAI Academy
Email S.ghay@saiacademy.com