KIVITV Feature. Made in Idaho: Helping Young Athletes Reach Peak Performance

We’re honored to share that Elite International Soccer Training was recently featured in a Made in Idaho segment on Idaho News 6 (KIVI-TV). Reporter Isaiah Sharp visited our Nampa facility to spotlight what makes Elite different—our commitment to developing the whole athlete through soccer, strength, mindset, and mentorship.

A Look Inside the Feature

In the story, Isaiah captured exactly what we strive for every day at Elite: a place where young athletes are challenged, supported, and pushed to become not only stronger players, but stronger people.

The segment showcased our unique space—a training academy, classroom, and weight room all under one roof—and highlighted the growth we’ve seen since opening in May 2020. Now in our fifth year, we’ve had multiple athletes train with us from youth levels all the way to Division I collegiate soccer. Their hard work is the reason we built this place.

I tried to share what motivates our staff and why we do what we do:

“We do it for the people who have more to give and maybe who aren’t being seen right away, but then they come in and put in the work. We do it so they can be seen and get to the next level.”

And reflect on why we at Elite call Nampa home:

“Giving back to the community that raised me was something we couldn’t picture doing anywhere else.”

The feature also included thoughts from one of our athletes Caden Jackson, whose words meant the world to us:

“I wouldn’t be half the person or athlete I am today without them… this environment has helped me become a great soccer player and human being.”

Hearing athletes express that kind of growth—on and off the field—is exactly why Elite exists.

Thank You, Idaho News 6, and out Athletes

We want to extend a sincere thank-you to Isaiah Sharp and the Idaho News 6 team for taking the time to share our story with the Treasure Valley. Their thoughtful coverage truly captured the heart of our mission.

Most importantly, thank you to our athletes, families, and community for trusting us with your training, your goals, and your dreams. We’re honored to be on this journey with you.