THE BRADENTON ACADEMICS

   The Bradenton Academics participate in the Premier Development League (PDL) of the United Soccer Leagues.  The team consists primarily of alumni from the IMG Soccer Academy and is coached by IMG Soccer Academy Director and former Tampa Bay Mutiny Assistant Coach, Tom Durkin.  The Academics serve as a continuing commitment to the development of IMG Soccer Academy players after the completion of their high school career.   The Academics are a member of the 10+ Club in USL Hall of Fame. This Club consist of Franchises that have survived for at least 10 years.