world cup

summeR Skills

series

Join us this summer for a fun, high-energy soccer experience inspired by some of the world’s top soccer nations and players! Each week, players, born 2018 through High School, will train through skills and activities themed around a different World Cup country, while learning about the stars, style, music, and culture that make each nation unique.

Weekly Themes

June 8 – USA(World Cup Host Nation)
Featuring: Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, Tyler Adams
Coach Spotlight: Mauricio Pochettino

June 15 – France(#1 FIFA Ranked)
Featuring: Kylian Mbappé, Ousmane Dembélé, Michael Olise
Coach Spotlight: Didier Deschamps

June 29 – Spain(#2 FIFA Ranked)
Featuring: Lamine Yamal, Pedri, Rodri
Coach Spotlight: Luis de la Fuente

July 6 – Argentina(#3 FIFA Ranked)
Featuring: Lionel Messi, Julián Álvarez, Nico Paz
Coach Spotlight: Lionel Scaloni

July 13 – England(#4 FIFA Ranked)
Featuring: Harry Kane, Kobbie Mainoo, Cole Palmer
Coach Spotlight: Thomas Tuchel

July 27 – Brazil(#6 FIFA Ranked & Teo’s Home Country!)
Featuring: Vinícius Júnior, Matheus Cunha, João Pedro
Coach Spotlight: Carlo Ancelotti

Session Information

📍 Location: Will Baker Park
📅 Mondays This Summer
💲 Cost: $120 for all 6 sessions or $90 for 4 sessions.

Session Times

5:30–6:30 PM
Players born 2018–2016 (subject to adjustment)

6:30–7:30 PM
Players born 2015–High School (subject to adjustment)

Coaching Staff

Training sessions will be led by Luther College Head Men’s Soccer Coach Chris Garcia-Prats and staff.

Come train, compete, and celebrate the world’s game all summer long!

Registration is now open until May 31st, 2026.

Minimum of 30 Players registered is required. Less than 30 will result in program cancellation.

coach CHris Garcia-Prats

Chris Garcia-Prats is the Head Men's Soccer Coach and Assistant Athletic Director at Luther College, where he has led the program since 2008. Under his leadership, the Norse have earned multiple conference titles and NCAA Tournament appearances, including two Elite 8 finishes. A three-time Regional Coach of the Year, Chris has coached numerous All-Americans and all-conference players. He also coaches with Decorah United during the Spring and Fall seasons and is excited to lead the Summer Skills Series this year.