The name “X-Uvia” comes from the word “exuviate,” which means to shed your skin and thus renew yourself.
“As a player, when they come to us, they’re going to be new, different, more talented, more focused, and better players,” says Richard Morris, owner and founder of X-Uvia Soccer Academy (XSA).
X-Uvia is a new kid on the block as far as youth soccer development programs go in Ontario, Canada. Based in Ottawa, it’s been around for five years, but is now showing signs of growth and ambition.
“We give these kids hope, an opportunity to play at another level,” Morris says. “That’s what sets us apart.”
It’s not just about having parents pay money to get their kids some exercise or learning the sport. Morris believes most kids don’t get the type of coaching he can provide given his experience.
