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Richard Sherman

2014-01-22T05:04:57Z

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{{Infobox NFL player
|name=Richard Sherman
|image=Richard Sherman (American football).JPG
|image_size=275px
|caption=Sherman in the 2012 preseason.
|currentteam=Seattle Seahawks
|currentposition=Cornerback
|currentnumber=25
|birth_date={{birth date and age|1988|3|30}}
|birth_place=[[Compton, California]]
|heightft=6
|heightin=3
|weight=195
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|draftround=5
|draftpick=154
|debutyear=2011
|debutteam=Seattle Seahawks
|finalyear=
|finalteam=
|pastteams=<nowiki></nowiki>
* [[Seattle Seahawks]] ({{NFL Year|2011}}–present)
|status=Active
|highlights=<nowiki></nowiki>
* [[Pro Bowl]] ([[2014 Pro Bowl|2013]])
* 2× First-team [[All-Pro]] ([[2012 All-Pro Team|2012]], [[2013 All-Pro Team|2013]])
* [[NFC Championship Game|NFC Champion]] ([[2013-14 NFL playoffs|2013]])
* [[National Football League|NFL]] [[Interception|interceptions leader]] ([[2013 NFL Season|2013]])
* [[NFL Top 100|Ranked #50 in the Top 100 Players of 2013]]
* 3× NFC Defensive Player of The Week
*NFL Defensive Player of The Month (September 2013)
*First Seahawks Cornerback to be named NFL Defensive Player of The Month
*[[Pro Football Writers of America|PFWA]] All-Rookie Team (2011)
*[[#College awards and honors|College awards and honors]]
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}}

'''Richard Kevin Sherman'''<ref>{{cite web | title=ESPN Profile | work= ESPN.com | url=http://m.espn.go.com/nfl/playerinfo?playerId=14086 |accessdate=}}</ref> (born March 30, 1988), is an [[American football]] [[cornerback]] with the [[Seattle Seahawks]] of the [[National Football League]]. He was selected by the Seahawks in the fifth round (154th overall) of the [[2011 NFL Draft]]. Sherman played college football at [[Stanford Cardinal football|Stanford]] as a [[wide receiver]] and [[cornerback]] for the Cardinal.<ref name=Yahoo!>{{cite web|author=Gil Alcaraz IV|url=http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news?slug=ycn-7679270|title=An insider’s view with Stanford cornerback Richard Sherman|publisher=''Yahoo! Sports''|date=January 27, 2011|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> Sherman and the other Seahawks [[defensive backs]] are collectively known as the [[Legion of Boom (Seattle Seahawks)|Legion of Boom]].

==High school career==
Sherman attended [[Dominguez High School]] in [[Compton, California]], where he starred in football and track and field. As a senior in 2005 he accounted for 1,030 all-purpose yards, including 870 yards on 28 catches and three punt returns for touchdowns. He also recorded 45 tackles, eight pass breakups and one interception as a defensive back, and helped Dominguez to a [[CIF Southern Section]] Division III title with a 41-14 victory over [[Notre Dame High School (Sherman Oaks, California)|Notre Dame High School]] in the championship game. He earned [[All-American]] honors in the [[triple jump]] and was the 7th ranked triple jumper in California in 2005.<ref>http://www.gostanford.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=30600&ATCLID=208440725</ref> A scholar-athlete, he was Salutatorian (ranked second) in his high school class.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.forbes.com/sites/tommytomlinson/2014/01/19/22-brief-thoughts-about-that-richard-sherman-interview/|title=22 Brief Thoughts About That Richard Sherman Interview|author=Tommy Tomlinson|date=2014-01-19|work=Forbes}}</ref>

==College career==
Sherman began his career at Stanford as a [[wide receiver]] and led the Cardinal in receiving as a freshman in 2006 while being named a Freshman All-American. He caught 47 passes over the next two years before suffering a season-ending knee injury after playing in the first four games in 2008. He switched to cornerback after his injury due to team need and made 112 tackles over his final two years, which also included 6 interceptions. He was part of the [[2010 Stanford Cardinal football team]] which finished 12-1, a school record.<ref name=Yahoo!/> Sherman is a member of the Phi Beta Sigma fraternity.

Sherman graduated in 2010 from Stanford with a degree in Communication and returned for his final year of eligibility in order to begin a [[Master of Arts (postgraduate)|Masters degree]].<ref>{{cite web|author=Eric Sondheimer|url=http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/varsitytimesinsider/2010/06/football-richard-sherman-graduates-from-stanford.html|title=Football: Richard Sherman graduates from Stanford|publisher=''[[Los Angeles Times]]''|date=June 21, 2010|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref>

===Track and field===
Sherman was also a track star at [[Stanford University]], where he specialized in [[long jump]] and [[triple jump]], and also ran the [[110 meter hurdles]], posting a personal best of 13.99 seconds. He was also named a USA Today All-American in track and field after winning the California state title in the [[triple jump]], with a mark of 15.44 meters.

====Personal bests====
{| class="wikitable"
|-
!Event
!Time (seconds)
!Venue
!Date
|-
|[[60 meters]]
|7.06
|Nampa, Idaho
|January 20, 2007
|-
|[[100 meters]]
|10.77
|Palo Alto, California
|March 4, 2007
|-
|[[110 meter hurdles]]
|13.99
|Palo Alto, California
|March 4, 2007
|}

{| class="wikitable"
|-
!Event
!Mark (meters)
!Venue
!Date

|-
|[[Long Jump]]
|7.10
|Seattle, Washington
|January 27, 2007
|-
|[[Triple jump]]
|15.44
|Norwalk, Connecticut
|June 3, 2006
|}

==Professional career==

===2011 NFL Combine===
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| height in = 3
| weight = 195
| dash = 4.54
| ten split = 1.56
| twenty split = 2.56
| shuttle = 4.29
| cone drill = 6.72
| vertical = 40
| broad ft = 11
| broad in = 0
| bench = 16
| wonderlic = 24
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| note = All values from [[NFL Combine]]
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===Seattle Seahawks===

====2011====
Sherman was selected in the 5th round by the [[Seattle Seahawks]] in the [[2011 NFL Draft]]. Sherman remembers watching the draft with his family at home and being "livid" about players he perceived as inferior getting drafted before him.<ref>{{cite web|author=Michael Silver|url=http://sports.yahoo.com/news/nfl--seahawks--richard-sherman-wants-to--destroy--the-nfl-and-become-the-best-cb-all-time-170800233.html|title=Seahawks' Richard Sherman wants to 'destroy' the NFL and become the best CB of all time|publisher=''Yahoo!''|date=December 11, 2012|accessdate=March 8, 2013}}</ref>

Despite starting only 10 games in his rookie season, Sherman was selected to the 2011 PFW All-Rookie Team, shattering all expectations heading into the season.<ref name="Pro Football Weekly">{{cite web|url=http://www.profootballweekly.com/story/permalink/30603|title=All Rookie Team|publisher=''Pro Football Weekly''|date=January 18, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> He also led all rookies with 16 passes defended and four interceptions in addition to 55 tackles.

====2012====
[[File:Richard Sherman 2013.jpg|thumb|Richard Sherman during 2013 Seattle Seahawks training camp.]]
On October 14, 2012, following [[2012 Seattle Seahawks season#Game summaries|a victory]] over the [[2012 New England Patriots season|New England Patriots]] in which he had an interception, Sherman [[Trash-talk|taunted]] the Patriots' [[quarterback]], [[Tom Brady]].<ref name=BradyUMad>{{cite web|author=Doug Farrar|url=http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nfl-shutdown-corner/richard-sherman-beats-tom-brady-taunts-pats-u-104646336--nfl.html|title=Richard Sherman beats Tom Brady; taunts the Pats with ‘U MAD BRO?’ after the game|publisher=''Yahoo! Sports''|work=Shutdown Corner|date=October 15, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref>

Prior to week 8 vs. [[Detroit Lions|Detroit]], Sherman nicknamed himself [[Optimus Prime]], an action intended to send out the message that he would shut down Detroit's [[wide receiver]], [[Calvin Johnson]], known by his nickname [[Megatron]].<ref>{{cite web|author=Nate Davis|url=http://www.usatoday.com/story/gameon/2012/10/25/optimus-prime-richard-sherman-seahawks-calvin-johnson-megatron/1657505/|title=Megatron ready for Seahawks' Optimus Prime|publisher=''USA Today''|work=Game On!|date=October 25, 2012|accessdate=March 9, 2013}}</ref> Johnson was held to three catches for 46 yards against Sherman and the Seahawks.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://espn.go.com/nfl/player/gamelog/_/id/10447/calvin-johnson|title=Calvin Johnson Game by Game Stats and Performance|publisher=''ESPN''|accessdate=January 9, 2013}}</ref>

On December 9, during Week 14 in a game against the [[Arizona Cardinals]], Sherman recorded two interceptions of [[John Skelton (American football)|John Skelton]]'s passes, one of which he returned 19 yards for a touchdown; Sherman also had two tackles, one assist and a fumble recovery, as the Seahawks defeated the Cardinals 58-0 in the biggest shutout win in Seahawks history.<ref>http://www.nfl.com/gamecenter/2012120912/2012/REG14/cardinals@seahawks#menu=highlights&tab=recap</ref>

On December 23, in a Week 16 game against the [[San Francisco 49ers]], Sherman had five tackles and one interception against [[Colin Kaepernick]], and made a huge play on special teams when he recovered a blocked 49ers field goal and returned it 90 yards for a touchdown.<ref>http://www.nfl.com/gamecenter/2012122313/2012/REG16/49ers@seahawks#menu=highlights&tab=analyze</ref>

Heading into Week 17 of the [[2012 NFL season|2012 season]], Sherman posted 61 tackles, seven interceptions and three forced fumbles.<ref>{{cite web|author=Tyler Conway|url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1459721-pro-bowl-roster-2013-analyzing-why-richard-sherman-and-other-snubs-missed-team|title=Pro Bowl Roster 2013: Analyzing Why Richard Sherman and Other Snubs Missed Team|publisher=''Bleacher Report''|date=December 27, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> Due to his play and the fact that he was not selected to the [[2012 Pro Bowl]], Sherman was considered of one of the biggest 2012 Pro Bowl snubs.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/27/2013-pro-bowl-snubs-richard-sherman-morris_n_2368003.html|title=2013 Pro Bowl Snubs: Richard Sherman, Alfred Morris Among Notable Omissions|publisher=''Huffington Post''|date=December 27, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> Sherman told [[Associated Press]] that "It don't mean nothing," prior to the announcement of the Pro Bowl rosters.<ref name=ProBowl>{{cite web|author=Kareem Copeland|url=http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000117457/article/richard-sherman-pro-bowl-spots-dont-mean-nothing|title=Richard Sherman: Pro Bowl spots 'don't mean nothing'|publisher=''NFL.com''|work=Around the League|date=December 26, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> He was subsequently named Associated Press NFL All-Pro First Team.

In December 2012, Sherman won his appeal of a four-game suspension for violating the league's performance-enhancing drug policy.<ref>{{cite web|author=Lindsay H. Jones|url=http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/seahawks/2012/12/27/richard-sherman-seattle-seahawks-nfl-suspension/1794143/|title=Seahawks' Richard Sherman wins appeal of NFL suspension|publisher=''USA Today''|date=December 27, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> It was likely that Sherman would sue the NFL if he were suspended.<ref>{{cite web|author=Curtis Crabtree|url=http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/12/26/richard-sherman-likely-to-sue-league-if-suspended/|title=Richard Sherman likely to sue league if suspended|publisher=''NBC Sports''|work=Pro Football Talk|date=December 26, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> Prior to the [[2012–13 NFL playoffs#Wild Card playoffs|wildcard matchup]] between the Seahawks and the [[Washington Redskins|Redskins]], [[Kedric Golston]], a Redskins [[linebacker]] called out Sherman by saying "He's a cheater," referring to Sherman's successful suspension appeal.<ref>{{cite web|author=Dan Hanzus|url=http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000122132/article/redskins-player-on-richard-sherman-hes-a-cheater|title=Redskins player on Richard Sherman: 'He's a cheater'|publisher=''NFL.com''|work=Around the League|date=January 4, 2013|accessdate=January 5, 2012}}</ref>

====2013====
Sherman was one of the leaders of the [[Legion of Boom (Seattle Seahawks)|Legion of Boom]] secondary (so called for the unit's hard-hitting style) that allowed the fewest passing yards in the league<ref>{{cite news|url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1927338-seattle-seahawks-legion-of-boom-is-pure-old-school-football-at-its-finest|title=Seattle Seahawks' Legion of Boom Is Pure, Old-School Football at Its Finest|last=Pompei|first=Dan|publisher=[[Bleacher Report]]|date=2014-01-17}}</ref> and anchored the top overall defense in the NFL.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://espn.go.com/nfl/statistics/team/_/stat/total/position/defense/seasontype/2|title=NFL Team Total Defense Statistics - 2013|publisher=[[ESPN]]|date=2013-12-30}}</ref> He completed a successful 2013 campaign, where his 8 interceptions led the league<ref>{{cite web|url=http://espn.go.com/nfl/statistics/player/_/stat/defense/sort/interceptions/year/2013/seasontype/2|title=NFL Player Defense Statistics - 2013, Passes Intercepted Leaders|publisher=[[ESPN]]|date=2013-12-30}}</ref>, which led to him being named to the [[2014 Pro Bowl]] as the top vote getter among defensive players<ref>{{cite web|url=http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/10203223/nfl-unveils-2014-pro-bowl-roster-selections|title=NFL unveils Pro Bowl rosters|publisher=[[ESPN]]|date=2013-12-27}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://espn.go.com/blog/nflnation/post/_/id/109680/2014-nfl-pro-bowl-selections|title=2014 NFL Pro Bowl selections|publisher=[[ESPN]]|date=2013-12-27}}</ref> and his 2nd consecutive year as an Associated Press NFL All-Pro First Team<ref>{{cite web|url=http://espn.go.com/blog/seattle-seahawks/post/_/id/3274/three-seahawks-make-the-all-pro-team|title=Three Seahawks make the All-Pro team|last=Blount|first=Terry|publisher=[[ESPN]]|date=2014-01-04}}</ref>.

In the NFC Championship Game against the 49ers, Sherman tipped a [[Colin Kaepernick]] pass intended for [[Michael Crabtree]] in the end zone. Linebacker [[Malcolm Smith (American football)|Malcolm Smith]] picked it off, sealing the Seahawks' second Super Bowl trip in franchise history. After the game, an exuberant Sherman told [[Fox Sports (United States)|Fox Sports]]' [[Erin Andrews]], "I'm the best corner in the game! When you try me with a sorry receiver like Crabtree, that's the result you gonna get."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://abclocal.go.com/kabc/story?section=news/sports/pro/football&id=9400399|title=Erin Andrews' awkward interview with Richard Sherman|date=January 20, 2014|publisher=[[KABC-TV]]}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/01/20/richard-sherman-rant-erin-andrews_n_4629510.html|title= Richard Sherman's Rant May Have 'Scared Erin Andrews,' Definitely Bothered Some On Twitter (VIDEOS)|work=[[The Huffington Post]]|date=January 20, 2014|author=Chris Greenberg}}</ref>

===Controversies===
Sherman has been involved in several controversies during his short NFL career. Sherman repeatedly taunted [[Tom Brady]] and the Patriots during an October 2012 game. After the game, Sherman posted to his Twitter account a photo of himself yelling at Brady with "U mad bro?" superimposed on it. He later removed the post.<ref name=BradyUMad/> Sherman also stirred controversy with his response to not being selected to the [[2013 Pro Bowl]].<ref name=ProBowl/> In March 2013, Sherman went on to ''[[ESPN First Take]]'', where he argued with [[Skip Bayless]]. Sherman told Bayless "I'm intelligent enough and capable enough to understand that you are an ignorant, pompous, egotistical cretin. I am going to crush you on here because I am tired of hearing about it." He also claimed that he was "better at life" than the First Take analyst.<ref>{{cite web|author=Chris Chase|url=http://www.usatoday.com/story/gameon/2013/03/07/richard-sherman-skip-bayless-first-take-fight/1971737/|title=Richard Sherman blasts Skip Bayless on 'First Take'|publisher=''USA Today''|work=Game On!|date=March 7, 2013|accessdate=March 8, 2013}}</ref> Sherman was also involved in a [[Twitter]] feud with fellow NFL cornerback, [[Darrelle Revis]],<ref>{{cite web|author=Gabe Zaldivar|url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1537402-seahawks-richard-sherman-slays-darrelle-revis-in-fascinating-twitter-feud|title=Seahawks' Richard Sherman Slays Jets' Darrelle Revis in Twitter Feud|publisher=''Bleacher Report''|work=B/R Swagger|date=February 20, 2013|accessdate=March 8, 2013}}</ref> to the point that [[Joe Haden]] also involved himself into the conversation, claiming that he was the No. 2 cornerback in the league, behind Revis and ahead of Sherman.<ref>[http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000148995/article/joe-haden-darrelle-revis-is-no-1-cornerback-im-no-2 Joe Haden: Darrelle Revis is No. 1 cornerback; I'm No. 2]</ref> Sherman has also been involved in controversies with [[Trent Williams]]<ref>{{cite web|author=Marc Sessler|url=http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000124388/article/trent-williams-told-richard-sherman-hed-punch-him|title=Trent Williams told Richard Sherman he'd punch him|publisher=''NFL.com''|work=Around the League|date=January 10, 2013|accessdate=March 9, 2013}}</ref> and [[Roddy White]].<ref>{{cite web|author=Ryan Wilson|url=http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/blog/eye-on-football/21721531/richard-sherman-calls-draft-a-sham-roddy-white-an-easy-matchup|title=Richard Sherman calls draft 'a sham,' Roddy White 'an easy matchup'|publisher=''CBS''|work=Eye on Football|date=February 17, 2013|accessdate=March 9, 2013}}</ref>

===Stats===
The following stats were retrieved from NFL.com.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nfl.com/player/richardsherman/2495507/profile|title=Richard Sherman|publisher=''NFL.com''|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref>
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"
|-
! rowspan="2"|Year !! rowspan="2"|Team !! rowspan="2"|G !! rowspan="2"|GS !! colspan="5" |Tackles !! colspan="6" |Interceptions !! colspan="4" |Fumbles
|-
! Comb !! Total !! Ast !! Sack !! Safeties !! PDef !! Int !! Yds !! Avg !! Lng !! TDs !! FF
|-
![[2011 NFL season|2011]] !! [[2011 Seattle Seahawks season|Seattle]]
| 16 || 10 || 55 || 47 || 8 || 0.0 || 0 || 17 || 4 || 45 || 11.2 || 33 || 0 || 1
|-
|-
![[2012 NFL season|2012]] !! [[2012 Seattle Seahawks season|Seattle]]
| 16 || 16 || 64 || 53 || 11 || 1.0 || 0 || 24 || 8 || 57 || 7.1 || 29 || 1 || 3
|-
|-
![[2013 NFL season|2013]] !! [[2013 Seattle Seahawks season|Seattle]]
| 16 || 16 || 48 || 38 || 10 || 0.0 || 0 || 16 || 8 || 125 || 15.6 || 58T || 1 || 0
|-
!colspan="2"| Total !! 47 !! 41 !! 166 !! 137 !! 29 !! 1.0 !! 0 !! 56 !! 20 !! 227 !! -- !! 58T !! 2 !! 4
|}

==References==
{{reflist|30em}}

==External links==
*[http://www.richardsherman25.com/ Richard Sherman Official Website]
*{{Twitter|RSherman_25|Richard Sherman}}
*[http://www.seahawks.com/team/roster/Richard-Sherman/b689109a-5471-4c08-bd56-e1568117081e Seattle Seahawks bio]

{{Seahawks2011DraftPicks}}
{{2012 All-Pro Team}}
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Richard Sherman

2014-01-03T17:17:24Z

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{{Infobox NFL player
|name=Richard Sherman
|image=Richard Sherman (American football).JPG
|image_size=275px
|caption=Sherman in the 2012 preseason.
|currentteam=Seattle Seahawks
|currentposition=Cornerback
|currentnumber=25
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* [[Seattle Seahawks]] ({{NFL Year|2011}}–present)
|status=Active
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* 2× [[All-Pro]] ([[2012 All-Pro Team|2012]], [[2013 All-Pro Team|2013]])
* [[Pro Bowl]] ([[2014 Pro Bowl|2013]])
* [[National Football League|NFL]] [[Interception|interceptions leader]] ([[2013 NFL Season|2013]])
* [[NFL Top 100|Ranked #50 in the Top 100 Players of 2013]]
* 3× NFC Defensive Player of The Week
*NFL Defensive Player of The Month (September 2013)
*First Seahawks Cornerback to be named NFL Defensive Player of The Month
*[[Pro Football Writers of America|PFWA]] All-Rookie Team (2011)
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'''Richard Sherman''' (born March 30, 1988), is an [[American football]] [[cornerback]] with the [[Seattle Seahawks]] of the [[National Football League]]. He was selected by the Seahawks in the fifth round (154th overall) of the [[2011 NFL Draft]]. Sherman played college football at [[Stanford Cardinal football|Stanford]] as a [[wide receiver]] and [[cornerback]] for the Cardinal.<ref name=Yahoo!>{{cite web|author=Gil Alcaraz IV|url=http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news?slug=ycn-7679270|title=An insider’s view with Stanford cornerback Richard Sherman|publisher=''Yahoo! Sports''|date=January 27, 2011|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> He credited longtime mentor John Matthews with his career year. {{citation needed|date=December 2013}}

==High school career==
Sherman attended [[Dominguez High School]] in [[Compton, California]], where he starred in football and track and field. As a senior in 2006 he accounted for 1,030 all-purpose yards, including 870 yards on 28 catches and three punt returns for touchdowns. He also recorded 45 tackles, eight pass breakups and one interception as a defensive back, and helped Dominguez to a [[CIF Southern Section]] Division III title with a 41-14 victory over [[Notre Dame High School (Sherman Oaks, California)|Notre Dame High School]] in the championship game. He earned [[All-American]] honors in the [[triple jump]] and was the 7th ranked triple jumper in California in 2005.<ref>http://www.gostanford.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=30600&ATCLID=208440725</ref>

==College career==
Sherman began his career at Stanford as a [[wide receiver]] and led the Cardinal in receiving as a freshman in 2005 while being named a Freshman All-American. He caught 47 passes over the next two years before suffering a season-ending knee injury after playing in the first four games in 2008. He switched to cornerback after his injury due to team need and made 112 tackles over his final two years, which also included 6 interceptions. He was part of the [[2010 Stanford Cardinal football team]] which finished 12-1, a school record.<ref name=Yahoo!/> Sherman is a member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity.

