Where We Began
For the first time, professional Caribbean footballers from different islands came together in St. Croix to stand as role models for our youth. What started as a single match became a community moment: the field lit up, families filled the sidelines, and young people saw that their dreams were possible.
Building from the Ground Up
We began on the fields of St. Croix, offering training sessions that quickly grew into community gatherings. As more youth came forward, the mission expanded naturally: create a place where young players could develop as athletes and as people without leaving their roots behind.
We listened to families, collaborated with local leaders, and built trust through consistency, mentorship, and care.
A Future Built on Purpose
Imala’s future is anchored in intention. Our goal is simple: create a place where young athletes can live, learn, and train with consistency, support, and opportunity.
The residential academy is a campus designed for growth, rooted in family and community, and built to give our youth the structure they deserve close to home. Every step forward honors where we come from and strengthens the path for those who will follow.
Our focus remains steady: create access, deepen community impact, and open doors for young people who deserve to see how far their abilities can take them. The work continues — one player, one program, one island at a time.
What Comes Next
And as we grow, we strengthen the connections between our islands and expand the global presence of the Caribbean.
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***Beautiful Game ~ Arts & Athletics : March 21
***Spring Training ~ St. Croix : April 25 - May 9
***One to One Million - Slow Down Dinner ~ Sion Farm Distillery : May 2
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***Imala Academy clinic ~ St.Croix, VI December 4-15, 2023
***Imala Academy Charity Game ~ St. Croix, VI December 5, 2023
***Justin Wine Dinner & Fundraiser ~ St. Croix, VI December 6, 2023
***Sedi-CASE Winter Summit & Governors Cup ~ St. Croix, VI December 7 - 10, 2023
***Secrets in the Garden - Fundraiser for Phase One ~ March 9, 2024
***Beach Training - Saturday Morning Sessions ~ June 15, 2024 - July 6, 2024
***Summer Sessions - Training Girls Only ~ June 17, 2024 - July 3, 2024
***Summer Kick-Off Lady Rovers - Volunteer ~ June 20, 2024 - June 23, 2024
***Coquito Fest - Sponsor Toy Drive ~ December 14, 2024 & 2025
***Fundable Founders - Program Ambassador ~ July 18, 2025
***This is My Voice -Arts & Athletics Mentorship ~ October 23-24, 2025
***Winter Camp ~ December 20, 2025 - January 3, 2026
***Beautiful Game Arts & Athletics Mentorship ~ March 21 - 24, 2026
***Cocktails & Conversation ~ March 22, 2026