Testimonials

Dan Gaspar Former Portugal Goalkeeper National Staff

"If you are looking at maximizing your potential in Goalkeeper Development seeking a program which consists of passion and intensity and a high standard of learning then John Moreira, a USSF National Goalkeeper Licensed Coach and Eurostar Goalkeeper Academy has the program specifically designed for every age and ability."

Dan Gaspar- Former Portugal Goalkeeper National Staff, Former FC Porto GK Coach, Former Sporting Lisbon Goalkeeper Coach

Dean

John,
I have been meaning to send this email for some time. I cannot express enough how impressed I am with the keeper training that you are providing at Eurostars.
I had initial trepidations about spending the money on an academy as I was concerned with the coach to keeper ratio and the impact that has on the quality of the training. The four girls that we have there are in very good hands with your coaching staff and they all look forward to the sessions every week.
As you are aware, all too often it is a position that does not get the specific training that it requires.
Personally, I have been involved with keeper training for over 20 years and I have yet to see something of the quality that your academy provides. Rest assured I will continue to commit my keepers to your program as well as extol the values of it to the other coaches at our club.

Well done and thank you!

North Mississauga S.C.
Vice President
Coach - Girls U11 A

Justine Bernier

John Moreria teaches the game as he lives his life, with passion and intensity. He passes this passion and intensity onto his students as he demands nothing but your personal best and will not yield until you reach it. Through high intensity training, John pushed me outside my comfort zone which enable to learn more. John instilled a passion for the game in me years ago that still affects my everyday life. John was the first to show me that the game of soccer was more than a sport; it is a way of life. You must breath it...dream it, and train everyday like it's the World Cup.
Without this constant strive for perfection I would never have proceeded in the game of soccer, as well as gain a life long love for the game. When I first began my training with John I couldn't do a summersault and I dove like a sack of potatoes. It took time, trust, consistency and lots of hours training in a high intensity atmosphere to gain the tools I needed to move on to the next level. John covers all aspects of goalkeeping starting from the ground up which is essential, especially in young goalkeepers, as what seem to be innocent habits could turn into game altering mistakes. John picks out these imperfections and fixes them. Thus giving the goalkeeper the confidence that they are playing the position correctly and the reassurance that they can do it, they can make the big save and be the hero.
John gave me great confidence and I will never forget the endless hours training in the heat, rain and mud. No matter what I come across in my career, those memories will always stick out in my mind, as they played a key role in getting me to where I am today. I thank you for teaching me the techniques and the requirements to succeed in the game, the memories I will have forever, but mostly, the passion that you coach with everyday that passion that you have passed on to me.

Rebecca, Richmond Hill U12 'A'

Since I started training with John, people have been asking my parents and I the same question. Where do you train? We simply answer 'John Moreira's Eurostar Goalkeeper Academy.' Over the period of one year, I have gone from a 'B' goalkeeper to a Premier goalkeeper, the highest level in my age group. John always gives us new challenges, and this is what makes his training exciting and unique. Thanks to John, I have had great success.

Nicholas ' Kleinburg Nobleton Soccer Club U12

Over the past year, John Moreira and his staff at Eurostar Goalkeeper Academy have helped me and continue to help me become a confident goalkeeper. John has helped me improve my techniques and my skills which have brought out my strengths as a keeper. John has taught me things no other goalie coach can teach me, that a soccer ball is not only filled with air but it is also filled with my dreams and hopes of becoming a professional goalkeeper. Thank you John.

Amanda John

I started training with John and the Eurostar Academy about two years ago. As soon as I started to train with Eurostar I realized that John's coaching was what I needed to help bring me to the next level, and help me to go farther with soccer. John and his coaching staff helped me to improve my technique and bring up my fitness level, and I moved up from training with the Elite group to the Advanced group. When I decided that I wanted to continue to play soccer at university I knew that it would be possible with the help of John. His passion and knowledge gave me the discipline I needed to focus and train harder. I moved up from playing on an elite level team to playing OYSL last summer, and made two showcase teams; the St. Catherines Jets and CTSA. I started to get interest from some universities, and found one that was a perfect fit. In August of this year I'll be heading to Mercyhurst College in Erie Pennsylvania. It's an NCAA DII school; the team won their conference this year and finished in the Elite Eight. The coach is planning for me to be the starting goalkeeper this season. I owe a lot to John and Eurostar Goalkeeper Academy, as I know that their hard work and passion gave me the skills to make this all happen.

