Wilson Ferrada serves as the Academy Director, bringing extensive experience from professional football environments in Chile. As a sports kinesiologist, his career has focused on high-performance athlete care, injury prevention, rehabilitation, and optimizing player readiness within demanding competitive structures. His background working closely with professional players provides the academy with a strong foundation in modern sports science, recovery protocols, and daily performance standards.
Within the academy, Ferrada oversees the overall sporting vision and player development methodology, ensuring that training, physical preparation, and recovery processes align with professional-level expectations. His leadership emphasizes discipline, structured progression, and creating an environment where athletes can develop safely while preparing for the next level of football.
His presence reinforces the academy’s commitment to combining technical development with sports medicine and performance expertise, delivering a holistic pathway for players pursuing a professional career.
Esteban Paredes SUA Co-Founder - Sporting Director
Esteban Paredes is one of Chile’s most respected professional football figures and serves as Academy Director, contributing elite-level experience, leadership, and a deep understanding of the professional game. Known for his historic career as a striker and his impact within Chilean football, he brings a winning mentality and real-world insight into the development pathway of high-performance players.
Within the academy, Paredes plays a key role in guiding the sporting vision, mentoring athletes, and supporting the competitive structure that prepares players for professional environments. His experience at the highest levels of Chilean football allows him to provide valuable perspective on tactical intelligence, professionalism, and the standards required to succeed in the modern game.
His presence reinforces the academy’s commitment to authenticity, competitive culture, and creating a direct bridge between player development and the realities of professional football.
Jonathan Vasquez SUA Founder - Executive Director
Jonathan Vasquez is the Founder and Executive Director, leading the strategic vision and international development of the academy. With a strong focus on building structured pathways for players pursuing professional football, he has been instrumental in creating an environment that connects high-performance training with real opportunities inside the South American football ecosystem.
His leadership centers on long-term player development, global partnerships, and establishing a professional culture aligned with elite standards. Through his work, the academy has developed a model focused on daily structure, competitive exposure, and collaboration with experienced technical and performance staff.
As founder, Vasquez oversees the academy’s overall direction, operations, and international relationships, ensuring that every aspect of the program reflects professionalism, credibility, and a clear pathway for athletes aiming to reach the next level.
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