Sherman graduated in 2010 from Stanford with a degree in Communication and returned for his final year of eligibility in order to begin a [[Master of Arts (postgraduate)|Masters degree]].<ref>{{cite web|author=Eric Sondheimer|url=http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/varsitytimesinsider/2010/06/football-richard-sherman-graduates-from-stanford.html|title=Football: Richard Sherman graduates from Stanford|publisher=''[[Los Angeles Times]]''|date=June 21, 2010|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref>

===Track and field===
Sherman was also a track star at [[Stanford University]], where he specialized in [[long Jump]] and [[triple jump]], and also ran the [[110 meter hurdles]], posting a personal best of 13.99 seconds. He was also named a USA Today All-American in track and field after winning the California state title in the [[triple jump]], with a mark of 15.44 meters.

====Personal bests====
{| class="wikitable"
|-
!Event
!Time (seconds)
!Venue
!Date
|-
|[[60 meters]]
|7.06
|Nampa, Idaho
|January 20, 2007
|-
|[[100 meters]]
|10.77
|Palo Alto, California
|March 4, 2007
|-
|[[110 meter hurdles]]
|13.99
|Palo Alto, California
|March 4, 2007
|}

{| class="wikitable"
|-
!Event
!Mark (meters)
!Venue
!Date

|-
|[[Long Jump]]
|7.10
|Seattle, Washington
|January 27, 2007
|-
|[[Triple jump]]
|15.44
|Norwalk, Connecticut
|June 3, 2006
|}

==Professional career==
===2011 NFL Combine===
{{nfl predraft
| height ft = 6
| height in = 3
| weight = 195
| dash = 4.54
| ten split = 1.56
| twenty split = 2.56
| shuttle = 4.29
| cone drill = 6.72
| vertical = 40
| broad ft = 11
| broad in = 0
| bench = 16
| wonderlic =
| arm span =
| hand span =
| note = All values from [[NFL Combine]]
}}

===Seattle Seahawks===

====2011====
Sherman was selected in the 5th round by the [[Seattle Seahawks]] in the [[2011 NFL Draft]]. Sherman remembers watching the draft with his family at home and being "livid" about players who he perceived as inferior getting drafted before him.<ref>{{cite web|author=Michael Silver|url=http://sports.yahoo.com/news/nfl--seahawks--richard-sherman-wants-to--destroy--the-nfl-and-become-the-best-cb-all-time-170800233.html|title=Seahawks' Richard Sherman wants to 'destroy' the NFL and become the best CB of all time|publisher=''Yahoo!''|date=December 11, 2012|accessdate=March 8, 2013}}</ref>

Despite starting only 10 games in his rookie season, Sherman was selected to the 2011 PFW All-Rookie Team, shattering all expectations heading into the season.<ref name="Pro Football Weekly">{{cite web|url=http://www.profootballweekly.com/story/permalink/30603|title=All Rookie Team|publisher=''Pro Football Weekly''|date=January 18, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> He also led all rookies with 21 passes defended and 4 interceptions in addition to 55 tackles.

====2012====
[[File:Richard Sherman 2013.jpg|thumb|Richard Sherman during 2013 Seattle Seahawks training camp.]]
On October 14, 2012, following [[2012 Seattle Seahawks season#Game summaries|a victory]] over the [[2012 New England Patriots season|New England Patriots]] in which he had an interception, Sherman [[Trash-talk|taunted]] the Patriots' [[quarterback]], [[Tom Brady]].<ref name=BradyUMad>{{cite web|author=Doug Farrar|url=http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nfl-shutdown-corner/richard-sherman-beats-tom-brady-taunts-pats-u-104646336--nfl.html|title=Richard Sherman beats Tom Brady; taunts the Pats with ‘U MAD BRO?’ after the game|publisher=''Yahoo! Sports''|work=Shutdown Corner|date=October 15, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref>

Prior to week 8 vs [[Detroit Lions|Detroit]], Sherman nicknamed himself [[Optimus Prime]], an action intended to send out the message that he would shut down Detroit's [[wide receiver]], [[Calvin Johnson]], known by his nickname [[Megatron]]. (Optimus Prime and Megatron are opposing characters in the ''[[Transformers]]'' franchise.) Johnson was held to 3 catches for 46 yards against Sherman and the Seahawks,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://espn.go.com/nfl/player/gamelog/_/id/10447/calvin-johnson|title=Calvin Johnson Game by Game Stats and Performance|publisher=''ESPN''|accessdate=January 9, 2013}}</ref>

On December 9, during Week 14 in a game against the [[Arizona Cardinals]], Sherman recorded 2 interceptions of [[John Skelton (American football)|John Skelton]]'s passes, one of which he returned 19 yards for a touchdown; Sherman also had 2 tackles and 1 assist and a fumble recovery, as the Seahawks took down the Cardinals 58-0 in the biggest shutout win in Seahawks history.<ref>http://www.nfl.com/gamecenter/2012120912/2012/REG14/cardinals@seahawks#menu=highlights&tab=recap</ref>

On December 23, in a Week 16 game against the [[San Francisco 49ers]], Richard Sherman had 5 tackles and recorded 1 interception against [[Colin Kaepernick]], and made a huge play on special teams when he recovered a blocked 49ers field goal and returned it 90 yards for a touchdown, which was blocked by [[Red Bryant]].<ref>http://www.nfl.com/gamecenter/2012122313/2012/REG16/49ers@seahawks#menu=highlights&tab=analyze</ref>

Heading into Week 17 of the [[2012 NFL season|2012 season]], Sherman posted 61 tackles, seven interceptions and three forced fumbles.<ref>{{cite web|author=Tyler Conway|url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1459721-pro-bowl-roster-2013-analyzing-why-richard-sherman-and-other-snubs-missed-team|title=Pro Bowl Roster 2013: Analyzing Why Richard Sherman and Other Snubs Missed Team|publisher=''Bleacher Report''|date=December 27, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> Due to his play and the fact that he was not selected to the [[2013 Pro Bowl]], Sherman was considered of one of the biggest 2013 Pro Bowl snubs.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/27/2013-pro-bowl-snubs-richard-sherman-morris_n_2368003.html|title=2013 Pro Bowl Snubs: Richard Sherman, Alfred Morris Among Notable Omissions|publisher=''Huffington Post''|date=December 27, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> Sherman told [[Associated Press]] that "It don't mean nothing," prior to the announcement of the Pro Bowl rosters.<ref name=ProBowl>{{cite web|author=Kareem Copeland|url=http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000117457/article/richard-sherman-pro-bowl-spots-dont-mean-nothing|title=Richard Sherman: Pro Bowl spots 'don't mean nothing'|publisher=''NFL.com''|work=Around the League|date=December 26, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> He was subsequently named Associated Press NFL All-Pro First Team.

In December 2012, Sherman won his appeal of a four-game suspension for violating the league's performance-enhancing drug policy.<ref>{{cite web|author=Lindsay H. Jones|url=http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/seahawks/2012/12/27/richard-sherman-seattle-seahawks-nfl-suspension/1794143/|title=Seahawks' Richard Sherman wins appeal of NFL suspension|publisher=''USA Today''|date=December 27, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> It was likely that Sherman would sue the NFL if he was suspended.<ref>{{cite web|author=Curtis Crabtree|url=http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/12/26/richard-sherman-likely-to-sue-league-if-suspended/|title=Richard Sherman likely to sue league if suspended|publisher=''NBC Sports''|work=Pro Football Talk|date=December 26, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> Prior to the [[2012–13 NFL playoffs#Wild Card playoffs|wildcard matchup]] between the Seahawks and the [[Washington Redskins|Redskins]], [[Kedric Golston]], a Redskins [[linebacker]] called out Sherman by saying "He's a cheater," referring to Sherman's successful suspension appeal.<ref>{{cite web|author=Dan Hanzus|url=http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000122132/article/redskins-player-on-richard-sherman-hes-a-cheater|title=Redskins player on Richard Sherman: 'He's a cheater'|publisher=''NFL.com''|work=Around the League|date=January 4, 2013|accessdate=January 5, 2012}}</ref>

===Controversies===
Sherman has been involved in several controversies during his short NFL career. One of these controversies is his ''Optimus Prime'' nickname, referring to [[Calvin Johnson]], who is nicknamed ''Megatron''.<ref>{{cite web|author=Nate Davis|url=http://www.usatoday.com/story/gameon/2012/10/25/optimus-prime-richard-sherman-seahawks-calvin-johnson-megatron/1657505/|title=Megatron ready for Seahawks' Optimus Prime|publisher=''USA Today''|work=Game On!|date=October 25, 2012|accessdate=March 9, 2013}}</ref> Sherman repeatedly taunted [[Tom Brady]] and the Patriots during an October 2012 game. After the game, Sherman posted to his Twitter account a photo of himself yelling at Brady with "U mad bro?" superimposed on it. He later removed the post.<ref name=BradyUMad/> Sherman also stirred controversy with his response to not being selected to the [[2013 Pro Bowl]].<ref name=ProBowl/> In March 2013, Sherman went on to ''[[ESPN First Take]]'', where he argued with [[Skip Bayless]]. Sherman told Bayless "I'm intelligent enough and capable enough to understand that you are an ignorant, pompous, egotistical cretin. I am going to crush you on here because I am tired of hearing about it." He also claimed that he was "better at life" than the First Take analyst, which sparked a response from fellow ESPN analyst Bill Simmons that blasted the First Take program.<ref>{{cite web|author=Chris Chase|url=http://www.usatoday.com/story/gameon/2013/03/07/richard-sherman-skip-bayless-first-take-fight/1971737/|title=Richard Sherman blasts Skip Bayless on 'First Take'|publisher=''USA Today''|work=Game On!|date=March 7, 2013|accessdate=March 8, 2013}}</ref> Sherman was also involved in a [[Twitter]] feud with fellow NFL cornerback, [[Darrelle Revis]],<ref>{{cite web|author=Gabe Zaldivar|url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1537402-seahawks-richard-sherman-slays-darrelle-revis-in-fascinating-twitter-feud|title=Seahawks' Richard Sherman Slays Jets' Darrelle Revis in Twitter Feud|publisher=''Bleacher Report''|work=B/R Swagger|date=February 20, 2013|accessdate=March 8, 2013}}</ref> to the point that [[Joe Haden]] also involved himself into the conversation, claiming that he was the No. 2 cornerback in the league, behind Revis and ahead of Sherman.<ref>[http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000148995/article/joe-haden-darrelle-revis-is-no-1-cornerback-im-no-2 Joe Haden: Darrelle Revis is No. 1 cornerback; I'm No. 2]</ref> Sherman has also been involved in controversies with [[Trent Williams]]<ref>{{cite web|author=Marc Sessler|url=http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000124388/article/trent-williams-told-richard-sherman-hed-punch-him|title=Trent Williams told Richard Sherman he'd punch him|publisher=''NFL.com''|work=Around the League|date=January 10, 2013|accessdate=March 9, 2013}}</ref> and [[Roddy White]].<ref>{{cite web|author=Ryan Wilson|url=http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/blog/eye-on-football/21721531/richard-sherman-calls-draft-a-sham-roddy-white-an-easy-matchup|title=Richard Sherman calls draft 'a sham,' Roddy White 'an easy matchup'|publisher=''CBS''|work=Eye on Football|date=February 17, 2013|accessdate=March 9, 2013}}</ref>

===Stats===
The following stats were retrieved from NFL.com.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nfl.com/player/richardsherman/2495507/profile|title=Richard Sherman|publisher=''NFL.com''|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref>
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"
|-
! rowspan="2"|Year !! rowspan="2"|Team !! rowspan="2"|G !! rowspan="2"|GS !! colspan="5" |Tackles !! colspan="6" |Interceptions !! colspan="4" |Fumbles
|-
! Comb !! Total !! Ast !! Sack !! Safeties !! PDef !! Int !! Yds !! Avg !! Lng !! TDs !! FF
|-
![[2011 NFL season|2011]] !! [[2011 Seattle Seahawks season|Seattle]]
| 16 || 10 || 55 || 47 || 8 || 0.0 || 0 || 17 || 4 || 45 || 11.2 || 33 || 0 || 1
|-
|-
![[2012 NFL season|2012]] !! [[2012 Seattle Seahawks season|Seattle]]
| 16 || 16 || 64 || 53 || 11 || 1.0 || 0 || 24 || 8 || 57 || 7.1 || 29 || 1 || 3
|-
|-
![[2013 NFL season|2013]] !! [[2013 Seattle Seahawks season|Seattle]]
| 15 || 15 || 47 || 37 || 10 || 0.0 || 0 || 15 || 8 || 125 || 15.6 || 58T || 1 || 0
|-
!colspan="2"| Total !! 47 !! 41 !! 166 !! 137 !! 29 !! 1.0 !! 0 !! 56 !! 20 !! 227 !! -- !! 58T !! 2 !! 4
|}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.richardsherman25.com/ Richard Sherman Official Website]
*{{Twitter|RSherman_25|Richard Sherman}}
*[http://www.seahawks.com/team/roster/Richard-Sherman/b689109a-5471-4c08-bd56-e1568117081e Seattle Seahawks bio]

{{Seahawks2011DraftPicks}}
{{2012 All-Pro Team}}
{{Seattle Seahawks roster navbox}}

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| SHORT DESCRIPTION = [[American football]] player
| DATE OF BIRTH = March 30, 1988
| PLACE OF BIRTH = Compton, California
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Richard Sherman

2013-12-21T12:58:06Z

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{{Infobox NFL player
|name=Richard Sherman
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|image_size=275px
|caption=Sherman in the 2012 preseason.
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|currentposition=Cornerback
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|college=[[Stanford Cardinal football|Stanford]]
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* [[Seattle Seahawks]] ({{NFL Year|2011}}–present)
|status=Active
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* [[All-Pro]] ([[2012 All-Pro Team|2012]])
* [[NFL Top 100|Ranked #50 in the Top 100 Players of 2013]]
* 3× NFC Defensive Player of The Week
*NFL Defensive Player of The Month (September 2013)
*First Seahawks Cornerback to be named NFL Defensive Player of The Month
*[[Pro Football Writers of America|PFWA]] All-Rookie Team (2011)
*[[#College awards and honors|College awards and honors]]
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'''Richard Sherman''' (born March 30, 1988), is an [[American football]] [[cornerback]] with the [[Seattle Seahawks]] of the [[National Football League]]. He was selected by the Seahawks in the fifth round (154th overall) of the [[2011 NFL Draft]]. Sherman played college football at [[Stanford Cardinal football|Stanford]] as a [[wide receiver]] and [[cornerback]] for the Cardinal.<ref name=Yahoo!>{{cite web|author=Gil Alcaraz IV|url=http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news?slug=ycn-7679270|title=An insider’s view with Stanford cornerback Richard Sherman|publisher=''Yahoo! Sports''|date=January 27, 2011|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref>

==High school career==
Sherman attended [[Dominguez High School]] in [[Compton, California]], where he starred in football and track and field. As a senior in 2006 he accounted for 1,030 all-purpose yards, including 870 yards on 28 catches and three punt returns for touchdowns. He also recorded 45 tackles, eight pass breakups and one interception as a defensive back, and helped Dominguez to a [[CIF Southern Section]] Division III title with a 41-14 victory over [[Notre Dame High School (Sherman Oaks, California)|Notre Dame High School]] in the championship game. He earned [[All-American]] honors in the [[triple jump]] and was the 7th ranked triple jumper in California in 2005.<ref>http://www.gostanford.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=30600&ATCLID=208440725</ref>

==College career==
Sherman began his career at Stanford as a [[wide receiver]] and led the Cardinal in receiving as a freshman in 2005 while being named a Freshman All-American. He caught 47 passes over the next two years before suffering a season-ending knee injury after playing in the first four games in 2008. He switched to cornerback after his injury due to team need and made 112 tackles over his final two years, which also included 6 interceptions. He was part of the [[2010 Stanford Cardinal football team]] which finished 12-1, a school record.<ref name=Yahoo!/> Sherman is a member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity.

Sherman graduated in 2010 from Stanford with a degree in Communication and returned for his final year of eligibility in order to begin a [[Master of Arts (postgraduate)|Masters degree]].<ref>{{cite web|author=Eric Sondheimer|url=http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/varsitytimesinsider/2010/06/football-richard-sherman-graduates-from-stanford.html|title=Football: Richard Sherman graduates from Stanford|publisher=''[[Los Angeles Times]]''|date=June 21, 2010|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref>

===Track and field===
Sherman was also a track star at [[Stanford University]], where he specialized in [[long Jump]] and [[triple jump]], and also ran the [[110 meter hurdles]], posting a personal best of 13.99 seconds. He was also named a USA Today All-American in track and field after winning the California state title in the [[triple jump]], with a mark of 15.44 meters.

