From Assessment to Impact: How COPA Players Turned Feedback into Opportunity
At COPA STC we believe in the power of data, consistency, and purposeful development. Our training ecosystem is designed to do more than test; it’s built to give athletes a roadmap to improve, grow, and be seen.
That vision came to life again this summer through our biggest Talent ID cycle to date, culminating in two major events where players objectively earned their invite based on their scores:
- COPA Summer Talent ID Day (July 23, 2025) welcomed 140+ of the top-assessed players, all selected based on COPA Score data. Female and male players from across the state aged 11-18 competed on the field in front of 25+ scouts from academy, collegiate and professional levels of the game.
- NorCal PDP Talent ID Days (August 2 & 9th, 2025) For the first time ever players were invited to showcase their skills in front of the NorCal PDP Technical staff entirely based on their objective results from the COPA Score. No coach recommendations, no club bias, just their objective results. 130 players took part. 17 players impressed and were immediately invited directly into follow up PDP training sessions. A clear example of a pathway dedicated to creating opportunities.
These weren’t pay-to-play showcases. They were earned opportunities, rooted in performance, not politics. Every player invited had taken a COPA Score assessment and achieved standout results within their technical, cognitive, and physical aspects of the game.
Training Toward the Score: Inside COPA’s Player Development Program
While many players leverage the COPA Score for opportunities, the players below took it a step further. Each is a committed COPA STC player who went beyond their baseline Score — training weekly toward the areas identified for improvement, then reassessing regularly to keep their data sharp and their development plan optimized.
Through this cycle of assessment → targeted training → reassessment, these players reviewed their performance in the brand new COPA Score Dashboard and developed the skills that earned them invites to live Talent ID events, where they could showcase their growth in front of college, professional, and elite youth organizations. These same organizations also use COPA’s Scouting Tool to identify, track, and research players and high-potential players — giving athletes ongoing visibility beyond the field.
They’re not just talented — they used every angle of the COPA ecosystem to create their own opportunities.
Meet the Standouts: 8 COPA Players Who Used the System to Rise
Trinity Amaya (2010) – Walnut Creek Surf
Trinity Amaya, a striker for Walnut Creek Surf ECNL RL, continues to make strides toward her goal of playing college soccer. Known for her 1v1 skills and eye for goal, Trinity has been training consistently at COPA to strengthen the physical and technical areas of her game. Over time, she’s seen steady gains in acceleration, top speed, and technical ability — giving her a sharper edge each time she steps on the field.
Aubrey Noeth (2013) – Walnut Creek Surf
Aubrey Noeth, a creative center mid for a talented Walnut Creek Surf ECNL RL team, has been consistently leveraging COPA over the years to complement her club training — steadily building her game with each session. Known for her technical and cognitive skill sets, she brings a creative spark when she’s on the ball. While her COPA Scores have improved across the board, recent assessments show a significant leap in her top speed — a direct result of targeted training focused on sprint mechanics and power with COPA’s coaches. Aubrey’s progress earned her an invite to July’s Talent ID Day, where her performance caught the attention of coaches and evaluators.
Sidney Kitchingham (2008) – SF Nighthawks
Sidney Kitchingham, a winger and striker playing with adults at the SF Nighthawks (WPSL II), continues to elevate her game through the COPA training and assessment environment. With goals of playing at the highest level — college or professional — she’s leaned into her COPA Score data and the Membership Training Program to refine her performance. Known for her technical ability and game-impacting decisions, Sidney has seen measurable improvements in her speed of play and reaction time — two areas that now separate her on the field. Sidney was invited to COPA’s Talent ID Day in July based on her strong results as a 2008-born player.
Kyle Matthews (2012) – Football Club Alliance (FCA)
Kyle Matthews, a winger and outside back for Football Club Alliance (FCA), continues to push his development with a clear goal in mind — to play at the collegiate level. Known for his energy, discipline, and tactical awareness, Kyle thrives as a two-way player who can defend with purpose and contribute in attack. Through targeted performance training within COPA membership, he’s made major gains in top speed, while his technical and cognitive metrics continue to rise. Those improvements have been motivating as he continues to refine his game. Kyle was another player recognized at the July Talent ID Day, where he stood out as a well-rounded, high-upside prospect. His journey reflects a full-circle use of the COPA system — from assessment to purposeful training to opportunity.