Joseph Kuta

I would like to thank John Moreira and the rest of Eurostar Goalkeeper Acadamy for training me and helping me get to where I am today. I was recently in Italy for a trial with AS Roma. It was something I will never forget. The people in Italy live and breath soccer. Everywhere you go, you are likely to see or hear something related to the game. Also training in the AS Roma facility was amazing. Seeing all the skilled players, and knowing that I was training in the same place as the actual team is one of the highlights of my life. I hope I can continue with AS Roma and go through their system. I have always been a fan of Italian soccer, but thanks to Eurostar I have gone beyond being a fan, I have trained and played the game there.

Marcel DeBellis- Erin Mills Eagles Boys U15 'A'

I would like to thank John Moreira for helping me be who I am today as a goalkeeper. He has a great passion in teaching the game of soccer at all levels and as result he has given me the same passion for this great sport. I've been training with John for over two years now and he has brought my physical and technical abilities to a much higher level then I would have ever imagined. His dedication in teaching me has brought me to play at the highest possible level. He has also taught me to believe in myself and play with more confidence.
I would like to thank you for everything that you have done for me and I know you can push me the extra step to be even better. John I will always remember you when I go big.

Kristina Terpoy - Erin Mills Eagles Girls U 15 'A'

Training with Eurostar Goalkeeper Academy under the direction of John Moreira has given me the chance to identify, understand and learn the goalkeeper position. Eurostar has given me the confidence to play in my position that I can bring out everytime I step onto a field. The high intensity sessions make for a positive fun atmosphere to train in, which keeps goalkeepers of every age coming back for more. Through training with EGA and its trainers, I have become successful in my position and I can confidently say that most of my success is because of this phenominal academy. Eurostar has taught me great respect for soccer, the position of goalkeeper and myself.

Ashely Mercuri - Mississauga Falcons Girls U15

Eurostar Goalkeeper Academy and John Moreira's training sessions are the best things that have ever happened to me, athletics wise. John's training tactics and specialized drills make the session both challenging and fun at the same time. He has helped me correct many of my bad habits and has given me the confidence to be the goalie I am today. If you ever want to train with the best, you wont be training with anyone other than John.

DJ 'Pascale' Mercuri

It really says something about a coach if none of his players ever want to leave. John's energy and intensity combine to make a hi-energy practice where you always feel like you belong, even if you're new to the camp. Training with John helps incorporate game-speed drills and situations so that you are ready for what ever comes your way in a game. John is the greatest coach I've ever had. Thank you.

Justine Bernier, Oakville Soccer Club/ U16

Eurostar Goalkeeper Academy is a fantastic way to challenge yourself. Aside from the high intensity, it is also an extremely rewarding clinic. I have attended many goalkeeper clinics and I have not seen such a drastic improvement as I have in this program. Not only do the exercises better you as a goalkeeper, but they also give you a better understanding of the game and a deeper passion for it. I am deeply looking forward to attending many more of John Moreira's exciting and rewarding goalkeeper clinics and I am thankful for the opportunity.

#1 Cameron McKay - Grand View College NAIA

"John Moreira's knowledge and hard training helped me become a better keeper and develop my confidence. For any young keeper with serious ambitions for the game I would recommend John's services, his training will help push you to the next level. I wouldn't be where I am today if my career didn't cross paths with john. Thanks John."

Dan Gaspar

If you are looking at maximizing your development while training in a highly motivated, competitive environment where the trainers are dedicated and passionate about Goalkeeping, then Euro Star Goalkeeper Academy is the place in Canada to go to. John has worked for Star Goalkeeper Academy in the past and has demonstrated a passion for Goalkeeping development. It is important to develop in an environment which is fun and rewarding where each goalkeeper can aspire to be the best they can be. That is why I endorse Euro Star Goalkeeper Academy.

Connor Tenaschuk, 10 y.o.