====Personal bests====
{| class="wikitable"
|-
!Event
!Time (seconds)
!Venue
!Date
|-
|[[60 meters]]
|7.06
|Nampa, Idaho
|January 20, 2007
|-
|[[100 meters]]
|10.77
|Palo Alto, California
|March 4, 2007
|-
|[[110 meter hurdles]]
|13.99
|Palo Alto, California
|March 4, 2007
|}

{| class="wikitable"
|-
!Event
!Mark (meters)
!Venue
!Date

|-
|[[Long Jump]]
|7.10
|Seattle, Washington
|January 27, 2007
|-
|[[Triple jump]]
|15.44
|Norwalk, Connecticut
|June 3, 2006
|}

==Professional career==
===2011 NFL Combine===
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| height in = 3
| weight = 195
| dash = 4.54
| ten split = 1.56
| twenty split = 2.56
| shuttle = 4.29
| cone drill = 6.72
| vertical = 40
| broad ft = 11
| broad in = 0
| bench = 16
| wonderlic =
| arm span =
| hand span =
| note = All values from [[NFL Combine]]
}}

===Seattle Seahawks===

====2011====
Sherman was selected in the 5th round by the [[Seattle Seahawks]] in the [[2011 NFL Draft]]. Sherman remembers watching the draft with his family at home and being "livid" about players who he perceived as inferior getting drafted before him.<ref>{{cite web|author=Michael Silver|url=http://sports.yahoo.com/news/nfl--seahawks--richard-sherman-wants-to--destroy--the-nfl-and-become-the-best-cb-all-time-170800233.html|title=Seahawks' Richard Sherman wants to 'destroy' the NFL and become the best CB of all time|publisher=''Yahoo!''|date=December 11, 2012|accessdate=March 8, 2013}}</ref>

Despite starting only 10 games in his rookie season, Sherman was selected to the 2011 PFW All-Rookie Team, shattering all expectations heading into the season.<ref name="Pro Football Weekly">{{cite web|url=http://www.profootballweekly.com/story/permalink/30603|title=All Rookie Team|publisher=''Pro Football Weekly''|date=January 18, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> He also led all rookies with 21 passes defended and 4 interceptions in addition to 55 tackles.

====2012====
[[File:Richard Sherman 2013.jpg|thumb|Richard Sherman during 2013 Seattle Seahawks training camp.]]
On October 14, 2012, following [[2012 Seattle Seahawks season#Game summaries|a victory]] over the [[2012 New England Patriots season|New England Patriots]] in which he had an interception, Sherman [[Trash-talk|taunted]] the Patriots' [[quarterback]], [[Tom Brady]].<ref name=BradyUMad>{{cite web|author=Doug Farrar|url=http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nfl-shutdown-corner/richard-sherman-beats-tom-brady-taunts-pats-u-104646336--nfl.html|title=Richard Sherman beats Tom Brady; taunts the Pats with ‘U MAD BRO?’ after the game|publisher=''Yahoo! Sports''|work=Shutdown Corner|date=October 15, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref>

Prior to week 8 vs [[Detroit Lions|Detroit]], Sherman nicknamed himself [[Optimus Prime]], an action intended to send out the message that he would shut down Detroit's [[wide receiver]], [[Calvin Johnson]], known by his nickname [[Megatron]]. (Optimus Prime and Megatron are opposing characters in the ''[[Transformers]]'' franchise.) Johnson was held to 3 catches for 46 yards against Sherman and the Seahawks,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://espn.go.com/nfl/player/gamelog/_/id/10447/calvin-johnson|title=Calvin Johnson Game by Game Stats and Performance|publisher=''ESPN''|accessdate=January 9, 2013}}</ref>

On December 9, during Week 14 in a game against the [[Arizona Cardinals]], Sherman recorded 2 interceptions of [[John Skelton (American football)|John Skelton]]'s passes, one of which he returned 19 yards for a touchdown; Sherman also had 2 tackles and 1 assist and a fumble recovery, as the Seahawks took down the Cardinals 58-0 in the biggest shutout win in Seahawks history.<ref>http://www.nfl.com/gamecenter/2012120912/2012/REG14/cardinals@seahawks#menu=highlights&tab=recap</ref>

On December 23, in a Week 16 game against the [[San Francisco 49ers]], Richard Sherman had 5 tackles and recorded 1 interception against [[Colin Kaepernick]], and made a huge play on special teams when he recovered a blocked 49ers field goal and returned it 90 yards for a touchdown, which was blocked by [[Red Bryant]].<ref>http://www.nfl.com/gamecenter/2012122313/2012/REG16/49ers@seahawks#menu=highlights&tab=analyze</ref>

Heading into Week 17 of the [[2012 NFL season|2012 season]], Sherman posted 61 tackles, seven interceptions and three forced fumbles.<ref>{{cite web|author=Tyler Conway|url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1459721-pro-bowl-roster-2013-analyzing-why-richard-sherman-and-other-snubs-missed-team|title=Pro Bowl Roster 2013: Analyzing Why Richard Sherman and Other Snubs Missed Team|publisher=''Bleacher Report''|date=December 27, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> Due to his play and the fact that he was not selected to the [[2013 Pro Bowl]], Sherman was considered of one of the biggest 2013 Pro Bowl snubs.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/27/2013-pro-bowl-snubs-richard-sherman-morris_n_2368003.html|title=2013 Pro Bowl Snubs: Richard Sherman, Alfred Morris Among Notable Omissions|publisher=''Huffington Post''|date=December 27, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> Sherman told [[Associated Press]] that "It don't mean nothing," prior to the announcement of the Pro Bowl rosters.<ref name=ProBowl>{{cite web|author=Kareem Copeland|url=http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000117457/article/richard-sherman-pro-bowl-spots-dont-mean-nothing|title=Richard Sherman: Pro Bowl spots 'don't mean nothing'|publisher=''NFL.com''|work=Around the League|date=December 26, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> He was subsequently named Associated Press NFL All-Pro First Team.

In December 2012, Sherman won his appeal of a four-game suspension for violating the league's performance-enhancing drug policy.<ref>{{cite web|author=Lindsay H. Jones|url=http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/seahawks/2012/12/27/richard-sherman-seattle-seahawks-nfl-suspension/1794143/|title=Seahawks' Richard Sherman wins appeal of NFL suspension|publisher=''USA Today''|date=December 27, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> It was likely that Sherman would sue the NFL if he was suspended.<ref>{{cite web|author=Curtis Crabtree|url=http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/12/26/richard-sherman-likely-to-sue-league-if-suspended/|title=Richard Sherman likely to sue league if suspended|publisher=''NBC Sports''|work=Pro Football Talk|date=December 26, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> Prior to the [[2012–13 NFL playoffs#Wild Card playoffs|wildcard matchup]] between the Seahawks and the [[Washington Redskins|Redskins]], [[Kedric Golston]], a Redskins [[linebacker]] called out Sherman by saying "He's a cheater," referring to Sherman's successful suspension appeal.<ref>{{cite web|author=Dan Hanzus|url=http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000122132/article/redskins-player-on-richard-sherman-hes-a-cheater|title=Redskins player on Richard Sherman: 'He's a cheater'|publisher=''NFL.com''|work=Around the League|date=January 4, 2013|accessdate=January 5, 2012}}</ref>

===Controversies===
Sherman has been involved in several controversies during his short NFL career. One of these controversies is his ''Optimus Prime'' nickname, referring to [[Calvin Johnson]], who is nicknamed ''Megatron''.<ref>{{cite web|author=Nate Davis|url=http://www.usatoday.com/story/gameon/2012/10/25/optimus-prime-richard-sherman-seahawks-calvin-johnson-megatron/1657505/|title=Megatron ready for Seahawks' Optimus Prime|publisher=''USA Today''|work=Game On!|date=October 25, 2012|accessdate=March 9, 2013}}</ref> Sherman repeatedly taunted [[Tom Brady]] and the Patriots during an October 2012 game. After the game, Sherman posted to his Twitter account a photo of himself yelling at Brady with "U mad bro?" superimposed on it. He later removed the post.<ref name=BradyUMad/> Sherman also stirred controversy with his response to not being selected to the [[2013 Pro Bowl]].<ref name=ProBowl/> In March 2013, Sherman went on to ''[[ESPN First Take]]'', where he argued with [[Skip Bayless]]. Sherman told Bayless "I'm intelligent enough and capable enough to understand that you are an ignorant, pompous, egotistical cretin. I am going to crush you on here because I am tired of hearing about it." He also claimed that he was "better at life" than the First Take analyst, which sparked a response from fellow ESPN analyst Bill Simmons that blasted the First Take program.<ref>{{cite web|author=Chris Chase|url=http://www.usatoday.com/story/gameon/2013/03/07/richard-sherman-skip-bayless-first-take-fight/1971737/|title=Richard Sherman blasts Skip Bayless on 'First Take'|publisher=''USA Today''|work=Game On!|date=March 7, 2013|accessdate=March 8, 2013}}</ref> Sherman was also involved in a [[Twitter]] feud with fellow NFL cornerback, [[Darrelle Revis]],<ref>{{cite web|author=Gabe Zaldivar|url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1537402-seahawks-richard-sherman-slays-darrelle-revis-in-fascinating-twitter-feud|title=Seahawks' Richard Sherman Slays Jets' Darrelle Revis in Twitter Feud|publisher=''Bleacher Report''|work=B/R Swagger|date=February 20, 2013|accessdate=March 8, 2013}}</ref> to the point that [[Joe Haden]] also involved himself into the conversation, claiming that he was the No. 2 cornerback in the league, behind Revis and ahead of Sherman.<ref>[http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000148995/article/joe-haden-darrelle-revis-is-no-1-cornerback-im-no-2 Joe Haden: Darrelle Revis is No. 1 cornerback; I'm No. 2]</ref> Sherman has also been involved in controversies with [[Trent Williams]]<ref>{{cite web|author=Marc Sessler|url=http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000124388/article/trent-williams-told-richard-sherman-hed-punch-him|title=Trent Williams told Richard Sherman he'd punch him|publisher=''NFL.com''|work=Around the League|date=January 10, 2013|accessdate=March 9, 2013}}</ref> and [[Roddy White]].<ref>{{cite web|author=Ryan Wilson|url=http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/blog/eye-on-football/21721531/richard-sherman-calls-draft-a-sham-roddy-white-an-easy-matchup|title=Richard Sherman calls draft 'a sham,' Roddy White 'an easy matchup'|publisher=''CBS''|work=Eye on Football|date=February 17, 2013|accessdate=March 9, 2013}}</ref>

===Stats===
The following stats were retrieved from NFL.com.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nfl.com/player/richardsherman/2495507/profile|title=Richard Sherman|publisher=''NFL.com''|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref>
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"
|-
! rowspan="2"|Year !! rowspan="2"|Team !! rowspan="2"|G !! rowspan="2"|GS !! colspan="5" |Tackles !! colspan="6" |Interceptions !! colspan="4" |Fumbles
|-
! Comb !! Total !! Ast !! Sack !! Safeties !! PDef !! Int !! Yds !! Avg !! Lng !! TDs !! FF
|-
![[2011 NFL season|2011]] !! [[2011 Seattle Seahawks season|Seattle]]
| 16 || 10 || 55 || 47 || 8 || 0.0 || 0 || 17 || 4 || 45 || 11.2 || 33 || 0 || 1
|-
|-
![[2012 NFL season|2012]] !! [[2012 Seattle Seahawks season|Seattle]]
| 16 || 16 || 64 || 53 || 11 || 1.0 || 0 || 24 || 8 || 57 || 7.1 || 29 || 1 || 3
|-
!colspan="2"| Total !! 32 !! 26 !! 119 !! 100 !! 19 !! 1.0 !! 0 !! 41 !! 12 !! 102 !! -- !! 33 !! 1 !! 4
|}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.richardsherman25.com/ Richard Sherman Official Website]
*{{Twitter|RSherman_25|Richard Sherman}}
*[http://www.seahawks.com/team/roster/Richard-Sherman/b689109a-5471-4c08-bd56-e1568117081e Seattle Seahawks bio]

{{Seahawks2011DraftPicks}}
{{2012 All-Pro Team}}
{{Seattle Seahawks roster navbox}}

{{Persondata
| NAME = Sherman, Richard
| ALTERNATIVE NAMES = Optimus Prime
| SHORT DESCRIPTION = [[American football]] player
| DATE OF BIRTH = March 30, 1988
| PLACE OF BIRTH = Compton, California
| DATE OF DEATH =
| PLACE OF DEATH =
}}
{{DEFAULTSORT:Sherman, Richard}}
[[Category:1989 births]]
[[Category:Living people]]
[[Category:Seattle Seahawks players]]
[[Category:Stanford Cardinal football players]]
[[Category:American football cornerbacks]]
[[Category:American football wide receivers]]
[[Category:Sportspeople from Compton, California]]
[[Category:Players of American football from California]]

Richard Sherman

2013-12-21T12:33:10Z

Aqwfyj: /* High school career */ added details, reference

{{Infobox NFL player
|name=Richard Sherman
|image=Richard Sherman (American football).JPG
|image_size=275px
|caption=Sherman in the 2012 preseason.
|currentteam=Seattle Seahawks
|currentposition=Cornerback
|currentnumber=25
|birth_date={{birth date and age|1988|3|30}}
|birth_place=[[Compton, California]]
|heightft=6
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|college=[[Stanford Cardinal football|Stanford]]
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|draftround=5
|draftpick=154
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|finalyear=
|finalteam=
|pastteams=<nowiki></nowiki>
* [[Seattle Seahawks]] ({{NFL Year|2011}}–present)
|status=Active
|highlights=<nowiki></nowiki>
* [[All-Pro]] ([[2012 All-Pro Team|2012]])
* [[NFL Top 100|Ranked #50 in the Top 100 Players of 2013]]
* 2× NFC Defensive Player of The Week (Week 10, 2012, Week 2, 2013)
*NFL Defensive Player of The Month (September 2013)
*First Seahawks Cornerback to be named NFL Defensive Player of The Month
*[[Pro Football Writers of America|PFWA]] All-Rookie Team (2011)
*[[#College awards and honors|College awards and honors]]
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'''Richard Sherman''' (born March 30, 1988), is an [[American football]] [[cornerback]] with the [[Seattle Seahawks]] of the [[National Football League]]. He was selected by the Seahawks in the fifth round (154th overall) of the [[2011 NFL Draft]]. Sherman played college football at [[Stanford Cardinal football|Stanford]] as a [[wide receiver]] and [[cornerback]] for the Cardinal.<ref name=Yahoo!>{{cite web|author=Gil Alcaraz IV|url=http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news?slug=ycn-7679270|title=An insider’s view with Stanford cornerback Richard Sherman|publisher=''Yahoo! Sports''|date=January 27, 2011|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref>

==High school career==
Sherman attended [[Dominguez High School]] in [[Compton, California]], where he starred in football and track and field. As a senior in 2006 he accounted for 1,030 all-purpose yards, including 870 yards on 28 catches and three punt returns for touchdowns. He also recorded 45 tackles, eight pass breakups and one interception as a defensive back, and helped Dominguez to a [[CIF Southern Section]] Division III title with a 41-14 victory over [[Notre Dame High School (Sherman Oaks, California)|Notre Dame High School]] in the championship game. He earned [[All-American]] honors in the [[triple jump]] and was the 7th ranked triple jumper in California in 2005.<ref>http://www.gostanford.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=30600&ATCLID=208440725</ref>

==College career==
Sherman began his career at Stanford as a [[wide receiver]] and led the Cardinal in receiving as a freshman in 2005 while being named a Freshman All-American. He caught 47 passes over the next two years before suffering a season-ending knee injury after playing in the first four games in 2008. He switched to cornerback after his injury due to team need and made 112 tackles over his final two years, which also included 6 interceptions. He was part of the [[2010 Stanford Cardinal football team]] which finished 12-1, a school record.<ref name=Yahoo!/> Sherman is a member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity.

Sherman graduated in 2010 from Stanford with a degree in Communication and returned for his final year of eligibility in order to begin a [[Master of Arts (postgraduate)|Masters degree]].<ref>{{cite web|author=Eric Sondheimer|url=http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/varsitytimesinsider/2010/06/football-richard-sherman-graduates-from-stanford.html|title=Football: Richard Sherman graduates from Stanford|publisher=''[[Los Angeles Times]]''|date=June 21, 2010|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref>

===Track and field===
Sherman was also a track star at [[Stanford University]], where he specialized in [[long Jump]] and [[triple jump]], and also ran the [[110 meter hurdles]], posting a personal best of 13.99 seconds. He was also named a USA Today All-American in track and field after winning the California state title in the [[triple jump]], with a mark of 15.44 meters.

====Personal bests====
{| class="wikitable"
|-
!Event
!Time (seconds)
!Venue
!Date
|-
|[[60 meters]]
|7.06
|Nampa, Idaho
|January 20, 2007
|-
|[[100 meters]]
|10.77
|Palo Alto, California
|March 4, 2007
|-
|[[110 meter hurdles]]
|13.99
|Palo Alto, California
|March 4, 2007
|}

{| class="wikitable"
|-
!Event
!Mark (meters)
!Venue
!Date

|-
|[[Long Jump]]
|7.10
|Seattle, Washington
|January 27, 2007
|-
|[[Triple jump]]
|15.44
|Norwalk, Connecticut
|June 3, 2006
|}

==Professional career==
===2011 NFL Combine===
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| height in = 3
| weight = 195
| dash = 4.54
| ten split = 1.56
| twenty split = 2.56
| shuttle = 4.29
| cone drill = 6.72
| vertical = 40
| broad ft = 11
| broad in = 0
| bench = 16
| wonderlic =
| arm span =
| hand span =
| note = All values from [[NFL Combine]]
}}

===Seattle Seahawks===

====2011====
Sherman was selected in the 5th round by the [[Seattle Seahawks]] in the [[2011 NFL Draft]]. Sherman remembers watching the draft with his family at home and being "livid" about players who he perceived as inferior getting drafted before him.<ref>{{cite web|author=Michael Silver|url=http://sports.yahoo.com/news/nfl--seahawks--richard-sherman-wants-to--destroy--the-nfl-and-become-the-best-cb-all-time-170800233.html|title=Seahawks' Richard Sherman wants to 'destroy' the NFL and become the best CB of all time|publisher=''Yahoo!''|date=December 11, 2012|accessdate=March 8, 2013}}</ref>

Despite starting only 10 games in his rookie season, Sherman was selected to the 2011 PFW All-Rookie Team, shattering all expectations heading into the season.<ref name="Pro Football Weekly">{{cite web|url=http://www.profootballweekly.com/story/permalink/30603|title=All Rookie Team|publisher=''Pro Football Weekly''|date=January 18, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> He also led all rookies with 21 passes defended and 4 interceptions in addition to 55 tackles.

