Our Story
Next Academy was founded by Lauren Holiday and Tamba Samba, two passionate individuals who grew up playing travel soccer for Ben Davis Spirit. With a shared vision to provide aspiring young athletes with the same opportunities they had, they are committed to rejuvenating travel soccer on the Westside. Tamba, a former D1 soccer player at the University of Notre Dame, combines his athletic prowess with entrepreneurial skills, while Lauren, a World Cup winner and Olympic gold medalist, brings her wealth of experience and dedication to the mission. Together, they aim to pave the way for the next generation of talented athletes.