Landow FC · LJA Soccer
After-School Soccer with Coach Giovanni Russo
Professional soccer training on the LJA field, Monday through Thursday after school, for grades K–5, with a middle-school group for grades 6–8. Open to students from any school — we pick your child up at dismissal.
Sign up for after-school soccer- 4days a week, Mon–Thu
- 4club locations
- Sunleague game day
Meet Coach Giovanni
Director of Soccer Advancement
Giovanni Rosso spent twelve seasons at the top of Israeli soccer and became one of the most beloved foreign players the league has seen. Born in Split, Croatia, he arrived at Hapoel Be'er Sheva in 1996 and never left Israeli football — captaining Hapoel Haifa to its first-ever championship, starring for Maccabi Haifa in the Champions League (including the famous 3–0 over Manchester United), and later playing for Maccabi Tel Aviv.
He was twice named Israel's Player of the Year and won the State Cup, two league titles and the Toto Cup. Since retiring he has worked with young players and as a mental coach at Maccabi Haifa, focusing on confidence, discipline and love of the game.
As LJA's Director of Soccer Advancement, Coach Giovanni brings professional-level training to kindergarten through 8th grade — on campus during the day and after school for the whole community.
How after-school works
Monday through Thursday, every week of the season.
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We pick up at your child's school
Our team collects players at dismissal and brings them to LJA.
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Training on the LJA field
Warm-ups, skill work and small-sided games, grouped by grade.
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You pick up at LJA by 5:30 pm
Collect your player at 3100 SW 9th Ave, Fort Lauderdale.
Two programs
During the school day
For LJA students, built into the schedule.
After school · Mon–Thu
- K–5 groups by grade
- 6–8 group when numbers allow
- Open to any school
- Pickup included
Our mission
More than soccer
Jewish and Israeli values are at the heart of Landow FC. They shape every practice, every game and every lesson on the field. Our program is driven by people of mission who want to build a world of student athletes who are moral, kind, sensitive and spiritual. We teach our players to compete with respect, lift up their teammates and carry those values with them off the field.
- Respect
- Kindness
- Teamwork
- Spirit
Landow FC clubs
Four locations, four age divisions at each, with league games on Sundays. Each division plays the other Landow FC locations, plus extra games against outside teams.
Landow FC West
Cooper City · Plantation
- Ages 5–6
- Ages 7–9
- Ages 10–11
- Ages 12–14
Landow FC North
Parkland · Boca Raton · Boynton Beach
- Ages 5–6
- Ages 7–9
- Ages 10–11
- Ages 12–14
Landow FC East
Fort Lauderdale · Hollywood
- Ages 5–6
- Ages 7–9
- Ages 10–11
- Ages 12–14
Landow FC South
Aventura
- Ages 5–6
- Ages 7–9
- Ages 10–11
- Ages 12–14
Season finale
The Sababa Cup
Every season ends with one big tournament. Teams from all four Landow FC locations and every age division come together to compete for the Sababa Cup.
FAQ
What days is after-school soccer?
Monday through Thursday after school, with pickup at LJA by 5:30 pm. League games are on Sundays.
Which schools do you pick up from?
We pick up from schools near LJA at dismissal. Call the school office to confirm your child's school is on the route.
Does my child need to attend LJA?
No. After-school soccer and Landow FC are open to students from any school.
What does it cost?
After-school soccer is $250 per month. Call the school office with any questions about sibling options.
What should my child bring?
Shin guards, soccer cleats or sneakers, a water bottle and comfortable athletic clothes.
How do I join a Landow FC club?
Sign up with the button below and tell us your preferred location and your child's age. We'll place them in the right division.
Ready to play?
Sign up for after-school soccerQuestions? Call or text the school office at (954) 457-3899