====2012====
[[File:Richard Sherman 2013.jpg|thumb|Richard Sherman during 2013 Seattle Seahawks training camp.]]
On October 14, 2012, following [[2012 Seattle Seahawks season#Game summaries|a victory]] over the [[2012 New England Patriots season|New England Patriots]] in which he had an interception, Sherman [[Trash-talk|taunted]] the Patriots' [[quarterback]], [[Tom Brady]].<ref name=BradyUMad>{{cite web|author=Doug Farrar|url=http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nfl-shutdown-corner/richard-sherman-beats-tom-brady-taunts-pats-u-104646336--nfl.html|title=Richard Sherman beats Tom Brady; taunts the Pats with ‘U MAD BRO?’ after the game|publisher=''Yahoo! Sports''|work=Shutdown Corner|date=October 15, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref>

Prior to week 8 vs [[Detroit Lions|Detroit]], Sherman nicknamed himself [[Optimus Prime]], an action intended to send out the message that he would shut down Detroit's [[wide receiver]], [[Calvin Johnson]], known by his nickname [[Megatron]]. (Optimus Prime and Megatron are opposing characters in the ''[[Transformers]]'' franchise.) Johnson was held to 3 catches for 46 yards against Sherman and the Seahawks,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://espn.go.com/nfl/player/gamelog/_/id/10447/calvin-johnson|title=Calvin Johnson Game by Game Stats and Performance|publisher=''ESPN''|accessdate=January 9, 2013}}</ref>

On December 9, during Week 14 in a game against the [[Arizona Cardinals]], Sherman recorded 2 interceptions of [[John Skelton (American football)|John Skelton]]'s passes, one of which he returned 19 yards for a touchdown; Sherman also had 2 tackles and 1 assist and a fumble recovery, as the Seahawks took down the Cardinals 58-0 in the biggest shutout win in Seahawks history.<ref>http://www.nfl.com/gamecenter/2012120912/2012/REG14/cardinals@seahawks#menu=highlights&tab=recap</ref>

On December 23, in a Week 16 game against the [[San Francisco 49ers]], Richard Sherman had 5 tackles and recorded 1 interception against [[Colin Kaepernick]], and made a huge play on special teams when he recovered a blocked 49ers field goal and returned it 90 yards for a touchdown, which was blocked by [[Red Bryant]].<ref>http://www.nfl.com/gamecenter/2012122313/2012/REG16/49ers@seahawks#menu=highlights&tab=analyze</ref>

Heading into Week 17 of the [[2012 NFL season|2012 season]], Sherman posted 61 tackles, seven interceptions and three forced fumbles.<ref>{{cite web|author=Tyler Conway|url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1459721-pro-bowl-roster-2013-analyzing-why-richard-sherman-and-other-snubs-missed-team|title=Pro Bowl Roster 2013: Analyzing Why Richard Sherman and Other Snubs Missed Team|publisher=''Bleacher Report''|date=December 27, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> Due to his play and the fact that he was not selected to the [[2013 Pro Bowl]], Sherman was considered of one of the biggest 2013 Pro Bowl snubs.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/27/2013-pro-bowl-snubs-richard-sherman-morris_n_2368003.html|title=2013 Pro Bowl Snubs: Richard Sherman, Alfred Morris Among Notable Omissions|publisher=''Huffington Post''|date=December 27, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> Sherman told [[Associated Press]] that "It don't mean nothing," prior to the announcement of the Pro Bowl rosters.<ref name=ProBowl>{{cite web|author=Kareem Copeland|url=http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000117457/article/richard-sherman-pro-bowl-spots-dont-mean-nothing|title=Richard Sherman: Pro Bowl spots 'don't mean nothing'|publisher=''NFL.com''|work=Around the League|date=December 26, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> He was subsequently named Associated Press NFL All-Pro First Team.

In December 2012, Sherman won his appeal of a four-game suspension for violating the league's performance-enhancing drug policy.<ref>{{cite web|author=Lindsay H. Jones|url=http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/seahawks/2012/12/27/richard-sherman-seattle-seahawks-nfl-suspension/1794143/|title=Seahawks' Richard Sherman wins appeal of NFL suspension|publisher=''USA Today''|date=December 27, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> It was likely that Sherman would sue the NFL if he was suspended.<ref>{{cite web|author=Curtis Crabtree|url=http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/12/26/richard-sherman-likely-to-sue-league-if-suspended/|title=Richard Sherman likely to sue league if suspended|publisher=''NBC Sports''|work=Pro Football Talk|date=December 26, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> Prior to the [[2012–13 NFL playoffs#Wild Card playoffs|wildcard matchup]] between the Seahawks and the [[Washington Redskins|Redskins]], [[Kedric Golston]], a Redskins [[linebacker]] called out Sherman by saying "He's a cheater," referring to Sherman's successful suspension appeal.<ref>{{cite web|author=Dan Hanzus|url=http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000122132/article/redskins-player-on-richard-sherman-hes-a-cheater|title=Redskins player on Richard Sherman: 'He's a cheater'|publisher=''NFL.com''|work=Around the League|date=January 4, 2013|accessdate=January 5, 2012}}</ref>

===Controversies===
Sherman has been involved in several controversies during his short NFL career. One of these controversies is his ''Optimus Prime'' nickname, referring to [[Calvin Johnson]], who is nicknamed ''Megatron''.<ref>{{cite web|author=Nate Davis|url=http://www.usatoday.com/story/gameon/2012/10/25/optimus-prime-richard-sherman-seahawks-calvin-johnson-megatron/1657505/|title=Megatron ready for Seahawks' Optimus Prime|publisher=''USA Today''|work=Game On!|date=October 25, 2012|accessdate=March 9, 2013}}</ref> Sherman repeatedly taunted [[Tom Brady]] and the Patriots during an October 2012 game. After the game, Sherman posted to his Twitter account a photo of himself yelling at Brady with "U mad bro?" superimposed on it. He later removed the post.<ref name=BradyUMad/> Sherman also stirred controversy with his response to not being selected to the [[2013 Pro Bowl]].<ref name=ProBowl/> In March 2013, Sherman went on to ''[[ESPN First Take]]'', where he argued with [[Skip Bayless]]. Sherman told Bayless "I'm intelligent enough and capable enough to understand that you are an ignorant, pompous, egotistical cretin. I am going to crush you on here because I am tired of hearing about it." He also claimed that he was "better at life" than the First Take analyst, which sparked a response from fellow ESPN analyst Bill Simmons that blasted the First Take program.<ref>{{cite web|author=Chris Chase|url=http://www.usatoday.com/story/gameon/2013/03/07/richard-sherman-skip-bayless-first-take-fight/1971737/|title=Richard Sherman blasts Skip Bayless on 'First Take'|publisher=''USA Today''|work=Game On!|date=March 7, 2013|accessdate=March 8, 2013}}</ref> Sherman was also involved in a [[Twitter]] feud with fellow NFL cornerback, [[Darrelle Revis]],<ref>{{cite web|author=Gabe Zaldivar|url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1537402-seahawks-richard-sherman-slays-darrelle-revis-in-fascinating-twitter-feud|title=Seahawks' Richard Sherman Slays Jets' Darrelle Revis in Twitter Feud|publisher=''Bleacher Report''|work=B/R Swagger|date=February 20, 2013|accessdate=March 8, 2013}}</ref> to the point that [[Joe Haden]] also involved himself into the conversation, claiming that he was the No. 2 cornerback in the league, behind Revis and ahead of Sherman.<ref>[http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000148995/article/joe-haden-darrelle-revis-is-no-1-cornerback-im-no-2 Joe Haden: Darrelle Revis is No. 1 cornerback; I'm No. 2]</ref> Sherman has also been involved in controversies with [[Trent Williams]]<ref>{{cite web|author=Marc Sessler|url=http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000124388/article/trent-williams-told-richard-sherman-hed-punch-him|title=Trent Williams told Richard Sherman he'd punch him|publisher=''NFL.com''|work=Around the League|date=January 10, 2013|accessdate=March 9, 2013}}</ref> and [[Roddy White]].<ref>{{cite web|author=Ryan Wilson|url=http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/blog/eye-on-football/21721531/richard-sherman-calls-draft-a-sham-roddy-white-an-easy-matchup|title=Richard Sherman calls draft 'a sham,' Roddy White 'an easy matchup'|publisher=''CBS''|work=Eye on Football|date=February 17, 2013|accessdate=March 9, 2013}}</ref>

===Stats===
The following stats were retrieved from NFL.com.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nfl.com/player/richardsherman/2495507/profile|title=Richard Sherman|publisher=''NFL.com''|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref>
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"
|-
! rowspan="2"|Year !! rowspan="2"|Team !! rowspan="2"|G !! rowspan="2"|GS !! colspan="5" |Tackles !! colspan="6" |Interceptions !! colspan="4" |Fumbles
|-
! Comb !! Total !! Ast !! Sack !! Safeties !! PDef !! Int !! Yds !! Avg !! Lng !! TDs !! FF
|-
![[2011 NFL season|2011]] !! [[2011 Seattle Seahawks season|Seattle]]
| 16 || 10 || 55 || 47 || 8 || 0.0 || 0 || 17 || 4 || 45 || 11.2 || 33 || 0 || 1
|-
|-
![[2012 NFL season|2012]] !! [[2012 Seattle Seahawks season|Seattle]]
| 16 || 16 || 64 || 53 || 11 || 1.0 || 0 || 24 || 8 || 57 || 7.1 || 29 || 1 || 3
|-
!colspan="2"| Total !! 32 !! 26 !! 119 !! 100 !! 19 !! 1.0 !! 0 !! 41 !! 12 !! 102 !! -- !! 33 !! 1 !! 4
|}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.richardsherman25.com/ Richard Sherman Official Website]
*{{Twitter|RSherman_25|Richard Sherman}}
*[http://www.seahawks.com/team/roster/Richard-Sherman/b689109a-5471-4c08-bd56-e1568117081e Seattle Seahawks bio]

{{Seahawks2011DraftPicks}}
{{2012 All-Pro Team}}
{{Seattle Seahawks roster navbox}}

{{Persondata
| NAME = Sherman, Richard
| ALTERNATIVE NAMES = Optimus Prime
| SHORT DESCRIPTION = [[American football]] player
| DATE OF BIRTH = March 30, 1988
| PLACE OF BIRTH = Compton, California
| DATE OF DEATH =
| PLACE OF DEATH =
}}
{{DEFAULTSORT:Sherman, Richard}}
[[Category:1989 births]]
[[Category:Living people]]
[[Category:Seattle Seahawks players]]
[[Category:Stanford Cardinal football players]]
[[Category:American football cornerbacks]]
[[Category:American football wide receivers]]
[[Category:Sportspeople from Compton, California]]
[[Category:Players of American football from California]]

Richard Sherman

2013-12-21T12:23:22Z

Aqwfyj: /* High school career */ removing unsourced claim

{{Infobox NFL player
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* [[Seattle Seahawks]] ({{NFL Year|2011}}–present)
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* [[All-Pro]] ([[2012 All-Pro Team|2012]])
* [[NFL Top 100|Ranked #50 in the Top 100 Players of 2013]]
* 2× NFC Defensive Player of The Week (Week 10, 2012, Week 2, 2013)
*NFL Defensive Player of The Month (September 2013)
*First Seahawks Cornerback to be named NFL Defensive Player of The Month
*[[Pro Football Writers of America|PFWA]] All-Rookie Team (2011)
*[[#College awards and honors|College awards and honors]]
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'''Richard Sherman''' (born March 30, 1988), is an [[American football]] [[cornerback]] with the [[Seattle Seahawks]] of the [[National Football League]]. He was selected by the Seahawks in the fifth round (154th overall) of the [[2011 NFL Draft]]. Sherman played college football at [[Stanford Cardinal football|Stanford]] as a [[wide receiver]] and [[cornerback]] for the Cardinal.<ref name=Yahoo!>{{cite web|author=Gil Alcaraz IV|url=http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news?slug=ycn-7679270|title=An insider’s view with Stanford cornerback Richard Sherman|publisher=''Yahoo! Sports''|date=January 27, 2011|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref>

==High school career==
Sherman attended [[Dominguez High School]] in [[Compton, California]], where he starred in football and track and field. In 2006 he led his team to a championship win over Sherman Oaks Notre Dame 41-14. He averaged 30 yards per catch on 28 catches with 14 touchdowns in his senior season.

==College career==
Sherman began his career at Stanford as a [[wide receiver]] and led the Cardinal in receiving as a freshman in 2005 while being named a Freshman All-American. He caught 47 passes over the next two years before suffering a season-ending knee injury after playing in the first four games in 2008. He switched to cornerback after his injury due to team need and made 112 tackles over his final two years, which also included 6 interceptions. He was part of the [[2010 Stanford Cardinal football team]] which finished 12-1, a school record.<ref name=Yahoo!/> Sherman is a member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity.

Sherman graduated in 2010 from Stanford with a degree in Communication and returned for his final year of eligibility in order to begin a [[Master of Arts (postgraduate)|Masters degree]].<ref>{{cite web|author=Eric Sondheimer|url=http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/varsitytimesinsider/2010/06/football-richard-sherman-graduates-from-stanford.html|title=Football: Richard Sherman graduates from Stanford|publisher=''[[Los Angeles Times]]''|date=June 21, 2010|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref>

===Track and field===
Sherman was also a track star at [[Stanford University]], where he specialized in [[long Jump]] and [[triple jump]], and also ran the [[110 meter hurdles]], posting a personal best of 13.99 seconds. He was also named a USA Today All-American in track and field after winning the California state title in the [[triple jump]], with a mark of 15.44 meters.

====Personal bests====
{| class="wikitable"
|-
!Event
!Time (seconds)
!Venue
!Date
|-
|[[60 meters]]
|7.06
|Nampa, Idaho
|January 20, 2007
|-
|[[100 meters]]
|10.77
|Palo Alto, California
|March 4, 2007
|-
|[[110 meter hurdles]]
|13.99
|Palo Alto, California
|March 4, 2007
|}

{| class="wikitable"
|-
!Event
!Mark (meters)
!Venue
!Date

|-
|[[Long Jump]]
|7.10
|Seattle, Washington
|January 27, 2007
|-
|[[Triple jump]]
|15.44
|Norwalk, Connecticut
|June 3, 2006
|}

==Professional career==
===2011 NFL Combine===
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| height in = 3
| weight = 195
| dash = 4.54
| ten split = 1.56
| twenty split = 2.56
| shuttle = 4.29
| cone drill = 6.72
| vertical = 40
| broad ft = 11
| broad in = 0
| bench = 16
| wonderlic =
| arm span =
| hand span =
| note = All values from [[NFL Combine]]
}}

===Seattle Seahawks===

====2011====
Sherman was selected in the 5th round by the [[Seattle Seahawks]] in the [[2011 NFL Draft]]. Sherman remembers watching the draft with his family at home and being "livid" about players who he perceived as inferior getting drafted before him.<ref>{{cite web|author=Michael Silver|url=http://sports.yahoo.com/news/nfl--seahawks--richard-sherman-wants-to--destroy--the-nfl-and-become-the-best-cb-all-time-170800233.html|title=Seahawks' Richard Sherman wants to 'destroy' the NFL and become the best CB of all time|publisher=''Yahoo!''|date=December 11, 2012|accessdate=March 8, 2013}}</ref>

Despite starting only 10 games in his rookie season, Sherman was selected to the 2011 PFW All-Rookie Team, shattering all expectations heading into the season.<ref name="Pro Football Weekly">{{cite web|url=http://www.profootballweekly.com/story/permalink/30603|title=All Rookie Team|publisher=''Pro Football Weekly''|date=January 18, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> He also led all rookies with 21 passes defended and 4 interceptions in addition to 55 tackles.

====2012====
[[File:Richard Sherman 2013.jpg|thumb|Richard Sherman during 2013 Seattle Seahawks training camp.]]
On October 14, 2012, following [[2012 Seattle Seahawks season#Game summaries|a victory]] over the [[2012 New England Patriots season|New England Patriots]] in which he had an interception, Sherman [[Trash-talk|taunted]] the Patriots' [[quarterback]], [[Tom Brady]].<ref name=BradyUMad>{{cite web|author=Doug Farrar|url=http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nfl-shutdown-corner/richard-sherman-beats-tom-brady-taunts-pats-u-104646336--nfl.html|title=Richard Sherman beats Tom Brady; taunts the Pats with ‘U MAD BRO?’ after the game|publisher=''Yahoo! Sports''|work=Shutdown Corner|date=October 15, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref>

Prior to week 8 vs [[Detroit Lions|Detroit]], Sherman nicknamed himself [[Optimus Prime]], an action intended to send out the message that he would shut down Detroit's [[wide receiver]], [[Calvin Johnson]], known by his nickname [[Megatron]]. (Optimus Prime and Megatron are opposing characters in the ''[[Transformers]]'' franchise.) Johnson was held to 3 catches for 46 yards against Sherman and the Seahawks,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://espn.go.com/nfl/player/gamelog/_/id/10447/calvin-johnson|title=Calvin Johnson Game by Game Stats and Performance|publisher=''ESPN''|accessdate=January 9, 2013}}</ref>

On December 9, during Week 14 in a game against the [[Arizona Cardinals]], Sherman recorded 2 interceptions of [[John Skelton (American football)|John Skelton]]'s passes, one of which he returned 19 yards for a touchdown; Sherman also had 2 tackles and 1 assist and a fumble recovery, as the Seahawks took down the Cardinals 58-0 in the biggest shutout win in Seahawks history.<ref>http://www.nfl.com/gamecenter/2012120912/2012/REG14/cardinals@seahawks#menu=highlights&tab=recap</ref>

On December 23, in a Week 16 game against the [[San Francisco 49ers]], Richard Sherman had 5 tackles and recorded 1 interception against [[Colin Kaepernick]], and made a huge play on special teams when he recovered a blocked 49ers field goal and returned it 90 yards for a touchdown, which was blocked by [[Red Bryant]].<ref>http://www.nfl.com/gamecenter/2012122313/2012/REG16/49ers@seahawks#menu=highlights&tab=analyze</ref>

Heading into Week 17 of the [[2012 NFL season|2012 season]], Sherman posted 61 tackles, seven interceptions and three forced fumbles.<ref>{{cite web|author=Tyler Conway|url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1459721-pro-bowl-roster-2013-analyzing-why-richard-sherman-and-other-snubs-missed-team|title=Pro Bowl Roster 2013: Analyzing Why Richard Sherman and Other Snubs Missed Team|publisher=''Bleacher Report''|date=December 27, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> Due to his play and the fact that he was not selected to the [[2013 Pro Bowl]], Sherman was considered of one of the biggest 2013 Pro Bowl snubs.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/27/2013-pro-bowl-snubs-richard-sherman-morris_n_2368003.html|title=2013 Pro Bowl Snubs: Richard Sherman, Alfred Morris Among Notable Omissions|publisher=''Huffington Post''|date=December 27, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> Sherman told [[Associated Press]] that "It don't mean nothing," prior to the announcement of the Pro Bowl rosters.<ref name=ProBowl>{{cite web|author=Kareem Copeland|url=http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000117457/article/richard-sherman-pro-bowl-spots-dont-mean-nothing|title=Richard Sherman: Pro Bowl spots 'don't mean nothing'|publisher=''NFL.com''|work=Around the League|date=December 26, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> He was subsequently named Associated Press NFL All-Pro First Team.

