Houston Kickers FC

Built to Develop Individual Players

A selective, development-first club where opportunities are earned by players, not teams. Developing players to be promoted to the MLS NEXT Level.

Built for the Committed

Houston Kickers Football Club

A brand-new, selective youth soccer club in West Houston built from the ground up for serious player development. We’re assembling our inaugural roster — U6-U13 age groups with an 11-month development cycle and a clear MLS NEXT pathway. No inherited politics. No legacy systems. Just elite coaching.

Meet

Our Staff

Raffi Gregorian

Director of Coaching

Michael Cusack

Head Coach

DIANA DEUTSCH

HEAD COACH OF JUNIORS PROGRAM

Why HK FC

Not for Everyone.
For the Right Ones.

Individual-First Development

Smaller club. Personalized attention. We build strong individual players because opportunities are earned by players, not teams.

Opportunities are earned by players, not teams.

No Politics. No Layers.

No corporate bureaucracy. No politics. Direct coaching and development focus. Built for players.

Built for players.

11-Month Development Cycle

While others stop at 9 months, we train 11. Continuous development means continuous improvement. No off-season regression.

2 more months than traditional clubs.

MLS NEXT PREPARATION

A serious development track built for players aiming at the next level. We prepare players for MLS NEXT-level competition — technically, tactically, and mentally.

Your pathway to elite competition.

Our Approach

The HK Methodology

Four pillars that drive every session, every decision, and every player's growth.

1

Technical Execution

Ball Mastery & Skills Under Pressure

Dribbling
Turning
First Touch / Receiving
Passing
Finishing / Ball Striking
Shielding / Protecting
Tackling
Dominating 1v1 Duels
Scanning
Ambidexterity
Heading**

2

Tactical Understanding

Game Understanding & Decision-Making

Positional Awareness
Body Orientation
Proactive Decision-Making / Speed of Play
Build From The Back
Breaking Lines
Dribble to Attrack Pressure – Create Overload
Switching The Point of Attack
Combination Play
Movement to Support
Counterpressing
Escaping the Regain Zone

3

Mental Attributes

Growth Mindset & Winning Mentality

Confidence
Work Rate / Effort
Focus
Competitiveness
Emotional Control
Accountability
Coachability
Leadership
Teamwork
Bravery/Courage
Communication

4

Physical Qualities

Movement Skills & Fitness

Pace
Coordination
Expolosive First Step – Acceleration
Agility / Change of Direction – Deecceleration
Strength in Duels
Endurance

Testimonials

What Parents Say

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Mauricio Gerbasi
6 reviews 3 photos
4 months ago

This was a great experience. The service was excellent and everything was exactly as expected.

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Patrick Biglarians
9 reviews 10 photos
4 months ago

This was a great experience. The service was excellent and everything was exactly as expected.

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Ian Johnston
3 reviews photos
4 months ago

This was a great experience. The service was excellent and everything was exactly as expected.

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Ellen Winstead
14 reviews 2 photos
4 months ago

This was a great experience. The service was excellent and everything was exactly as expected.

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Penny Yang
1 reviews photos
4 months ago

This was a great experience. The service was excellent and everything was exactly as expected.

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Cameron Patterson
1 reviews photos
4 months ago

This was a great experience. The service was excellent and everything was exactly as expected.

Programs

HK Training

Development-focused training designed to build technically strong, well-rounded players.

Group Sessions

Small team-based training with individual focus. Every session is structured to develop technically superior players.

Private Sessions

1:1 sessions tailored to each player and designed for accelerated skill development.

Intensive

HK Camps

Short-term, high-intensity soccer camps designed to push players beyond their comfort zone. Focused skill development, competitive environments, and mindset training that help players grow faster and perform with confidence.

Join HK Training

Upcoming Programs & Registration

Spots are limited. Secure your place in our development programs.

Group Sessions

SMALL GROUP TRAININGS

Private Sessions

1:1 Skill Acceleration

Camps

HK Summer Camp 1: Price - $165 Club member price - $125

June 8-12, 2026, 8:00–10:30 am

2015–2017

1656 Blalock

HK Summer Camp 2: Price - $165 Club member price - $125

June 22-26, 2026, 8:00–10:30 am

2015–2017

1656 Blalock

Set It Live

Real Training.
Real Results.

Follow our journey on Instagram. Training sessions, game moments, and player development — all documented.

@houstonkickers

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Partners

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