4.4/5 from 91 families surveyed

What parents said after the trials.

Every family who attended the January and July 2026 trials was sent the same survey. These are their answers, in their own words.

• Honestly, at how easy it was to apply and how professional and organised the EFA event was. The online link application, YouTube videos before trial, correspondence and having to have a “quick” chat with Maurice, helped prepare my 13 year old so that he was ready for the event, leaving behind all the fear and perform his best.

  Parent · January 2026 trials

• Everyone got an equal chance and opportunity and my son got to showcase his skills fairly. It was alright but the best in Australia so far definitely. But my son has been in bigger academies in Qatar and in the Uzbek national team as well, but the teams/coaches from Spain that you guys brought to show the kids in Australia were pretty big names and were impressive

  Parent · January 2026 trials

• This was out first with EFA and we loved the interaction between agents and players. The emphasis on making them comfortable and encourages was outstanding especially since in hind site the boys are competing against each whilst playing as a team. The level of soccer expected of the boys was apparent yet none of the scouts, coaches team members made anyone feel inferior. Did they make mistakes? 100%. Were they beaten up about? Not at all. Instead play was stopped and they were guided, advised and instructed on how to do it better for a more effective outcome.

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• The organisers were well prepared and professional. They provided bottles of water for players, which was a nice touch. I recommended providing clearer information about parking options, trial venues, and a map to help families which was sent prior to trial I thought it would be beneficial to introduce the coaches and committee members and hold a brief information session for parents and Alan did that which is great!! Also loved how friendly the organisers were.

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• Very well organised. When we arrived we thought there were too many kids and it would be hard for coaches to keep up, but when I saw how the session was structured I realised it was done properly so that they would have a pretty good idea about everyone. Sessions were well distributed in regards to time and structure. My son said at the end that the level felt quite competitive and he was very pleased with it, especially the player rep session at the end.

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• The quality of the coaching and the professionalism of the whole event really stood out. The sessions were well organised, the coaches were engaged with every player, and the environment challenged Mackenzie while still making her feel comfortable and supported. She came away feeling motivated and excited to continue.

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• The coaching staff, and the elite team are well organised with the Spain coaches and the different types of roles in the team which made know that elite are well formed agency and I loved the training sessions and great timing with trial dates

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• I would rate my overall experience a 5. What stood out most was the professionalism of the organisation, the quality of the coaches, the intensity of the sessions, and the opportunity to be seen by representatives connected to Spanish clubs.

  Parent · January 2026 trials

• The way the event was precisely organised, the way the players were treated and the outstanding development of the players. The extra session for EFA members was a real bonus where the learning and development continued.

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• It was well organized event for those who wanted to try out. Their communications via emails throughout the whole process was very helpful & professional. Well done team! Furthermore, the staff were very friendly.

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• The professional coaches, well-organised sessions, and the positive environment stood out. It was great to see every player given a fair opportunity to show their skills and abilities learnt alot in those sessions

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• Well organised event with clear communication throughout the journey. Feels more personal with the time invested to provide feedback and that feedback isn't hastily provided at the end of the session

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• Good organization. Great coaching staff. Good format for feedback. It’s not skills tested prior to trial so varied calibre of players attend. Other trials have to be referred or recommended

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• Efficiently organised; players were constantly active. Maximised the time available. This is our first in Australia. Our player attended ID camps in the US. This was a similar experience.

  Parent · January 2026 trials

• It was organised and explained really well. There were a lot of coaches and staff members guiding the boys and watching their performance. I thought it was a great experience for my son.

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• Good organisation and professionally done. Although it is only 4 hrs I feel like he had a chance to be looked at Although it is tough as a striker to get a good opportunity.

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• The coaching staff and the experience was great. I thought it was a good experience overall and really looking forward to hearing honest feedback from top coaches overseas

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• Professionalism of the Agency, organised and clear communication with the players. Comprehensive drills and games to allow the players to showcase their skills.

  Parent · January 2026 trials

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• ‏The atmosphere and the experience of meeting spain coaches. Meeting real spain trials and real exposure

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• How the staff includes everyone and make sure to evaluate every single player. That was their first one

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• The high level exposure my son got and the opportunity to train intensively under expert coaches.

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• The staff, the facility and it was well organised. Group size. Uniforms so everyone is the same.

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• The train sessions, drills and advice given by coaches. Great drills, tactics pre game session

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• Very well organised, punctual, great time management and also a little bit of fun thrown in.

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• It was great to see the scouts get involved in the sessions to provide advice and direction

  Parent · January 2026 trials

• Time frames were kept. Good staff to player ratio. Yes , it’s getting stronger name and rep

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• The professionalism and attention to the players. Much more professional and goal focused.

  Parent · January 2026 trials

• Much better than the others. Yes, worth the engagement and representation

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• Quality of coaches and drills. more detailed, better follow up

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• the professional layout. much more professional & informative

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• How involved all the coaches where with every single player, helping and guiding them as best they could

  Parent · January 2026 trials

• Was very organised and good quality coaching. Has professional so far let’s see if it ends up delivering

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• Well organised. You actually have coaches from outside Australia assessing the boys.

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• Learning the techniques and strategies that the Spanish clubs use. I am not sure

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• Trial looks great and coaches are professional. They look more professional

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• The Spanish coaches knowledge. No other ones had Spanish coaches

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• Level of Goalkeeper that attended. Well, it was professional

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• Great to see international coaches. Yes, good honest people

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• The variety of drills & different methods. Good experience

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• Well organised and communicated. This is the first one.

  Parent · January 2026 trials

• Professionalism. Yes, great drills.

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• My son felt game time was very limited and he would’ve liked more time on the pitch to show what he can do, especially considering he was started as a sub on both days. Also unsure they did not wear their numbered bibs in drills as well as match play in order to look at a more complete assessment

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• My son was subbed off for a lot of the trial and I didn't feel that he got enough time on the ball. He had bad cramps on the first day that he couldn't get rid of, so he really looked forward to day 2, but was sat out quite a lot.

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• Possibly different set up to see the football IQ of players .. eg small sided games,all players active..different start time second day to challenge them.. Set up 4v4 and 5v5.. Shooting and range of passing etc

  Parent · January 2026 trials

• If the Goalkeeper coach (Sam Frangos), who recommended our daughter attend, also took the sessions would have been a better experience from a role perspective.

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• For us it was not a great start as the BIB number allocation was doubled with another player

  Parent · July 2026 trials

• Better training

  Parent · January 2026 trials

• Communication and organisation could have been clearer, particularly around logistics such as parking, trial locations, and scheduling. More upfront information (including maps and timelines), a brief parent briefing, and clearer expectations would have improved the overall experience. Hot weather planning and on-the-day support could also be strengthened to better support players and families

  Parent · January 2026 trials

• There was no communication in advance of the trial that girls would be mixed with boys, and older boys at that, which put my daughter at a disadvantage. Also the boys were hogging certain positions, forcing my daughter to play in a position that she would not normally. I flew my daughter and myself down to Sydney, hired a car and motel for the trial, if I had known in advance that it would be a mixed trial of older boys and the coaches weren't forcing a rotation of positions, I wouldnt have come to the trial. As it is I felt we were just fodder providing playmates for the target trialees.

  Parent · January 2026 trials

Of 91 families surveyed, 50 rated five stars, 33 rated four, 6 rated three and 2 rated two. 49 of the 91 written answers are shown here, including every three- and two-star one. Quotes are lightly trimmed for spelling only. Names withheld; the survey was anonymous.