In December 2012, Sherman won his appeal of a four-game suspension for violating the league's performance-enhancing drug policy.<ref>{{cite web|author=Lindsay H. Jones|url=http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/seahawks/2012/12/27/richard-sherman-seattle-seahawks-nfl-suspension/1794143/|title=Seahawks' Richard Sherman wins appeal of NFL suspension|publisher=''USA Today''|date=December 27, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> It was likely that Sherman would sue the NFL if he was suspended.<ref>{{cite web|author=Curtis Crabtree|url=http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/12/26/richard-sherman-likely-to-sue-league-if-suspended/|title=Richard Sherman likely to sue league if suspended|publisher=''NBC Sports''|work=Pro Football Talk|date=December 26, 2012|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref> Prior to the [[2012–13 NFL playoffs#Wild Card playoffs|wildcard matchup]] between the Seahawks and the [[Washington Redskins|Redskins]], [[Kedric Golston]], a Redskins [[linebacker]] called out Sherman by saying "He's a cheater," referring to Sherman's successful suspension appeal.<ref>{{cite web|author=Dan Hanzus|url=http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000122132/article/redskins-player-on-richard-sherman-hes-a-cheater|title=Redskins player on Richard Sherman: 'He's a cheater'|publisher=''NFL.com''|work=Around the League|date=January 4, 2013|accessdate=January 5, 2012}}</ref>

===Controversies===
Sherman has been involved in several controversies during his short NFL career. One of these controversies is his ''Optimus Prime'' nickname, referring to [[Calvin Johnson]], who is nicknamed ''Megatron''.<ref>{{cite web|author=Nate Davis|url=http://www.usatoday.com/story/gameon/2012/10/25/optimus-prime-richard-sherman-seahawks-calvin-johnson-megatron/1657505/|title=Megatron ready for Seahawks' Optimus Prime|publisher=''USA Today''|work=Game On!|date=October 25, 2012|accessdate=March 9, 2013}}</ref> Sherman repeatedly taunted [[Tom Brady]] and the Patriots during an October 2012 game. After the game, Sherman posted to his Twitter account a photo of himself yelling at Brady with "U mad bro?" superimposed on it. He later removed the post.<ref name=BradyUMad/> Sherman also stirred controversy with his response to not being selected to the [[2013 Pro Bowl]].<ref name=ProBowl/> In March 2013, Sherman went on to ''[[ESPN First Take]]'', where he argued with [[Skip Bayless]]. Sherman told Bayless "I'm intelligent enough and capable enough to understand that you are an ignorant, pompous, egotistical cretin. I am going to crush you on here because I am tired of hearing about it." He also claimed that he was "better at life" than the First Take analyst, which sparked a response from fellow ESPN analyst Bill Simmons that blasted the First Take program.<ref>{{cite web|author=Chris Chase|url=http://www.usatoday.com/story/gameon/2013/03/07/richard-sherman-skip-bayless-first-take-fight/1971737/|title=Richard Sherman blasts Skip Bayless on 'First Take'|publisher=''USA Today''|work=Game On!|date=March 7, 2013|accessdate=March 8, 2013}}</ref> Sherman was also involved in a [[Twitter]] feud with fellow NFL cornerback, [[Darrelle Revis]],<ref>{{cite web|author=Gabe Zaldivar|url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1537402-seahawks-richard-sherman-slays-darrelle-revis-in-fascinating-twitter-feud|title=Seahawks' Richard Sherman Slays Jets' Darrelle Revis in Twitter Feud|publisher=''Bleacher Report''|work=B/R Swagger|date=February 20, 2013|accessdate=March 8, 2013}}</ref> to the point that [[Joe Haden]] also involved himself into the conversation, claiming that he was the No. 2 cornerback in the league, behind Revis and ahead of Sherman.<ref>[http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000148995/article/joe-haden-darrelle-revis-is-no-1-cornerback-im-no-2 Joe Haden: Darrelle Revis is No. 1 cornerback; I'm No. 2]</ref> Sherman has also been involved in controversies with [[Trent Williams]]<ref>{{cite web|author=Marc Sessler|url=http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000124388/article/trent-williams-told-richard-sherman-hed-punch-him|title=Trent Williams told Richard Sherman he'd punch him|publisher=''NFL.com''|work=Around the League|date=January 10, 2013|accessdate=March 9, 2013}}</ref> and [[Roddy White]].<ref>{{cite web|author=Ryan Wilson|url=http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/blog/eye-on-football/21721531/richard-sherman-calls-draft-a-sham-roddy-white-an-easy-matchup|title=Richard Sherman calls draft 'a sham,' Roddy White 'an easy matchup'|publisher=''CBS''|work=Eye on Football|date=February 17, 2013|accessdate=March 9, 2013}}</ref>

===Stats===
The following stats were retrieved from NFL.com.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nfl.com/player/richardsherman/2495507/profile|title=Richard Sherman|publisher=''NFL.com''|accessdate=December 27, 2012}}</ref>
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"
|-
! rowspan="2"|Year !! rowspan="2"|Team !! rowspan="2"|G !! rowspan="2"|GS !! colspan="5" |Tackles !! colspan="6" |Interceptions !! colspan="4" |Fumbles
|-
! Comb !! Total !! Ast !! Sack !! Safeties !! PDef !! Int !! Yds !! Avg !! Lng !! TDs !! FF
|-
![[2011 NFL season|2011]] !! [[2011 Seattle Seahawks season|Seattle]]
| 16 || 10 || 55 || 47 || 8 || 0.0 || 0 || 17 || 4 || 45 || 11.2 || 33 || 0 || 1
|-
|-
![[2012 NFL season|2012]] !! [[2012 Seattle Seahawks season|Seattle]]
| 16 || 16 || 64 || 53 || 11 || 1.0 || 0 || 24 || 8 || 57 || 7.1 || 29 || 1 || 3
|-
!colspan="2"| Total !! 32 !! 26 !! 119 !! 100 !! 19 !! 1.0 !! 0 !! 41 !! 12 !! 102 !! -- !! 33 !! 1 !! 4
|}

==References==
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==External links==
*[http://www.richardsherman25.com/ Richard Sherman Official Website]
*{{Twitter|RSherman_25|Richard Sherman}}
*[http://www.seahawks.com/team/roster/Richard-Sherman/b689109a-5471-4c08-bd56-e1568117081e Seattle Seahawks bio]

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| NAME = Sherman, Richard
| ALTERNATIVE NAMES = Optimus Prime
| SHORT DESCRIPTION = [[American football]] player
| DATE OF BIRTH = March 30, 1988
| PLACE OF BIRTH = Compton, California
| DATE OF DEATH =
| PLACE OF DEATH =
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St. George’s University (Grenada)

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|chancellor= Charles R. Modica
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'''St. George’s University''' is an independent, for-profit, international university in [[Grenada]], [[West Indies]], offering degrees in [[medicine]], [[veterinary medicine]], [[public health]], the [[health sciences]], [[nursing]], arts and sciences, and [[business]].

St. George's University was established by an act of [[Grenada|Grenada's]] [[Parliament of Grenada|parliament]] on July 23, 1976. Classes in the School of Medicine began January 17, 1977. In 1993, the University added graduate and undergraduate programs. In 1996, it was granted a charter for the School of Arts and Sciences and a Graduate Studies Program. In 1997, undergraduate courses in international business, life sciences, medical sciences, pre-medical and pre-veterinary medicine were added. The School of Veterinary Medicine was established in 1999. In 2008, the School of Nursing opened.

==History==
St. George's University was founded on July 23, 1976 by an act of Grenada's Parliament. The name is taken from the capital city of Grenada. The original founders were Charles Modica, Louis Modica, Edward McGowan, and Patrick F. Adams. Classes at St. George’s School of Medicine began on January 17, 1977. Almost all of the founding faculty members had been educated either in the United States or Europe.

A Marxist coup forcibly overturned the Gairy government of Grenada in 1979, as the school was in its infancy with a student enrollment of 630. There were nearly 1000 Americans on the island (including students, faculty, families, etc.). The U.S. government launched [[Operation Urgent Fury]] in 1983 as a result. Students were evacuated and classes were moved to [[Long Island]], [[New York]]; [[New Jersey]], and [[Barbados]] temporarily until 1984.<ref>{{cite web | title = St. George's University History | url = http://www.sgu.edu/about-sgu/history-of-sgu.html | accessdate = 2009-11-29}}</ref>

The reason given by the U.S. Administration of [[Ronald Reagan]] to justify the October 1983 [[invasion of Grenada]] was to rescue American medical students at St. George’s University from the danger posed to them by the violent coup that had overthrown Grenada’s Prime Minister [[Maurice Bishop]].<ref>{{cite news | title = Less Strategic Now, Grenada Is to Lose American Embassy | url = http://query.nytimes.com/gst/fullpage.html?res=9C0CE4DB1330F931A35756C0A962958260&sec=&spon=&pagewanted=print | accessdate = 2007-11-07 | work=The New York Times | first=Steven A. | last=Holmes | date=1994-05-02}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | title = Jonetown | url = http://www.fonebone.net/Jonestown/08.Chap.txt | accessdate = 2007-11-07}}</ref> Bishop, a number of members of his government and several dozen civilians were killed in the coup and the island had been placed under a 24-hour curfew.<ref>{{cite web | title = Remembering Reagan's Invasion of Grenada | url = http://www.democracynow.org/2004/6/10/remembering_reagans_invasion_of_grenada | accessdate = 2007-11-07}}</ref> During the days immediately after the coup, the only independent information coming out of Grenada was from a [[amateur radio operator|ham radio]] operated by a St. George’s student.<ref>{{cite news | title = Getting Back to Normal | url = http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,926318-1,00.html | accessdate = 2007-11-07 | work=Time | date=1983-11-21 | first1=Ed | last1=Magnuson | first2=Christopher | last2=Redman | first3=William | last3=McWhlrter}}</ref><ref>{{cite news | first=Ed | last=Magnuson | coauthors= | title=D-Day in Grenada | date=1983-11-07 | publisher= | url =http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,949850-4,00.html | work =Time | pages = | accessdate = 2008-02-01 | language = }}</ref>
In his memoir, President Reagan recounted the return to the U.S. of the St. George’s students as an event that affected him deeply. “I was among many in our country whose eyes got a little misty when I watched their arrival in the United States on television and saw some of them lean down and kiss American soil the moment that they stepped off the airplanes that brought them home."<ref>{{cite web | title = Lebanon, Beirut and Grenada | url = http://www.ronaldreagan.com/leb.html | accessdate = 2007-11-09}}</ref>

In 1987, St. George's University obtained approval to conduct medical training in [[New York]] and [[New Jersey]], making the University the first non-US medical school to gain approval in both states. The British Medical Council granted the School limited recognition in 1988, an act that opened doors to wide acceptance in the [[British Commonwealth]] countries. Today, nearly 8,000 graduates of the University practice medicine worldwide.

In March 2013, it was reported that SGU was seeking a buyer, and could sell for more than $1 billion.<ref>http://www.reuters.com/article/2013/03/18/us-stgeorgesuniversity-sale-idUSBRE92H0ZH20130318</ref>

==Approvals and accreditations==

===The School of Medicine===
The [[Doctor of Medicine]] (MD) Program at St. George’s University School of Medicine has been [[accredited]] and/or approved by multiple external bodies:<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site">{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/about-sgu/recognition-standards.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

*Accredited by the Grenada Ministry of Health<ref>http://www.gov.gd/egov/news/2010/may10/21_05_10/item_2/health_sgu.html</ref>
*Accredited by the [[Caribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and other Health Professions]] (CAAM-HP)<ref>http://www.caam-hp.org/programmesAssessed/St%20George's.pdf</ref>
*Approved by the [[New York State Education Department]] (NYSED) for long-term clinical clerkships in New York<ref>{{cite web | title = New York State Education Department - License Application Forms |url=http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/med/medforms.htm |accessdate=2011-09-09}}</ref>
*Recognized by the [[Medical Board of California]]<ref>{{cite web | title = Medical Board of California Official Site| url = http://www.mbc.ca.gov/applicant/schools_recognized.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*Approved by the Florida Commission on Independent Education of the [[Florida Department of Education]]<ref>{{cite web | title = FCIE Official Site | url = http://www.fldoe.org/cie/pdf/annual_report.pdf |page=31 |accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The National Committee on Foreign Medical Education and Accreditation (of the [[US Department of Education]]), in conjunction with the approval of the State of New York, has deemed Grenada’s accreditation standards to be equivalent to those utilized by the United States.<ref>{{cite web | title = National Committee on Foreign Medical Education and Accreditation Official Site | url = http://www.ed.gov/about/bdscomm/list/ncfmea.html#faq| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

St. George’s School of Medicine has been reviewed and approved by the following bodies internationally:

*The Bahamas Medical Council<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Bahamas Medical Council Official Site | url = http://bahamasmedicalcouncil.net| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Bermuda Medical Council<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Bermuda Medical Council Official Site | url = http://www.commonlii.org/bm/legis/consol_act/mpr1950449| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*DIKATSA (Greek Medical Licensing Authority)<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = Hellenic National Academic Recognition Information Center Official Site | url = http://www.doatap.gr/en/istoria.php| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Sri Lankan Medical Council<ref>{{cite web | title = Sri Lanka Medical Council Official Site | url = http://www.slmedc.lk/outside.htm | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Thailand Medical Council<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Thailand Medical Council Official Site | url = http://www.tmc.or.th| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Government of Botswana<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Government of Botswana Official Site | url = http://www.moe.gov.bw/index.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Government of St. Vincent<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Government of St. Vincent Official Site | url = http://www.gov.vc/govt/about_us/education.asp| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Medical Board of Trinidad and Tobago<ref>{{cite web | title = The Medical Board of Trinidad and Tobago| url = http://www.mbtt.org/| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*Association of Caribbean Tertiary Institutions, Inc.<ref>{{cite web | title = Association of Caribbean Tertiary Institutions, Inc. | url = http://www.acticarib.org/2008_ACTI_Membership_Listing.pdf |accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Medical Council of India<ref>{{cite web | title = The Medical Council Of India| url = http://www.mciindia.org/ActsandAmendments/TheThirdScheduleofIMCAct.aspx| accessdate= 2012-03-20}}</ref>

St. George’s University graduates have also gained registration with medical licensing authorities in the following countries:
[[Australia]],
[[Bahamas]],
[[Bahrain]],
[[Bangladesh]],
[[Bermuda]],
[[Botswana]],
[[British Virgin Islands]],
[[Canada]],
[[Colombia]],
[[Cyprus]],
[[Dutch Antilles]],
[[Germany]],
[[Great Britain]],
[[Greece]],
[[Grenada]],
[[Hong Kong]],
[[Iceland]],
[[Israel]],
[[Lebanon]],
[[Madagascar]],
[[Malaysia]],
[[Nigeria]],
[[Mali]],
[[Pakistan]],
[[Saudi Arabia]],
[[Senegal]],
[[Sierra Leone]],
[[South Africa]],
[[Sri Lanka]],
[[St. Vincent (island)]],
[[Taiwan]],
[[Thailand]],
[[Trinidad and Tobago]],
[[Uganda]],
[[United Arab Emirates]],
[[United States]],
[[Vietnam]],
[[Zimbabwe]]
<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = SGU Alumni Relations Official Site | url = http://alumnirelations.sgu.edu| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

In 1996, the [[U.S. Department of Education]] reviewed the standards of medical education in 30 countries for the purpose of conferring student loans. Grenada was one of four countries approved during the initial review; the [[United Kingdom]], [[Australia]] and [[Canada]] were the other three. Other countries have subsequently been approved.<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/>

St. George's University School of Medicine is listed in the [[FAIMER]] [[International Medical Education Directory]] (IMED)<ref>https://imed.faimer.org/details.asp?country=422&school=&currpage=1&cname=GRENADA&city=&region=CA&rname=Central+America%2FCaribbean&mcode=422010&psize=25</ref> and in the [[Avicenna Directories#AVICENNA Directory for medicine|AVICENNA Directory for medicine]].<ref>http://avicennadb.ku.dk/avicenna/viewSchool.php?school=M00594&type</ref>

===The School of Veterinary Medicine===
The School of Veterinary Medicine is fully authorized by the government of Grenada to confer the [[Doctor of Veterinary Medicine]] degree upon those candidates who successfully complete its academic requirements.<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/>

The school received full accreditation by the [[American Veterinary Medical Association]] Council on Education on September 19, 2011.<ref>http://www.avma.org/onlnews/javma/nov11/x111101a.asp</ref>

==Noteworthy Rankings==
In 2008, Grenada was ranked #1 in [[United States Medical Licensing Examination|USMLE]] Step One and [[Step Two/CK]] in the Caribbean for the highest first time pass rate among all countries with medical schools in the Caribbean over the past 15 years. Grenada – with St. George’s University School of Medicine as the only medical school in Grenada – had an 84.4% pass rate in Step One, outperforming the other Caribbean countries that had an average pass rate of 49.9% during the same 15-year time period.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/news-events/news-archives08-Grenada1USMLE.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | title = Journal of Academic Medicine Official Site | url = http://journals.lww.com/academicmedicine/Abstract/2008/10001/Medical_Education_in_the_Caribbean__Variability_in.9.aspx | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

==Programs offered==

===School of Medicine===
Students wishing to achieve the Doctor of Medicine degree may enter during the premedical program during one of the three premedical sciences years, or the four-year medical program beginning with the first year of Basic Sciences, which is when most students from North America begin.<ref name="sgu.edu">{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/som/admissions.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

Students who begin the medical program in the premedical sciences years must meet the program’s academic standards to be promoted into the first year of the four-year medical program. Students pursuing the Doctor of Medicine degree begin study in Grenada or in the UK at the [[Keith B. Taylor Global Scholars Program]]. The latter offers medical students the option of spending the first year of the four-year MD degree program on the campus of [[Northumbria University]] in the United Kingdom. They continue into the second year of the four-year program in Grenada. All medical students complete clinical training in one of 60+ affiliated centers in the United States, the United Kingdom or Canada.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/som/global-scholars.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

The Keith B. Taylor Global Scholars Program (KBTGSP) is a one year program that offers first year medical students the opportunity to study in Newcastle, England. The program is only offered to new matriculates and they have the option of either doing their first year of studies in the Grenada campus or in the KBTGSP program. KBTGSP combines the St. George’s University School of Medicine MD program with a one-year experience of medical education on the Northumbria University (NU) campus in Newcastle, United Kingdom. The KBTGSP program follows the same curriculum offered in Grenada and students have the experience of being immersed in UK urban culture for a year. Everything except the location is essentially the same: the curriculum, academic calendar, services, fees and access to campus student life facilities (gyms, dining halls, libraries, playing fields, etc.). Northumbria University (NU) campus in Newcastle, United Kingdom.

In order to maintain their status with licensing boards around the world, the chairs of each department and the course directors oversee both the Grenada and UK programs. This assures that SGU offers the same program in both locations. The KBTGSP program is taught by professors from the UK and visiting professors from Grenada. The textbooks, exams and academic schedule are all the same as is offered in Grenada.

This partnership gives students the opportunity to study in the United Kingdom, Grenada and the United States. The program's goal is to broaden the participants’ understanding of the different cultures of the three host countries, while giving them insight into cross-cultural medical practices.

===School of Veterinary Medicine===
The program of study leading to the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree is discipline based. The program is delivered in two phases: a three-year preveterinary medical program and a four-year veterinary medical program. This enables students flexible entry points depending upon their academic backgrounds. Generally, students from the North American model of education who hold a baccalaureate degree enter directly into the four-year veterinary medical program.<ref name="sgu.edu"/>

Three years of the four-year veterinary medical program core curriculum is in the form of lectures and labs completed in Grenada, and the fourth clinical year is completed at American Veterinary Medical Association-accredited 35+ veterinary schools in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, or [[Republic of Ireland]]. Students apply to these schools in their third year and are accepted based on academics and professionalism. url= http://www.sgu.edu/school-of-veterinary-medicine/affiliated-universities.html <ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/svm/veterinary-program.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

===Dual Degree Programs in Medicine and Veterinary Medicine===
The School of Medicine and School of Veterinary Medicine, together with the Graduate Studies Program and Undergraduate Programs, offer professional students a variety of dual degree opportunities.

====BS/MD====
Those who enter the University in the early stage of the premedical program (the first or second year of the premedical program) may earn a bachelor’s degree upon acceptance into and completion of the first year of the four-year medical program if the qualifications for a bachelor’s degree are met.

====MD/MSc and MD/MPH====
Students who wish to enhance their educational experience and broaden their career opportunities may simultaneously earn a graduate degree in Public Health, Anatomy, Microbiology, and its related concentrations, or scientific research in specific disciplines. These dual graduate degrees require the student to study for at least one extra term in Grenada.

The dual degree offerings include: BS/MD Dual Degree, BS/DVM Dual Degree, MD/[[Master of Public Health|MPH]], DVM/MPH, MD/MSc Public Health, MD/MSc Microbiology, MD/MSc Clinical Anatomy, MD/PhD Clinical Anatomy, DVM/Master of Science (MSc). SGU is now offering an MD/MBA program as well.

