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HFCA star player Vibol being interviewed with Coach Makara Meas looking on. Image Scott Rotzoll
HFCA's team with our close partner CJ Coaching's team also joined this elite event. Image Scott Rotzoll.
HFCA (in white and red) up against CJ Coaching (all black) in the group phase. Image Scott Rotzoll
U14 player of the tournament with Elite Soccer Coaching's John McFarlane & Christopher Grant. Image Elite Soccer Coaching
“The LALIGA tournament gave our young people an unforgettable taste of professionalism and possibility — an experience that will stay with them long after the final whistle.” Brett White, HFCA Director of Football
HFCA's team all came from our NGO partner CCF (Cambodian Children's Fund) and were coached by former CCF student & current HFCA Coaching staff Makara Meas. Our team played five matches on the day including a memorable match against our partner CJ Coaching Cambodia.
"Elite Soccer Coaching is delighted to confirm that in 2026, the tournament will continue to grow, with more teams and additional age categories being introduced. This expansion will ensure that the LALIGA Youth Tournament Cambodia is accessible to as many young players as possible."John McFarlane, General Manager, Elite Soccer Coaching Cambodia
Grant continued "Having HFCA involved was especially meaningful for Elite Soccer Coaching, as it reinforces our belief that football should be accessible to everyone and that development opportunities should extend beyond traditional pathways."
Spanish LALIGA open operations in Cambodia
HFCA's U14 Boys team from our Phnom Penh program were thrilled to join the inaugural LALIGA Youth Tournament Cambodia which was hosted by Elite Coaching Cambodia in early December last year.
"Bringing LALIGA to Cambodia is something we are genuinely proud of, as it gives young players exposure to an internationally recognised football culture and helps raise the overall standard of youth development in the country" said Christopher Grant, Founder/Managing Director of Elite Soccer Coaching Cambodia
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