Annette Elson is the Strength Coach at RTG Academy, writing and implementing the Strength and Power curriculum for the goalkeepers. Coach Elson also serves as the Interim Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Manhattanville College.  In 2019, she worked as a medical intern for the WNBA Las Vegas Aces, where she focused on injury prevention and warm-ups.  Simultaneously, Elson worked with the University of Las Vegas, Nevada (UNLV) as a Strength and Conditioning intern, running drills and safe weight-lifting etiquette instruction for Division I soccer, basketball and softball programs.

Elson received her Bachelor’s Degree from SUNY Purchase College, her CSCS Certification from the University of Las Vegas, Nevada (UNLV), and is a current second-year graduate student at Manhattanville College

Michael Alcaraz is the Creative Director at RTG Academy.  At the age of 27, Coach Mike has 6 years of experience of coaching across the professional, college and the youth level.  He currently serves as the Goalkeeper Coach and Head of College Recruitment for Austin Bold FC of the USL Championship, as well as Goalkeeper Director at Lake Travis Elite.  Prior to Bold and Lake Travis, Coach Mike worked in the college ranks with Manhattanville College and University of South Florida.  During his time at the college level, he had the opportunity of working with 16 All-Conference selections.  Coach Mike has his Masters in Sport Business Management, BA in Psychology, and his USSF Coaching License.

Coach Mike is passionate about the development of the person and player. 

Coach Ryan Thompson is the founder and director of coaching at RTG Academy. He has over 16 years of professional and international experience, previously playing for the Jamaican National Team, Shamrock Rovers in the UEFA Champions League, and the University of Tampa. He currently serves as the first assistant and goalkeeper director at Austin Bold FC, as well as the head goalkeeper coach at Lonestar Soccer Club. Ryan holds his USSF A senior license and his Bachelor’s from the University of Tampa. He is dedicated to the development of future goalkeepers both on and off the field, with a focus on mentorship and leadership. When he isn’t on the field, he is spending time with his wife and two daughters.

Coach Ryan’s experience gives him a unique insight into the game and his players, helping him to provide them with the guidance and leadership they need to reach their goals.  Whether it’s on the field or off, he is dedicated to helping his players reach their full potential.

GOALKEEPER DIRECTOR IN THE MLS NEXT PRO AT HOUSTON DYNAMO FC 2 

Inducted in the University of Tampa Hall of fame in 2022