===School of Arts and Sciences===
St. George’s University’s School of Arts and Sciences offers several professional and degree programs. The undergraduate program is taught in conjunction with T. A. Marryshow Community College in Grenada. The degree program offerings are:<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/sas/programs.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

*Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences
*Bachelor of Science in International Business
*Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies
*Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

===Graduate Studies Program===
The Graduate Studies Program at St. George’s University is offered within the School of Medicine, School of Veterinary Medicine, and the School of Arts and Sciences. Students benefit from the University’s community of over 100 full-time faculty members and the opportunity to participate in research projects in conjunction with the Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation, an independent [[research institute]] located on the True Blue campus.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/gs/index.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

Through its Graduate Studies Program, the School of Medicine offers master’s degree programs in Public Health, Microbiology, and Anatomy. The School also offers PhD programs in Microbiology and Anatomy.

===Nursing Program===
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program, established within the School of Medicine in 2007, is offered in two phases. In the first phase, students obtain the [[Associate Degree in Nursing]] (ADN), which is completed in two and a half years. Successful graduates are eligible to apply for licensure as Registered Nurses. The second phase is the ADN/RN to BSN program, which is completed in two years. In this phase, students will continue to evolve and learn disciplines that employ critical thinking to integrate increasingly complex knowledge, skills and technologies, and client care activities into evidence-based nursing practice. Graduates receive the Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Nursing.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/som/NursingProgram.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

==The Centre for Advancing International Management (AIM Centre)==

Established in 2008, the AIM Centre seeks to advance St. George’s University’s mission of improving health care across the world, through the development of innovative business programs that address the economic and fiscal health of the broader community. With a guiding principle of “One Health – One Medicine,” AIM prepares leaders in the sciences and business better manage their organizations and contribute to community wellness. St.George’s University has been designated by the [[Peter F. Drucker]] Institute as the founding site for the Drucker Society of the Caribbean.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/aim/index.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

==Research==

Founded in 1994 with funds granted by the University, the Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation, an independent [[non-profit organization]] located on the True Blue campus, seeks to advance health and environmental development through [[multidisciplinary]] research and education programs. Currently, the Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation carries out short- and long-term studies in epidemiology, anthropology, virology, conservation ecology, marine biology and other topics relevant to tropical climates and developing nations.<ref name="etalk.sgu.edu">{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://etalk.sgu.edu/windref/about.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

The Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation strives for program excellence by promoting collaborative relationships between internationally recognized scholars and regional scientists, by adhering to the highest ethical and academic standards in the design and conduct of research, and by maintaining computer links to the world’s scientific community.<ref name="etalk.sgu.edu"/>

==Campus Life==
St. George’s University’s True Blue campus is located on the southwest corner of Grenada overlooking the [[Caribbean Sea]].<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/life-at-sgu/island-living.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref> The campus city has recently been expanded with over 50 new wireless-enhanced structures including a [[library]], anatomy labs, [[dormitories]], [[lecture halls]], and administrative facilities.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/life-at-sgu/campus-facilities.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref> The University is home to nearly 50 student-sponsored organizations that range from science-oriented to sports to cultural interests.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/life-at-sgu/clubs-organizations.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

The students of St. George's University are represented by the Student Government Association (SGA) as well as the Undergraduate Student Government Association (USGA). The associations are active not only on-campus, but also in the local Grenadian community donating hundreds of student work hours per term and tens of thousands of [[East Caribbean dollar|dollars]] per year to local causes.

In 2009, the SGU Research Institute was established networking research endeavors throughout the New York/New Jersey area.

==2011 Tuition costs==
As published annually on SGU's website,<ref name="GSGU School of Medicine Tuition">{{cite web | title = GSGU School of Medicine Tuition | url = http://www.sgu.edu/financial-services/som-tuition.html | accessdate = 2009-09-09}}</ref> the tuition rates for St. George's University are:

'''Premedical/Grenada'''

Per Term (15 credits or more) $9,720 USD

Per Credit $675 USD

'''Preclinical/Grenada'''

Term 1 $22,414 USD

Term 2 $22,414 USD

Term 3 and 4 combined $30,660 USD

Term 5 $24,755 USD

'''Clinical Program'''

Term 7 $22,625 USD

Term 8 $22,625 USD

Term 9 $22,625 USD

Term 10 $22,625 USD

Term 11 $22,625 USD

'''Malpractice Insurance''', Terms 7-11, Per Term, Each Term: $357 USD

'''Oral Examination Fee''': $1,050 USD

'''Graduation Fee''': $564 USD

'''Books''': Approximately $800 USD per term

'''Graduate Studies Program'''
Per Credit: $649 USD

Alternate Curriculum Students who change mid-semester from a full to alternate pathway at the direction of the Dean of Students receive a full tuition refund and are re-charged at $896.00 per credit, plus full administrative/student fees.

Basic Science students who repeat courses at the direction of the promotions and/or Appeals Committee are not charged tuition for the repeated courses; however, in all these cases, full administrative/student fees are charged.

Of total cost to attend St. George’s University School of Medicine, 18% represents administrative/student fees.<ref name="GSGU School of Medicine Tuition"/>

==See also==
* [[List of medical schools in the Caribbean]]
* [[International medical graduate]]

==References and notes==
{{reflist|2}}

==External links==
* [http://www.sgu.edu/ St. George's University Home]

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IMG Academy

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[File:IMG Academy Logo.jpg|200px]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder of Bollettieri Tennis program; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institute for youth, high school, collegiate and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
[[Nick Bollettieri]] founded the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy in 1978. Sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy in 1987.<ref name="a">[http://www.bradenton.com/2012/08/19/4163910/new-img-brand-to-unify-bradenton.html New IMG brand to unify Bradenton campus | Business | Bradenton Herald]</ref> IMG acquired the youth division of the [[David Leadbetter (golf instructor)|David Leadbetter]] Golf Academy in 1993 and added programs for soccer and baseball in 1994. Hockey and basketball programs were added in 2000 and 2001, respectively, and by 2002 the IMG campus had expanded to {{convert|190|acre|km2}}.<ref>[http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/vault/article/magazine/MAG1027520/1/index.htm The education is intensive—and expensive—at IMG Academies, - 11.25.02 - SI Vault]</ref> IMG Academy suspended its hockey program in 2003.{{citation needed|date=September 2012}}

IMG Academy currently sits on {{convert|450|acre|km2}} of land, and in 2011, IMG paid $7.5 million for an additional {{convert|110|acre|km2}} adjacent to the current campus that will be used for future expansion.<ref name="a" />

==Programs==

===Bollettieri Tennis===
The Bollettieri Tennis program offers year-round tennis camps ranging from one to five weeks in length and is led by director Rohan Goetzke.<ref>[http://www.worldtennismagazine.com/archives/6830 IMG Academies appoints Rohan Goetzke]</ref> The campus has 35 outdoor hard courts, 4 indoor hard courts, and 16 green [[clay court]]s.<ref>[http://www.imgacademies.com/nick-bollettieri-tennis-academy/tennis-department/sports-facilities/ IMG Academy Bollettieri tennis program Sports Facilities]</ref>

In 1987, 32 academy students or former students were in the [[The Championships, Wimbledon|Wimbledon]] draw and 27 were in the [[U.S. Open (tennis)|U.S. Open]].

===American Football===
IMG announced the [[John Madden]] Football Academy in March 2010 and held its first camp from June 4–6, 2010. The football program offers a residency program and year-round camps ranging from three days to five weeks in length and is led by former [[National Football League|NFL]] [[quarterback]] [[Chris Weinke]].<ref>[http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2010-03-19/news/os-img-academies-john-madden-football-0319_1_img-academies-florida-state-quarterback-football-program IMG Academies launches John Madden football academy - Orlando Sentinel]</ref> The academy will begin training its own high school football team in 2013.<ref>[http://www.imgacademies.com/madden-football-academy/news/img-academy-to-field-a-high-school-football-team-in-2013/1456/ IMG Academy to field a high school football team in 2013]</ref>

===Soccer===
IMG Academy offers an Academy soccer program and year-round soccer camps. IMG Academy is home to [[United States Soccer Federation|U.S. Soccer's]] full-time residency program for the United States' U-17 and U-16 mens national teams. Started in 1999, it has become integral in developing the United States' top youth [[soccer]] prospects. The original idea of the residency program was to give elite players the opportunity to train in a professional environment as most [[Major League Soccer|MLS]] clubs did not have a substantial youth academy system in place prior to 2009. The Bradenton Academy has grown from an initial 20 players to 30 in 2002 and then to 40 in 2003. The program is now split into a U-16 squad and a U-17 squad.

A typical day for the student-athlete at Bradenton consists of academic classes in the morning followed by sports training in the afternoon. Students at the academy take accelerated courses and graduate high school a year early, making the players who do not turn pro immediately some of the most heavily recruited prospects in [[college soccer]]. The academy can trace its roots back to [[Project 2010]] which highlighted ways U.S. Soccer could make the senior men's national team a legitimate threat to win the [[FIFA World Cup|World Cup]] by the end of the decade. Two programs that were born from Project 2010 were [[Generation Adidas]] (previously called ''Project-40'') and the Bradenton academy. The academy was started in January 1999 with backing of [[International Management Group|IMG]] and [[Nike, Inc.|Nike]].

===Baseball===
IMG Academy has an Academy baseball program and year-round camps, in addition to summer Wood Bat Leagues.<ref>[http://www.imgacademies.com/baseball-academy/wood-bat-league/ Wood Bat League]</ref>

===Basketball===
IMG Academy has an Academy basketball program and year-round camps.

===Golf===
IMG Academy has an Academy golf program and year-round camps.

===Lacrosse===
IMG Academy has an Academy lacrosse program and year-round camps. IMG Academy launched a high school team in 2012.<ref>[http://insidelacrosse.com/news/2012/06/20/img-academy-field-first-lacrosse-team IMG Academy fields first lacrosse team, Inside Lacrosse]</ref>

==Notable alumni==
{{main|List of IMG Academy alumni}}
Since opening in 1978, IMG Academy has trained hundreds of [[Olympic Games|Olympic]] and professional athletes, including those in the [[National Basketball Association|NBA]], [[National Football League|NFL]], [[Major League Baseball|MLB]], [[Association of Tennis Professionals|ATP]], and [[Major League Soccer|MLS]].

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademy.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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IMG Academy

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IMG Academy

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St. George’s University (Grenada)

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{{Infobox University
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|motto= Think Beyond
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|chancellor= Charles R. Modica
|established= 1976
|type= [[For-profit school|For-profit]]<ref>[http://www.iaomc.org/sgu/10%20SGU%20Eligib&%20Certif%20Report.pdf U.S. Department of Education Eligibility and Certification Approval Report], printed February 25, 2010, archived on International Association of Medical Colleges website.</ref>
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|state= [[Saint George Parish, Grenada|St. George]]
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'''St. George’s University''' is an independent, for-profit, international university in [[Grenada]], [[West Indies]], offering degrees in [[medicine]], [[veterinary medicine]], [[public health]], the [[health sciences]], [[nursing]], arts and sciences, and [[business]].

St. George's University was established by an act of [[Grenada|Grenada's]] [[Parliament of Grenada|parliament]] on July 23, 1976. Classes in the School of Medicine began January 17, 1977. In 1993, the University added graduate and undergraduate programs. In 1996, it was granted a charter for the School of Arts and Sciences and a Graduate Studies Program. In 1997, undergraduate courses in international business, life sciences, medical sciences, pre-medical and pre-veterinary medicine were added. The School of Veterinary Medicine was established in 1999. In 2008, the School of Nursing opened.

==History==
St. George's University was founded on July 23, 1976 by an act of Grenada's Parliament. The name is taken from the capital city of Grenada. The original founders were Charles Modica, Louis Modica, Edward McGowan, and Patrick F. Adams. Classes at St. George’s School of Medicine began on January 17, 1977. Almost all of the founding faculty members had been educated either in the United States or Europe.

A Marxist coup forcibly overturned the Gairy government of Grenada in 1979, as the school was in its infancy with a student enrollment of 630. There were nearly 1000 Americans on the island (including students, faculty, families, etc.). The U.S. government launched [[Operation Urgent Fury]] in 1983 as a result. Students were evacuated and classes were moved to [[Long Island]], [[New York]]; [[New Jersey]], and [[Barbados]] temporarily until 1984.<ref>{{cite web | title = St. George's University History | url = http://www.sgu.edu/about-sgu/history-of-sgu.html | accessdate = 2009-11-29}}</ref>

The reason given by the U.S. Administration of [[Ronald Reagan]] to justify the October 1983 [[invasion of Grenada]] was to rescue American medical students at St. George’s University from the danger posed to them by the violent coup that had overthrown Grenada’s Prime Minister [[Maurice Bishop]].<ref>{{cite news | title = Less Strategic Now, Grenada Is to Lose American Embassy | url = http://query.nytimes.com/gst/fullpage.html?res=9C0CE4DB1330F931A35756C0A962958260&sec=&spon=&pagewanted=print | accessdate = 2007-11-07 | work=The New York Times | first=Steven A. | last=Holmes | date=1994-05-02}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | title = Jonetown | url = http://www.fonebone.net/Jonestown/08.Chap.txt | accessdate = 2007-11-07}}</ref> Bishop, a number of members of his government and several dozen civilians were killed in the coup and the island had been placed under a 24-hour curfew.<ref>{{cite web | title = Remembering Reagan's Invasion of Grenada | url = http://www.democracynow.org/2004/6/10/remembering_reagans_invasion_of_grenada | accessdate = 2007-11-07}}</ref> During the days immediately after the coup, the only independent information coming out of Grenada was from a [[amateur radio operator|ham radio]] operated by a St. George’s student.<ref>{{cite news | title = Getting Back to Normal | url = http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,926318-1,00.html | accessdate = 2007-11-07 | work=Time | date=1983-11-21 | first1=Ed | last1=Magnuson | first2=Christopher | last2=Redman | first3=William | last3=McWhlrter}}</ref><ref>{{cite news | first=Ed | last=Magnuson | coauthors= | title=D-Day in Grenada | date=1983-11-07 | publisher= | url =http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,949850-4,00.html | work =Time | pages = | accessdate = 2008-02-01 | language = }}</ref>
In his memoir, President Reagan recounted the return to the U.S. of the St. George’s students as an event that affected him deeply. “I was among many in our country whose eyes got a little misty when I watched their arrival in the United States on television and saw some of them lean down and kiss American soil the moment that they stepped off the airplanes that brought them home."<ref>{{cite web | title = Lebanon, Beirut and Grenada | url = http://www.ronaldreagan.com/leb.html | accessdate = 2007-11-09}}</ref>

In 1987, St. George's University obtained approval to conduct medical training in [[New York]] and [[New Jersey]], making the University the first non-US medical school to gain approval in both states. The British Medical Council granted the School limited recognition in 1988, an act that opened doors to wide acceptance in the [[British Commonwealth]] countries. Today, nearly 8,000 graduates of the University practice medicine worldwide.

In March 2013, it was reported that SGU was seeking a buyer, and could sell for more than $1 billion.<ref>http://www.reuters.com/article/2013/03/18/us-stgeorgesuniversity-sale-idUSBRE92H0ZH20130318</ref>

==Approvals and accreditations==
===The School of Medicine===
The [[Doctor of Medicine]] (MD) Program at St. George’s University School of Medicine has been [[accredited]] and/or approved by multiple external bodies:<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site">{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/about-sgu/recognition-standards.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

*Accredited by the Grenada Ministry of Health<ref>http://www.gov.gd/egov/news/2010/may10/21_05_10/item_2/health_sgu.html</ref>
*Accredited by the [[Caribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and other Health Professions]] (CAAM-HP)<ref>http://www.caam-hp.org/programmesAssessed/St%20George's.pdf</ref>
*Approved by the [[New York State Education Department]] (NYSED) for long-term clinical clerkships in New York<ref>{{cite web | title = New York State Education Department - License Application Forms |url=http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/med/medforms.htm |accessdate=2011-09-09}}</ref>
*Recognized by the [[Medical Board of California]]<ref>{{cite web | title = Medical Board of California Official Site| url = http://www.mbc.ca.gov/applicant/schools_recognized.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*Approved by the Florida Commission on Independent Education of the [[Florida Department of Education]]<ref>{{cite web | title = FCIE Official Site | url = http://www.fldoe.org/cie/pdf/annual_report.pdf |page=31 |accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The National Committee on Foreign Medical Education and Accreditation (of the [[US Department of Education]]), in conjunction with the approval of the State of New York, has deemed Grenada’s accreditation standards to be equivalent to those utilized by the United States.<ref>{{cite web | title = National Committee on Foreign Medical Education and Accreditation Official Site | url = http://www.ed.gov/about/bdscomm/list/ncfmea.html#faq| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

St. George’s School of Medicine has been reviewed and approved by the following bodies internationally:

*The Bahamas Medical Council<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Bahamas Medical Council Official Site | url = http://bahamasmedicalcouncil.net| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Bermuda Medical Council<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Bermuda Medical Council Official Site | url = http://www.commonlii.org/bm/legis/consol_act/mpr1950449| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*DIKATSA (Greek Medical Licensing Authority)<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = Hellenic National Academic Recognition Information Center Official Site | url = http://www.doatap.gr/en/istoria.php| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Sri Lankan Medical Council<ref>{{cite web | title = Sri Lanka Medical Council Official Site | url = http://www.slmedc.lk/outside.htm | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Thailand Medical Council<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Thailand Medical Council Official Site | url = http://www.tmc.or.th| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Government of Botswana<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Government of Botswana Official Site | url = http://www.moe.gov.bw/index.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Government of St. Vincent<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Government of St. Vincent Official Site | url = http://www.gov.vc/govt/about_us/education.asp| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Medical Board of Trinidad and Tobago<ref>{{cite web | title = The Medical Board of Trinidad and Tobago| url = http://www.mbtt.org/| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*Association of Caribbean Tertiary Institutions, Inc.<ref>{{cite web | title = Association of Caribbean Tertiary Institutions, Inc. | url = http://www.acticarib.org/2008_ACTI_Membership_Listing.pdf |accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Medical Council of India<ref>{{cite web | title = The Medical Council Of India| url = http://www.mciindia.org/ActsandAmendments/TheThirdScheduleofIMCAct.aspx| accessdate 2012-3-20}}</ref>

St. George’s University graduates have also gained registration with medical licensing authorities in the following countries:
[[Australia]],
[[Bahamas]],
[[Bahrain]],
[[Bangladesh]],
[[Bermuda]],
[[Botswana]],
[[British Virgin Islands]],
[[Canada]],
[[Colombia]],
[[Cyprus]],
[[Dutch Antilles]],
[[Germany]],
[[Great Britain]],
[[Greece]],
[[Grenada]],
[[Hong Kong]],
[[Iceland]],
[[Israel]],
[[Lebanon]],
[[Madagascar]],
[[Malaysia]],
[[Nigeria]],
[[Mali]],
[[Pakistan]],
[[Saudi Arabia]],
[[Senegal]],
[[Sierra Leone]],
[[South Africa]],
[[Sri Lanka]],
[[St. Vincent (island)]],
[[Taiwan]],
[[Thailand]],
[[Trinidad and Tobago]],
[[Uganda]],
[[United Arab Emirates]],
[[United States]],
[[Vietnam]],
[[Zimbabwe]]
<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = SGU Alumni Relations Official Site | url = http://alumnirelations.sgu.edu| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

In 1996, the [[U.S. Department of Education]] reviewed the standards of medical education in 30 countries for the purpose of conferring student loans. Grenada was one of four countries approved during the initial review; the [[United Kingdom]], [[Australia]] and [[Canada]] were the other three. Other countries have subsequently been approved.<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/>

St. George's University School of Medicine is listed in the [[FAIMER]] [[International Medical Education Directory]] (IMED)<ref>https://imed.faimer.org/details.asp?country=422&school=&currpage=1&cname=GRENADA&city=&region=CA&rname=Central+America%2FCaribbean&mcode=422010&psize=25</ref> and in the [[Avicenna Directories#AVICENNA Directory for medicine|AVICENNA Directory for medicine]].<ref>http://avicennadb.ku.dk/avicenna/viewSchool.php?school=M00594&type</ref>

===The School of Veterinary Medicine===
The School of Veterinary Medicine is fully authorized by the government of Grenada to confer the [[Doctor of Veterinary Medicine]] degree upon those candidates who successfully complete its academic requirements.<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/>

The school received full accreditation by the [[American Veterinary Medical Association]] Council on Education on September 19, 2011.<ref>http://www.avma.org/onlnews/javma/nov11/x111101a.asp</ref>

==Noteworthy Rankings==
In 2008, Grenada was ranked #1 in [[United States Medical Licensing Examination|USMLE]] Step One and [[Step Two/CK]] in the Caribbean for the highest first time pass rate among all countries with medical schools in the Caribbean over the past 15 years. Grenada – with St. George’s University School of Medicine as the only medical school in Grenada – had an 84.4% pass rate in Step One, outperforming the other Caribbean countries that had an average pass rate of 49.9% during the same 15-year time period.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/news-events/news-archives08-Grenada1USMLE.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | title = Journal of Academic Medicine Official Site | url = http://journals.lww.com/academicmedicine/Abstract/2008/10001/Medical_Education_in_the_Caribbean__Variability_in.9.aspx | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

==Programs offered==
===School of Medicine===
Students wishing to achieve the Doctor of Medicine degree may enter during the premedical program during one of the three premedical sciences years, or the four-year medical program beginning with the first year of Basic Sciences, which is when most students from North America begin.<ref name="sgu.edu">{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/som/admissions.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

Students who begin the medical program in the premedical sciences years must meet the program’s academic standards to be promoted into the first year of the four-year medical program. Students pursuing the Doctor of Medicine degree begin study in Grenada or in the UK at the [[Keith B. Taylor Global Scholars Program]]. The latter offers medical students the option of spending the first year of the four-year MD degree program on the campus of [[Northumbria University]] in the United Kingdom. They continue into the second year of the four-year program in Grenada. All medical students complete clinical training in one of 60+ affiliated centers in the United States, the United Kingdom or Canada.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/som/global-scholars.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

The Keith B. Taylor Global Scholars Program (KBTGSP) is a one year program that offers first year medical students the opportunity to study in Newcastle, England. The program is only offered to new matriculates and they have the option of either doing their first year of studies in the Grenada campus or in the KTBGSP program. KTBGSP combines the St. George’s University School of Medicine MD program with a one-year experience of medical education on the Northumbria University (NU) campus in Newcastle, United Kingdom. The KBTGSP program follows the same curriculum offered in Grenada and students have the experience of being immersed in UK urban culture for a year. Everything except the location is essentially the same: the curriculum, academic calendar, services, fees and access to campus student life facilities (gyms, dining halls, libraries, playing fields, etc.). Northumbria University (NU) campus in Newcastle, United Kingdom.