Xavi Hurst (2012) – California Magic SC
Xavi Hurst, a longtime COPA STC player and standout center/attacking midfielder for California Magic SC, continues to make strides in his pursuit of a professional career. Known for his technical quality, creativity, and field vision, Xavi has consistently scored in the 99th percentile for technical ability within his age group through the COPA Score. Recently, his targeted training has led to strong gains in acceleration — proof that his work on the physical side of the game is paying off. Already involved in PDP Region 3/4, Xavi made an impact at the July Talent ID Day and has since been selected to attend the Oakland Roots trial event. With many years of development and growth ahead, Xavi is laying a strong foundation for his future in the game.
Maharth Chourasia (2013) – The Town FC
Maharth Chourasia, a longtime COPA STC player and standout center midfielder for The Town FC, continues to separate himself through elite cognitive and technical ability. His recent COPA Score placed him in the 99th percentile for stress tolerance among his age group — a reflection of his exceptional awareness, decision-making, and vision on the field. While those attributes have long defined his game, Maharth has also been committed to leveling up physically. Through focused training in COPA’s membership program, he’s shown measurable improvements in speed, agility, and power. His well-rounded development was on full display at the July Talent ID Day, where he impressed coaches and evaluators and earned deserved recognition.
Reyansh Dsouza (2013) – The Town FC
Reyansh Dsouza, a standout center forward and midfielder for The Town FC, has quickly become one of the most physically and technically dominant players in his age group. Known for his speed, strength, and finishing, Reyansh brings a rare combination of power and precision to the game. Through ongoing assessments at COPA, he’s used his results to continuously optimize his training and set motivating targets. Reyansh’s performance at the July Talent ID Day confirmed his trajectory — impressing coaches with his ability to impact the game through both physicality and technical quality in the final third.
Domenic Cannone (2014) – Walnut Creek Surf
Domenic Cannone, one of the youngest players to feature at the July COPA Talent ID Day, continues to prove that age is no barrier when development is intentional. A versatile defender and midfielder for Walnut Creek Surf, Domenic can play centrally or out wide, showcasing maturity in his positioning, passing, and decision-making. He’s currently being monitored by PDP staff while sharpening his game in COPA’s data-driven training environment. Domenic has embraced the full COPA pathway — from assessment to purposeful training to identification — and his steady growth across all categories reflects the benefits of early exposure to structured development. His journey highlights how consistent training and objective measurement can unlock opportunity, even at a young age.
What’s Next: PDP and Talent ID Return This Fall / Winter
NorCal PDP Talent ID Day
- Dates:
- Boys: Saturday, November 8
- Girls: Sunday, November 9
- Eligibility: Players born 2013 – 2010. Must be playing for a club in NorCal Premier. Current PDP players are not eligible.
- To Qualify: Take a Free COPA Score between Aug 1 and Oct 31. Athletes who score in the 50th percentile or higher compared to their PDP age group earn an invite. Players can compare their scores in their personal COPA Score Dashboard
- Opportunity: Direct exposure to NorCal PDP Technical Staff, wit top players being invited to PDP training.
COPA Talent ID Day
- Eligibility: Players born 2014–2008
- To Qualify: Per age group, the top performing COPA Scores completed between August 1st and November 30th will be invited.
- Opportunity: Direct exposure to scouts from pro, college & elite orgs, with previous success fo players being invited to YNT, MLS trials and college invites.
🔗 Register for a free COPA Score
An Ecosystem Designed for the Modern Game
These athletes didn’t just take an assessment — they engaged fully with the COPA STC ecosystem. They used the objective feedback from their COPA Score to create purposeful training through the COPA Membership Training Program, returned to reassess their progress, and leveraged the exposure opportunities tied to performance.
It’s that system — assessment, targeted development, and visibility — that allowed them to take measurable steps forward. Their success isn’t just proof of talent, but of a clear process working as intended: data informing development, development unlocking opportunity.
Whether you’re already a member or just getting started, that process is available to every athlete — under one roof.