About
Soccer Sidekicks
Meet The Founder
Ben Clark
Coach Ben Clark is the CEO of Soccer Sidekicks. Originally from England, he came to the U.S. on a soccer scholarship, earning All-American honors before moving on to a professional career.
Ben played professionally in the U.S. with the New York Red Bulls, Pittsburgh Riverhounds, Western Massachusetts, and Wilmington Hammerheads before continuing his career in Europe with FC Korsholm and VPS in Finland.
As a coach, Ben brings extensive experience at all levels of the game. He spent five years on the coaching staff of NCAA Division II National Champions, Wingate University (NC), before founding North Georgia United Soccer Club in 2012. At just 27, he became one of the youngest Executive Directors of a youth soccer club in Georgia, leading the organization’s growth and development. Soccer has been Ben’s passion and career since childhood, allowing him to compete around the world at the highest levels and learn from some of the best in the sport. Now, as the leader of Soccer Sidekicks, he is committed to sharing his knowledge and experience with the next generation of players while continuing to grow the game in Atlanta.
Soccer Sidekicks takes great pride in introducing soccer in a fun, age-specific manner to young children. The program’s goal is to instill a love of the sport in every child, providing an engaging and supportive environment that fosters confidence, creativity, and skill development.
Meet The Founder
Ben Clark
Coach Ben Clark is the CEO of Soccer Sidekicks. Originally from England, he came to the U.S. on a soccer scholarship, earning All-American honors before moving on to a professional career.
Ben played professionally in the U.S. with the New York Red Bulls, Pittsburgh Riverhounds, Western Massachusetts, and Wilmington Hammerheads before continuing his career in Europe with FC Korsholm and VPS in Finland.
As a coach, Ben brings extensive experience at all levels of the game. He spent five years on the coaching staff of NCAA Division II National Champions, Wingate University (NC), before founding North Georgia United Soccer Club in 2012. At just 27, he became one of the youngest Executive Directors of a youth soccer club in Georgia, leading the organization’s growth and development. Soccer has been Ben’s passion and career since childhood, allowing him to compete around the world at the highest levels and learn from some of the best in the sport. Now, as the leader of Soccer Sidekicks, he is committed to sharing his knowledge and experience with the next generation of players while continuing to grow the game in Atlanta.
Soccer Sidekicks takes great pride in introducing soccer in a fun, age-specific manner to young children. The program’s goal is to instill a love of the sport in every child, providing an engaging and supportive environment that fosters confidence, creativity, and skill development.
Future Vision
My vision for the future of Soccer Sidekicks envisions the business leading as the premier youth soccer enrichment program across the U.S., making high-quality, engaging soccer education accessible to children nationwide. By transforming Soccer Sidekicks into a thriving franchise model, we aim to empower passionate coaches and entrepreneurs to bring the program to their local communities. The goal is to create a nationwide network of Soccer Sidekicks locations, ensuring that young players everywhere can experience the joy of soccer while developing essential life skills. Through strategic partnerships, innovative curriculum enhancements, and a commitment to excellence, Soccer Sidekicks is dedicated to building a legacy that inspires the next generation of confident, skilled, and enthusiastic young athletes.”
Ben Clark,
Founder, Soccer Sidekicks