In order to maintain their status with licensing boards around the world, the chairs of each department and the course directors oversee both the Grenada and UK programs. This assures that SGU offers the same program in both locations. The KBTGSP program is taught by professors from the UK and visiting professors from Grenada. The textbooks, exams and academic schedule are all the same as is offered in Grenada.

This partnership gives students the opportunity to study in the United Kingdom, Grenada and the United States. The program's goal is to broaden the participants’ understanding of the different cultures of the three host countries, while giving them insight into cross-cultural medical practices.

===School of Veterinary Medicine===
The program of study leading to the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree is discipline based. The program is delivered in two phases: a three-year preveterinary medical program and a four-year veterinary medical program. This enables students flexible entry points depending upon their academic backgrounds. Generally, students from the North American model of education who hold a baccalaureate degree enter directly into the four-year veterinary medical program.<ref name="sgu.edu"/>

Three years of the four-year veterinary medical program core curriculum is in the form of lectures and labs completed in Grenada, and the fourth clinical year is completed at American Veterinary Medical Association-accredited 35+ veterinary schools in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, or [[Republic of Ireland]]. Students apply to these schools in their third year and are accepted based on academics and professionalism. url= http://www.sgu.edu/school-of-veterinary-medicine/affiliated-universities.html <ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/svm/veterinary-program.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

===Dual Degree Programs in Medicine and Veterinary Medicine===
The School of Medicine and School of Veterinary Medicine, together with the Graduate Studies Program and Undergraduate Programs, offer professional students a variety of dual degree opportunities.

====BS/MD====
Those who enter the University in the early stage of the premedical program (the first or second year of the premedical program) may earn a bachelor’s degree upon acceptance into and completion of the first year of the four-year medical program if the qualifications for a bachelor’s degree are met.

====MD/MSc and MD/MPH====
Students who wish to enhance their educational experience and broaden their career opportunities may simultaneously earn a graduate degree in Public Health, Anatomy, Microbiology, and its related concentrations, or scientific research in specific disciplines. These dual graduate degrees require the student to study for at least one extra term in Grenada.

The dual degree offerings include: BS/MD Dual Degree, BS/DVM Dual Degree, MD/[[Master of Public Health|MPH]], DVM/MPH, MD/MSc Public Health, MD/MSc Microbiology, MD/MSc Clinical Anatomy, MD/PhD Clinical Anatomy, DVM/Master of Science (MSc). SGU is now offering an MD/MBA program as well.

===School of Arts and Sciences===
St. George’s University’s School of Arts and Sciences offers several professional and degree programs. The undergraduate program is taught in conjunction with T. A. Marryshow Community College in Grenada. The degree program offerings are:<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/sas/programs.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

*Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences
*Bachelor of Science in International Business
*Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies
*Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

===Graduate Studies Program===
The Graduate Studies Program at St. George’s University is offered within the School of Medicine, School of Veterinary Medicine, and the School of Arts and Sciences. Students benefit from the University’s community of over 100 full-time faculty members and the opportunity to participate in research projects in conjunction with the Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation, an independent [[research institute]] located on the True Blue campus.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/gs/index.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

Through its Graduate Studies Program, the School of Medicine offers master’s degree programs in Public Health, Microbiology, and Anatomy. The School also offers PhD programs in Microbiology and Anatomy.

===Nursing Program===
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program, established within the School of Medicine in 2007, is offered in two phases. In the first phase, students obtain the [[Associate Degree in Nursing]] (ADN), which is completed in two and a half years. Successful graduates are eligible to apply for licensure as Registered Nurses. The second phase is the ADN/RN to BSN program, which is completed in two years. In this phase, students will continue to evolve and learn disciplines that employ critical thinking to integrate increasingly complex knowledge, skills and technologies, and client care activities into evidence-based nursing practice. Graduates receive the Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Nursing.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/som/NursingProgram.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

==The Centre for Advancing International Management (AIM Centre)==

Established in 2008, the AIM Centre seeks to advance St. George’s University’s mission of improving health care across the world, through the development of innovative business programs that address the economic and fiscal health of the broader community. With a guiding principle of “One Health – One Medicine,” AIM prepares leaders in the sciences and business better manage their organizations and contribute to community wellness. St.George’s University has been designated by the [[Peter F. Drucker]] Institute as the founding site for the Drucker Society of the Caribbean.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/aim/index.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

==Research==

Founded in 1994 with funds granted by the University, the Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation, an independent [[non-profit organization]] located on the True Blue campus, seeks to advance health and environmental development through [[multidisciplinary]] research and education programs. Currently, the Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation carries out short- and long-term studies in epidemiology, anthropology, virology, conservation ecology, marine biology and other topics relevant to tropical climates and developing nations.<ref name="etalk.sgu.edu">{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://etalk.sgu.edu/windref/about.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

The Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation strives for program excellence by promoting collaborative relationships between internationally recognized scholars and regional scientists, by adhering to the highest ethical and academic standards in the design and conduct of research, and by maintaining computer links to the world’s scientific community.<ref name="etalk.sgu.edu"/>

==Campus Life==
St. George’s University’s True Blue campus is located on the southwest corner of Grenada overlooking the [[Caribbean Sea]].<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/life-at-sgu/island-living.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref> The campus city has recently been expanded with over 50 new wireless-enhanced structures including a [[library]], anatomy labs, [[dormitories]], [[lecture halls]], and administrative facilities.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/life-at-sgu/campus-facilities.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref> The University is home to nearly 50 student-sponsored organizations that range from science-oriented to sports to cultural interests.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/life-at-sgu/clubs-organizations.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

The students of St. George's University are represented by the Student Government Association (SGA) as well as the Undergraduate Student Government Association (USGA). The associations are active not only on-campus, but also in the local Grenadian community donating hundreds of student work hours per term and tens of thousands of [[East Caribbean dollar|dollars]] per year to local causes.

In 2009, the SGU Research Institute was established networking research endeavors throughout the New York/New Jersey area.

==2011 Tuition costs==
As published annually on SGU's website,<ref name="GSGU School of Medicine Tuition">{{cite web | title = GSGU School of Medicine Tuition | url = http://www.sgu.edu/financial-services/som-tuition.html | accessdate = 2009-09-09}}</ref> the tuition rates for St. George's University are:

'''Premedical/Grenada'''

Per Term (15 credits or more) $9,720 USD

Per Credit $675 USD

'''Preclinical/Grenada'''

Term 1 $22,414 USD

Term 2 $22,414 USD

Term 3 and 4 combined $30,660 USD

Term 5 $24,755 USD

'''Clinical Program'''

Term 7 $22,625 USD

Term 8 $22,625 USD

Term 9 $22,625 USD

Term 10 $22,625 USD

Term 11 $22,625 USD

'''Malpractice Insurance''', Terms 7-11, Per Term, Each Term: $357 USD

'''Oral Examination Fee''': $1,050 USD

'''Graduation Fee''': $564 USD

'''Books''': Approximately $800 USD per term

'''Graduate Studies Program'''
Per Credit: $649 USD

Alternate Curriculum Students who change mid-semester from a full to alternate pathway at the direction of the Dean of Students receive a full tuition refund and are re-charged at $896.00 per credit, plus full administrative/student fees.

Basic Science students who repeat courses at the direction of the promotions and/or Appeals Committee are not charged tuition for the repeated courses; however, in all these cases, full administrative/student fees are charged.

Of total cost to attend St. George’s University School of Medicine, 18% represents administrative/student fees.<ref name="GSGU School of Medicine Tuition"/>

==See also==
* [[List of medical schools in the Caribbean]]
* [[International medical graduate]]

==References and notes==
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==External links==
* [http://www.sgu.edu/ St. George's University Home]

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'''St. George’s University''' is an independent, for-profit, international university in [[Grenada]], [[West Indies]], offering degrees in [[medicine]], [[veterinary medicine]], [[public health]], the [[health sciences]], [[nursing]], arts and sciences, and [[business]].

St. George's University was established by an act of [[Grenada|Grenada's]] [[Parliament of Grenada|parliament]] on July 23, 1976. Classes in the School of Medicine began January 17, 1977. In 1993, the University added graduate and undergraduate programs. In 1996, it was granted a charter for the School of Arts and Sciences and a Graduate Studies Program. In 1997, undergraduate courses in international business, life sciences, medical sciences, pre-medical and pre-veterinary medicine were added. The School of Veterinary Medicine was established in 1999. In 2008, the School of Nursing opened.

==History==
St. George's University was founded on July 23, 1976 by an act of Grenada's Parliament. The name is taken from the capital city of Grenada. The original founders were Charles Modica, Louis Modica, Edward McGowan, and Patrick F. Adams. Classes at St. George’s School of Medicine began on January 17, 1977. Almost all of the founding faculty members had been educated either in the United States or Europe.

A Marxist coup forcibly overturned the Gairy government of Grenada in 1979, as the school was in its infancy with a student enrollment of 630. There were nearly 1000 Americans on the island (including students, faculty, families, etc.). The U.S. government launched [[Operation Urgent Fury]] in 1983 as a result. Students were evacuated and classes were moved to [[Long Island]], [[New York]]; [[New Jersey]], and [[Barbados]] temporarily until 1984.<ref>{{cite web | title = St. George's University History | url = http://www.sgu.edu/about-sgu/history-of-sgu.html | accessdate = 2009-11-29}}</ref>

The reason given by the U.S. Administration of [[Ronald Reagan]] to justify the October 1983 [[invasion of Grenada]] was to rescue American medical students at St. George’s University from the danger posed to them by the violent coup that had overthrown Grenada’s Prime Minister [[Maurice Bishop]].<ref>{{cite news | title = Less Strategic Now, Grenada Is to Lose American Embassy | url = http://query.nytimes.com/gst/fullpage.html?res=9C0CE4DB1330F931A35756C0A962958260&sec=&spon=&pagewanted=print | accessdate = 2007-11-07 | work=The New York Times | first=Steven A. | last=Holmes | date=1994-05-02}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | title = Jonetown | url = http://www.fonebone.net/Jonestown/08.Chap.txt | accessdate = 2007-11-07}}</ref> Bishop, a number of members of his government and several dozen civilians were killed in the coup and the island had been placed under a 24-hour curfew.<ref>{{cite web | title = Remembering Reagan's Invasion of Grenada | url = http://www.democracynow.org/2004/6/10/remembering_reagans_invasion_of_grenada | accessdate = 2007-11-07}}</ref> During the days immediately after the coup, the only independent information coming out of Grenada was from a [[amateur radio operator|ham radio]] operated by a St. George’s student.<ref>{{cite news | title = Getting Back to Normal | url = http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,926318-1,00.html | accessdate = 2007-11-07 | work=Time | date=1983-11-21 | first1=Ed | last1=Magnuson | first2=Christopher | last2=Redman | first3=William | last3=McWhlrter}}</ref><ref>{{cite news | first=Ed | last=Magnuson | coauthors= | title=D-Day in Grenada | date=1983-11-07 | publisher= | url =http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,949850-4,00.html | work =Time | pages = | accessdate = 2008-02-01 | language = }}</ref>
In his memoir, President Reagan recounted the return to the U.S. of the St. George’s students as an event that affected him deeply. “I was among many in our country whose eyes got a little misty when I watched their arrival in the United States on television and saw some of them lean down and kiss American soil the moment that they stepped off the airplanes that brought them home."<ref>{{cite web | title = Lebanon, Beirut and Grenada | url = http://www.ronaldreagan.com/leb.html | accessdate = 2007-11-09}}</ref>

In 1987, St. George's University obtained approval to conduct medical training in [[New York]] and [[New Jersey]], making the University the first non-US medical school to gain approval in both states. The British Medical Council granted the School limited recognition in 1988, an act that opened doors to wide acceptance in the [[British Commonwealth]] countries. Today, nearly 8,000 graduates of the University practice medicine worldwide.

==Approvals and accreditations==
===The School of Medicine===
The [[Doctor of Medicine]] (MD) Program at St. George’s University School of Medicine has been [[accredited]] and/or approved by multiple external bodies:<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site">{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/about-sgu/recognition-standards.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

*Accredited by the Grenada Ministry of Health<ref>http://www.gov.gd/egov/news/2010/may10/21_05_10/item_2/health_sgu.html</ref>
*Accredited by the [[Caribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and other Health Professions]] (CAAM-HP)<ref>http://www.caam-hp.org/programmesAssessed/St%20George's.pdf</ref>
*Approved by the [[New York State Education Department]] (NYSED) for long-term clinical clerkships in New York<ref>{{cite web | title = New York State Education Department - License Application Forms |url=http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/med/medforms.htm |accessdate=2011-09-09}}</ref>
*Recognized by the [[Medical Board of California]]<ref>{{cite web | title = Medical Board of California Official Site| url = http://www.mbc.ca.gov/applicant/schools_recognized.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*Approved by the Florida Commission on Independent Education of the [[Florida Department of Education]]<ref>{{cite web | title = FCIE Official Site | url = http://www.fldoe.org/cie/pdf/annual_report.pdf |page=31 |accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The National Committee on Foreign Medical Education and Accreditation (of the [[US Department of Education]]), in conjunction with the approval of the State of New York, has deemed Grenada’s accreditation standards to be equivalent to those utilized by the United States.<ref>{{cite web | title = National Committee on Foreign Medical Education and Accreditation Official Site | url = http://www.ed.gov/about/bdscomm/list/ncfmea.html#faq| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

St. George’s School of Medicine has been reviewed and approved by the following bodies internationally:

*The Bahamas Medical Council<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Bahamas Medical Council Official Site | url = http://bahamasmedicalcouncil.net| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Bermuda Medical Council<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Bermuda Medical Council Official Site | url = http://www.commonlii.org/bm/legis/consol_act/mpr1950449| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*DIKATSA (Greek Medical Licensing Authority)<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = Hellenic National Academic Recognition Information Center Official Site | url = http://www.doatap.gr/en/istoria.php| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Sri Lankan Medical Council<ref>{{cite web | title = Sri Lanka Medical Council Official Site | url = http://www.slmedc.lk/outside.htm | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Thailand Medical Council<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Thailand Medical Council Official Site | url = http://www.tmc.or.th| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Government of Botswana<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Government of Botswana Official Site | url = http://www.moe.gov.bw/index.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Government of St. Vincent<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Government of St. Vincent Official Site | url = http://www.gov.vc/govt/about_us/education.asp| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Medical Board of Trinidad and Tobago<ref>{{cite web | title = The Medical Board of Trinidad and Tobago| url = http://www.mbtt.org/| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*Association of Caribbean Tertiary Institutions, Inc.<ref>{{cite web | title = Association of Caribbean Tertiary Institutions, Inc. | url = http://www.acticarib.org/2008_ACTI_Membership_Listing.pdf |accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Medical Council of India<ref>{{cite web | title = The Medical Council Of India| url = http://www.mciindia.org/ActsandAmendments/TheThirdScheduleofIMCAct.aspx| accessdate 2012-3-20}}</ref>

St. George’s University graduates have also gained registration with medical licensing authorities in the following countries:
[[Australia]],
[[Bahamas]],
[[Bahrain]],
[[Bangladesh]],
[[Bermuda]],
[[Botswana]],
[[British Virgin Islands]],
[[Canada]],
[[Colombia]],
[[Cyprus]],
[[Dutch Antilles]],
[[Germany]],
[[Great Britain]],
[[Greece]],
[[Grenada]],
[[Hong Kong]],
[[Iceland]],
[[Israel]],
[[Lebanon]],
[[Madagascar]],
[[Malaysia]],
[[Nigeria]],
[[Mali]],
[[Pakistan]],
[[Saudi Arabia]],
[[Senegal]],
[[Sierra Leone]],
[[South Africa]],
[[Sri Lanka]],
[[St. Vincent (island)]],
[[Taiwan]],
[[Thailand]],
[[Trinidad and Tobago]],
[[Uganda]],
[[United Arab Emirates]],
[[United States]],
[[Vietnam]],
[[Zimbabwe]]
<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = SGU Alumni Relations Official Site | url = http://alumnirelations.sgu.edu| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

In 1996, the [[U.S. Department of Education]] reviewed the standards of medical education in 30 countries for the purpose of conferring student loans. Grenada was one of four countries approved during the initial review; the [[United Kingdom]], [[Australia]] and [[Canada]] were the other three. Other countries have subsequently been approved.<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/>

St. George's University School of Medicine is listed in the [[FAIMER]] [[International Medical Education Directory]] (IMED)<ref>https://imed.faimer.org/details.asp?country=422&school=&currpage=1&cname=GRENADA&city=&region=CA&rname=Central+America%2FCaribbean&mcode=422010&psize=25</ref> and in the [[Avicenna Directories#AVICENNA Directory for medicine|AVICENNA Directory for medicine]].<ref>http://avicennadb.ku.dk/avicenna/viewSchool.php?school=M00594&type</ref>

===The School of Veterinary Medicine===
The School of Veterinary Medicine is fully authorized by the government of Grenada to confer the [[Doctor of Veterinary Medicine]] degree upon those candidates who successfully complete its academic requirements.<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/>

The school received full accreditation by the [[American Veterinary Medical Association]] Council on Education on September 19, 2011.<ref>http://www.avma.org/onlnews/javma/nov11/x111101a.asp</ref>

==Noteworthy Rankings==
In 2008, Grenada was ranked #1 in [[United States Medical Licensing Examination|USMLE]] Step One and [[Step Two/CK]] in the Caribbean for the highest first time pass rate among all countries with medical schools in the Caribbean over the past 15 years. Grenada – with St. George’s University School of Medicine as the only medical school in Grenada – had an 84.4% pass rate in Step One, outperforming the other Caribbean countries that had an average pass rate of 49.9% during the same 15-year time period.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/news-events/news-archives08-Grenada1USMLE.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | title = Journal of Academic Medicine Official Site | url = http://journals.lww.com/academicmedicine/Abstract/2008/10001/Medical_Education_in_the_Caribbean__Variability_in.9.aspx | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

==Programs offered==
===School of Medicine===
Students wishing to achieve the Doctor of Medicine degree may enter during the premedical program during one of the three premedical sciences years, or the four-year medical program beginning with the first year of Basic Sciences, which is when most students from North America begin.<ref name="sgu.edu">{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/som/admissions.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

Students who begin the medical program in the premedical sciences years must meet the program’s academic standards to be promoted into the first year of the four-year medical program. Students pursuing the Doctor of Medicine degree begin study in Grenada or in the UK at the [[Keith B. Taylor Global Scholars Program]]. The latter offers medical students the option of spending the first year of the four-year MD degree program on the campus of [[Northumbria University]] in the United Kingdom. They continue into the second year of the four-year program in Grenada. All medical students complete clinical training in one of 60+ affiliated centers in the United States, the United Kingdom or Canada.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/som/global-scholars.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

The Keith B. Taylor Global Scholars Program (KBTGSP) is a one year program that offers first year medical students the opportunity to study in Newcastle, England. The program is only offered to new matriculates and they have the option of either doing their first year of studies in the Grenada campus or in the KTBGSP program. KTBGSP combines the St. George’s University School of Medicine MD program with a one-year experience of medical education on the Northumbria University (NU) campus in Newcastle, United Kingdom. The KBTGSP program follows the same curriculum offered in Grenada and students have the experience of being immersed in UK urban culture for a year. Everything except the location is essentially the same: the curriculum, academic calendar, services, fees and access to campus student life facilities (gyms, dining halls, libraries, playing fields, etc.). Northumbria University (NU) campus in Newcastle, United Kingdom.

