A look at the Lincoln Football Academy History
In June 2019, the vision came to life in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. The academy launched in Colleyville, Texas, with a focus on providing high-quality, development-focused soccer training. What began with a single 2006 boys team quickly grew to include 2004 and 2009 boys teams. By the end of the year, Lincoln FC had become a respected name in the local soccer community.
Lincoln FC expanded to over 100 youth players ranging from 2013 to 2004 birth years. The club competed in leagues such as Plano Premier, Regional Premier League, and Classic League, earning recognition through tournament victories including the Texas State Cup and other prestigious competitions. This period marked a surge in both coaching talent and player development.
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The foundation of Lincoln Football Academy’s identity was born overseas in Gibraltar, a small nation off the southern tip of Spain. It was here that the inspiration for our name and vision took root through connections to top-tier European football. With influence drawn from competition in UEFA Champions League, Europa League, FIFA World Cup, and UEFA EURO qualifiers, the seeds of what would become LFA were planted in elite football culture.
Pictured is Bardon playing on the Gibraltar National Team (top left and bottom right #17) and Lincoln Red Imps (bottom left).
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- 2019-22
Shortly after, in April 2023, the organization was rebranded to Lincoln Football Academy to reflect its renewed focus on individual player development and professional-level training across the DFW area. In August 2023, Lincoln Football Academy united with Superbia Football, an independent training company that shared LFA’s mission and values.
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Lincoln Football Academy continues to set the standard for youth soccer development in North Texas. With roots in elite global football and a relentless focus on player growth, LFA now delivers high-performance training, competitive program pathways, and a supportive environment where players can thrive on and off the field.
Our mission remains the same: To inspire, develop, and elevate every player who walks through our doors
"I am incredibly proud and honored to have such an important role in so many youth players lives. My passion is to see these young players grow into amazing people through the game of soccer."
- Anthony Bardon
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In DeIn March 2023, Lincoln FC officially partnered with Solar SC—one of the top youth soccer clubs in the country. This strategic partnership provided players with access to elite-level platforms and elevated training environments.
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