I had heard about the Eurostar Goalkeeper Academy from a coach in Connor's league. He warned me about the hard training and how tough John was on everyone. Even though Connor was apprehensive at first, let me tell you that Connor can not wait take Coach John's next program of instruction. "John Moreira is the best coach of any sport I am involved in."( Connor's direct quote to me. Connor also swims competitively for Mississauga) He is tough but fair. His drills are amazing. His academy is not only high energy throughout but VERY positive in its approach to all athletes. John works with each athlete providing both critique and compliments, concurrently, during their training throughout the session. Thanks John for your well-intentioned tutelage and growth of my son, Connor. We hope to see you soon!

Rebecca - Oakville Raiders, 93

"What time is it?"....."Now!"''
"Where are we?"'' "Here!"''
"Who are we?"''"Goalkeepers!"
That is the first thing that I learned at Eurostar in May 2005. That was a year and a half ago. Since then I have been consistently training with John and his colleagues. Although it has been a pleasure to know John, but that is not why we go back for more training all the time. I go back because of the quality instruction. The level of intensity is very high, but everybody can handle it. What we learn from each instructor is the same, so there are no mix ups.

Over the past year, I have improved as a keeper. I have gone from a Rep B team at my own age group, to a Premier team a year up. I would not have improved this much if it had not have been for the Eurostar Goalkeeping Academy.

On October 14th, 2006, I was present for the opening of Eurostar's partnership with Locust. Craig Forest was there and all of us had a blast. Locust was very generous for they gave us goalie gloves, a jersey, and a t-shirt. It was a great experience and I wish more people could have been there to experience it themselves. Before coming to Eurostar my husband and I were looking for Goalie training. We tried many different places. Then we found Eurostar! Our daughter has been training with Eurostar for a year and a half. We can see a huge difference in her skills and confidence as a goaltender. John and his staff have very high standards and the students rise to these standards.

Charlie & Dan Craig

On Saturday October 14, 2006 Eurostar joined with Locust as a sponsor for his Academy. Mike Rene Krog the CEO of Locust gave all the goalies a goalie jersey, a t-shirt and a pair of gloves. What a pleasant surprise to receive gloves. Our daughter was so pleased. Creating Champions was the logo on the t-shirt. I thought how fitting that this logo represents both Locus and Eurostar. Eurostar does create Champion Goalies. He has trained many students that have scholarships in the States, play professionally and are winning at the provincial level. At Eurostar the students train hard and the results are significant. Our daughter now plays a year up at a very high level. We have every confidence in John and his staff, and recommend Eurostar to any person looking for the best goalie training available.

Julian Hearts - azzurri 96

John is a great part of my life because he teaches me everything that I didn't know about being a goalie I hope I can be just as good as John when I grow up

Dan Gaspar

Nicholas, U13 Oakville Predators

John you and your coaches have given me the strength and determination to reach for my dreams. John you have helped me believe I can do anything I set my mind to. Your goalie training sessions are hard work but also a lot of fun. Thank you for believing in me.

Anna Gulli

Our son is in his second year of training with Euro Star Goalkeeper Academy. The coaches with John Moreira have a strong passion for teaching young goalkeepers. Everyone is friendly and professional. It is a pleasure to watch John with his students. John motivates and inspires all his students to work hard and never give up. It takes a certain kind of person to be a soccer goalie and John Moreira and his staff give each and everyone of their keepers the desire to play this crazy position.

Kim Blake

Ben came from Halifax where there has been limited experience for him to have high level goalie training. Ben's visit to Toronto was outstanding and gave him the enthusiasm he needed to keep being inspired by soccer. Ben has been telling everyone about meeting and training with Craig and this was certainly a highlight to the weekend. John has been especially considerate in returning all my calls and emails ever since I contacted him. I was amazed with John's ability to get Ben over to Toronto at very short notice and organize the long weekend. Ben is looking forward to going to try out in Connecticut later this fall and I would have no hesitation to pay for another Toronto training session with John and Craig

Chris Prouting

It was an awesome event, I learned a lot from the trainers (Jerry and John). The trainers were very experienced and made the session a lot of fun. I was very sore after the training, what a workout! I am looking forward to coming back for more sessions, it is very professional