In order to maintain their status with licensing boards around the world, the chairs of each department and the course directors oversee both the Grenada and UK programs. This assures that SGU offers the same program in both locations. The KBTGSP program is taught by professors from the UK and visiting professors from Grenada. The textbooks, exams and academic schedule are all the same as is offered in Grenada.

This partnership gives students the opportunity to study in the United Kingdom, Grenada and the United States. The program's goal is to broaden the participants’ understanding of the different cultures of the three host countries, while giving them insight into cross-cultural medical practices.

===School of Veterinary Medicine===
The program of study leading to the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree is discipline based. The program is delivered in two phases: a three-year preveterinary medical program and a four-year veterinary medical program. This enables students flexible entry points depending upon their academic backgrounds. Generally, students from the North American model of education who hold a baccalaureate degree enter directly into the four-year veterinary medical program.<ref name="sgu.edu"/>

Three years of the four-year veterinary medical program core curriculum is in the form of lectures and labs completed in Grenada, and the fourth clinical year is completed at American Veterinary Medical Association-accredited 35+ veterinary schools in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, or [[Republic of Ireland]]. Students apply to these schools in their third year and are accepted based on academics and professionalism. url= http://www.sgu.edu/school-of-veterinary-medicine/affiliated-universities.html <ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/svm/veterinary-program.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

===Dual Degree Programs in Medicine and Veterinary Medicine===
The School of Medicine and School of Veterinary Medicine, together with the Graduate Studies Program and Undergraduate Programs, offer professional students a variety of dual degree opportunities.

====BS/MD====
Those who enter the University in the early stage of the premedical program (the first or second year of the premedical program) may earn a bachelor’s degree upon acceptance into and completion of the first year of the four-year medical program if the qualifications for a bachelor’s degree are met.

====MD/MSc and MD/MPH====
Students who wish to enhance their educational experience and broaden their career opportunities may simultaneously earn a graduate degree in Public Health, Anatomy, Microbiology, and its related concentrations, or scientific research in specific disciplines. These dual graduate degrees require the student to study for at least one extra term in Grenada.

The dual degree offerings include: BS/MD Dual Degree, BS/DVM Dual Degree, MD/[[Master of Public Health|MPH]], DVM/MPH, MD/MSc Public Health, MD/MSc Microbiology, MD/MSc Clinical Anatomy, MD/PhD Clinical Anatomy, DVM/Master of Science (MSc). SGU is now offering an MD/MBA program as well.

===School of Arts and Sciences===
St. George’s University’s School of Arts and Sciences offers several professional and degree programs. The undergraduate program is taught in conjunction with T. A. Marryshow Community College in Grenada. The degree program offerings are:<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/sas/programs.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

*Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences
*Bachelor of Science in International Business
*Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies
*Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

===Graduate Studies Program===
The Graduate Studies Program at St. George’s University is offered within the School of Medicine, School of Veterinary Medicine, and the School of Arts and Sciences. Students benefit from the University’s community of over 100 full-time faculty members and the opportunity to participate in research projects in conjunction with the Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation, an independent [[research institute]] located on the True Blue campus.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/gs/index.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

Through its Graduate Studies Program, the School of Medicine offers master’s degree programs in Public Health, Microbiology, and Anatomy. The School also offers PhD programs in Microbiology and Anatomy.

===Nursing Program===
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program, established within the School of Medicine in 2007, is offered in two phases. In the first phase, students obtain the [[Associate Degree in Nursing]] (ADN), which is completed in two and a half years. Successful graduates are eligible to apply for licensure as Registered Nurses. The second phase is the ADN/RN to BSN program, which is completed in two years. In this phase, students will continue to evolve and learn disciplines that employ critical thinking to integrate increasingly complex knowledge, skills and technologies, and client care activities into evidence-based nursing practice. Graduates receive the Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Nursing.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/som/NursingProgram.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

==The Centre for Advancing International Management (AIM Centre)==

Established in 2008, the AIM Centre seeks to advance St. George’s University’s mission of improving health care across the world, through the development of innovative business programs that address the economic and fiscal health of the broader community. With a guiding principle of “One Health – One Medicine,” AIM prepares leaders in the sciences and business better manage their organizations and contribute to community wellness. St.George’s University has been designated by the [[Peter F. Drucker]] Institute as the founding site for the Drucker Society of the Caribbean.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/aim/index.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

==Research==

Founded in 1994 with funds granted by the University, the Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation, an independent [[non-profit organization]] located on the True Blue campus, seeks to advance health and environmental development through [[multidisciplinary]] research and education programs. Currently, the Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation carries out short- and long-term studies in epidemiology, anthropology, virology, conservation ecology, marine biology and other topics relevant to tropical climates and developing nations.<ref name="etalk.sgu.edu">{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://etalk.sgu.edu/windref/about.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

The Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation strives for program excellence by promoting collaborative relationships between internationally recognized scholars and regional scientists, by adhering to the highest ethical and academic standards in the design and conduct of research, and by maintaining computer links to the world’s scientific community.<ref name="etalk.sgu.edu"/>

==Campus Life==
St. George’s University’s True Blue campus is located on the southwest corner of Grenada overlooking the [[Caribbean Sea]].<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/life-at-sgu/island-living.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref> The campus city has recently been expanded with over 50 new wireless-enhanced structures including a [[library]], anatomy labs, [[dormitories]], [[lecture halls]], and administrative facilities.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/life-at-sgu/campus-facilities.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref> The University is home to nearly 50 student-sponsored organizations that range from science-oriented to sports to cultural interests.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/life-at-sgu/clubs-organizations.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

The students of St. George's University are represented by the Student Government Association (SGA) as well as the Undergraduate Student Government Association (USGA). The associations are active not only on-campus, but also in the local Grenadian community donating hundreds of student work hours per term and tens of thousands of [[East Caribbean dollar|dollars]] per year to local causes.

In 2009, the SGU Research Institute was established networking research endeavors throughout the New York/New Jersey area.

==2011 Tuition costs==
As published annually on SGU's website,<ref name="GSGU School of Medicine Tuition">{{cite web | title = GSGU School of Medicine Tuition | url = http://www.sgu.edu/financial-services/som-tuition.html | accessdate = 2009-09-09}}</ref> the tuition rates for St. George's University are:

'''Premedical/Grenada'''

Per Term (15 credits or more) $9,720 USD

Per Credit $675 USD

'''Preclinical/Grenada'''

Term 1 $22,414 USD

Term 2 $22,414 USD

Term 3 and 4 combined $30,660 USD

Term 5 $24,755 USD

'''Clinical Program'''

Term 7 $22,625 USD

Term 8 $22,625 USD

Term 9 $22,625 USD

Term 10 $22,625 USD

Term 11 $22,625 USD

'''Malpractice Insurance''', Terms 7-11, Per Term, Each Term: $357 USD

'''Oral Examination Fee''': $1,050 USD

'''Graduation Fee''': $564 USD

'''Books''': Approximately $800 USD per term

'''Graduate Studies Program'''
Per Credit: $649 USD

Alternate Curriculum Students who change mid-semester from a full to alternate pathway at the direction of the Dean of Students receive a full tuition refund and are re-charged at $896.00 per credit, plus full administrative/student fees.

Basic Science students who repeat courses at the direction of the promotions and/or Appeals Committee are not charged tuition for the repeated courses; however, in all these cases, full administrative/student fees are charged.

Of total cost to attend St. George’s University School of Medicine, 18% represents administrative/student fees.<ref name="GSGU School of Medicine Tuition"/>

==See also==
* [[List of medical schools in the Caribbean]]
* [[International medical graduate]]

==References and notes==
{{reflist|2}}

==External links==
* [http://www.sgu.edu/ St. George's University Home]

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'''St. George’s University''' is an independent, for-profit, international university in [[Grenada]], [[West Indies]], offering degrees in [[medicine]], [[veterinary medicine]], [[public health]], the [[health sciences]], [[nursing]], arts and sciences, and [[business]].

St. George's University was established by an act of [[Grenada|Grenada's]] [[Parliament of Grenada|parliament]] on July 23, 1976. Classes in the School of Medicine began January 17, 1977. In 1993, the University added graduate and undergraduate programs. In 1996, it was granted a charter for the School of Arts and Sciences and a Graduate Studies Program. In 1997, undergraduate courses in international business, life sciences, medical sciences, pre-medical and pre-veterinary medicine were added. The School of Veterinary Medicine was established in 1999. In 2008, the School of Nursing opened.

==History==
St. George's University was founded on July 23, 1976 by an act of Grenada's Parliament. The name is taken from the capital city of Grenada. The original founders were Charles Modica, Louis Modica, Edward McGowan, and Patrick F. Adams. Classes at St. George’s School of Medicine began on January 17, 1977. Almost all of the founding faculty members had been educated either in the United States or Europe.

A Marxist coup forcibly overturned the Gairy government of Grenada in 1979, as the school was in its infancy with a student enrollment of 630. There were nearly 1000 Americans on the island (including students, faculty, families, etc.). The U.S. government launched [[Operation Urgent Fury]] in 1983 as a result. Students were evacuated and classes were moved to [[Long Island]], [[New York]]; [[New Jersey]], and [[Barbados]] temporarily until 1984.<ref>{{cite web | title = St. George's University History | url = http://www.sgu.edu/about-sgu/history-of-sgu.html | accessdate = 2009-11-29}}</ref>

The reason given by the U.S. Administration of [[Ronald Reagan]] to justify the October 1983 [[invasion of Grenada]] was to rescue American medical students at St. George’s University from the danger posed to them by the violent coup that had overthrown Grenada’s Prime Minister [[Maurice Bishop]].<ref>{{cite news | title = Less Strategic Now, Grenada Is to Lose American Embassy | url = http://query.nytimes.com/gst/fullpage.html?res=9C0CE4DB1330F931A35756C0A962958260&sec=&spon=&pagewanted=print | accessdate = 2007-11-07 | work=The New York Times | first=Steven A. | last=Holmes | date=1994-05-02}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | title = Jonetown | url = http://www.fonebone.net/Jonestown/08.Chap.txt | accessdate = 2007-11-07}}</ref> Bishop, a number of members of his government and several dozen civilians were killed in the coup and the island had been placed under a 24-hour curfew.<ref>{{cite web | title = Remembering Reagan's Invasion of Grenada | url = http://www.democracynow.org/2004/6/10/remembering_reagans_invasion_of_grenada | accessdate = 2007-11-07}}</ref> During the days immediately after the coup, the only independent information coming out of Grenada was from a [[amateur radio operator|ham radio]] operated by a St. George’s student.<ref>{{cite news | title = Getting Back to Normal | url = http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,926318-1,00.html | accessdate = 2007-11-07 | work=Time | date=1983-11-21 | first1=Ed | last1=Magnuson | first2=Christopher | last2=Redman | first3=William | last3=McWhlrter}}</ref><ref>{{cite news | first=Ed | last=Magnuson | coauthors= | title=D-Day in Grenada | date=1983-11-07 | publisher= | url =http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,949850-4,00.html | work =Time | pages = | accessdate = 2008-02-01 | language = }}</ref>
In his memoir, President Reagan recounted the return to the U.S. of the St. George’s students as an event that affected him deeply. “I was among many in our country whose eyes got a little misty when I watched their arrival in the United States on television and saw some of them lean down and kiss American soil the moment that they stepped off the airplanes that brought them home."<ref>{{cite web | title = Lebanon, Beirut and Grenada | url = http://www.ronaldreagan.com/leb.html | accessdate = 2007-11-09}}</ref>

In 1987, St. George's University obtained approval to conduct medical training in [[New York]] and [[New Jersey]], making the University the first non-US medical school to gain approval in both states. The British Medical Council granted the School limited recognition in 1988, an act that opened doors to wide acceptance in the [[British Commonwealth]] countries. Today, nearly 8,000 graduates of the University practice medicine worldwide.

==Approvals and accreditations==
===The School of Medicine===
The [[Doctor of Medicine]] (MD) Program at St. George’s University School of Medicine has been [[accredited]] and/or approved by multiple external bodies:<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site">{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/about-sgu/recognition-standards.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

*Accredited by the Grenada Ministry of Health<ref>http://www.gov.gd/egov/news/2010/may10/21_05_10/item_2/health_sgu.html</ref>
*Accredited by the [[Caribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and other Health Professions]] (CAAM-HP)<ref>http://www.caam-hp.org/programmesAssessed/St%20George's.pdf</ref>
*Approved by the [[New York State Education Department]] (NYSED) for long-term clinical clerkships in New York<ref>{{cite web | title = New York State Education Department - License Application Forms |url=http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/med/medforms.htm |accessdate=2011-09-09}}</ref>
*Recognized by the [[Medical Board of California]]<ref>{{cite web | title = Medical Board of California Official Site| url = http://www.mbc.ca.gov/applicant/schools_recognized.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*Approved by the Florida Commission on Independent Education of the [[Florida Department of Education]]<ref>{{cite web | title = FCIE Official Site | url = http://www.fldoe.org/cie/pdf/annual_report.pdf |page=31 |accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The National Committee on Foreign Medical Education and Accreditation (of the [[US Department of Education]]), in conjunction with the approval of the State of New York, has deemed Grenada’s accreditation standards to be equivalent to those utilized by the United States.<ref>{{cite web | title = National Committee on Foreign Medical Education and Accreditation Official Site | url = http://www.ed.gov/about/bdscomm/list/ncfmea.html#faq| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

St. George’s School of Medicine has been reviewed and approved by the following bodies internationally:

*The Bahamas Medical Council<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Bahamas Medical Council Official Site | url = http://bahamasmedicalcouncil.net| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Bermuda Medical Council<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Bermuda Medical Council Official Site | url = http://www.commonlii.org/bm/legis/consol_act/mpr1950449| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*DIKATSA (Greek Medical Licensing Authority)<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = Hellenic National Academic Recognition Information Center Official Site | url = http://www.doatap.gr/en/istoria.php| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Sri Lankan Medical Council<ref>{{cite web | title = Sri Lanka Medical Council Official Site | url = http://www.slmedc.lk/outside.htm | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Thailand Medical Council<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Thailand Medical Council Official Site | url = http://www.tmc.or.th| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Government of Botswana<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Government of Botswana Official Site | url = http://www.moe.gov.bw/index.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Government of St. Vincent<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Government of St. Vincent Official Site | url = http://www.gov.vc/govt/about_us/education.asp| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Medical Board of Trinidad and Tobago<ref>{{cite web | title = The Medical Board of Trinidad and Tobago| url = http://www.mbtt.org/| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*Association of Caribbean Tertiary Institutions, Inc.<ref>{{cite web | title = Association of Caribbean Tertiary Institutions, Inc. | url = http://www.acticarib.org/2008_ACTI_Membership_Listing.pdf |accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Medical Council of India<ref>{{cite web | title = The Medical Council Of India| url = http://www.mciindia.org/ActsandAmendments/TheThirdScheduleofIMCAct.aspx| access date 2012-3-20}}</ref>

St. George’s University graduates have also gained registration with medical licensing authorities in the following countries:
[[Australia]],
[[Bahamas]],
[[Bahrain]],
[[Bangladesh]],
[[Bermuda]],
[[Botswana]],
[[British Virgin Islands]],
[[Canada]],
[[Colombia]],
[[Cyprus]],
[[Dutch Antilles]],
[[Germany]],
[[Great Britain]],
[[Greece]],
[[Grenada]],
[[Hong Kong]],
[[Iceland]],
[[Israel]],
[[Lebanon]],
[[Madagascar]],
[[Malaysia]],
[[Nigeria]],
[[Mali]],
[[Pakistan]],
[[Saudi Arabia]],
[[Senegal]],
[[Sierra Leone]],
[[South Africa]],
[[Sri Lanka]],
[[St. Vincent (island)]],
[[Taiwan]],
[[Thailand]],
[[Trinidad and Tobago]],
[[Uganda]],
[[United Arab Emirates]],
[[United States]],
[[Vietnam]],
[[Zimbabwe]]
<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = SGU Alumni Relations Official Site | url = http://alumnirelations.sgu.edu| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

In 1996, the [[U.S. Department of Education]] reviewed the standards of medical education in 30 countries for the purpose of conferring student loans. Grenada was one of four countries approved during the initial review; the [[United Kingdom]], [[Australia]] and [[Canada]] were the other three. Other countries have subsequently been approved.<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/>

St. George's University School of Medicine is listed in the [[FAIMER]] [[International Medical Education Directory]] (IMED)<ref>https://imed.faimer.org/details.asp?country=422&school=&currpage=1&cname=GRENADA&city=&region=CA&rname=Central+America%2FCaribbean&mcode=422010&psize=25</ref> and in the [[Avicenna Directories#AVICENNA Directory for medicine|AVICENNA Directory for medicine]].<ref>http://avicennadb.ku.dk/avicenna/viewSchool.php?school=M00594&type</ref>

===The School of Veterinary Medicine===
The School of Veterinary Medicine is fully authorized by the government of Grenada to confer the [[Doctor of Veterinary Medicine]] degree upon those candidates who successfully complete its academic requirements.<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/>

The school received full accreditation by the [[American Veterinary Medical Association]] Council on Education on September 19, 2011.<ref>http://www.avma.org/onlnews/javma/nov11/x111101a.asp</ref>

==Noteworthy Rankings==
In 2008, Grenada was ranked #1 in [[United States Medical Licensing Examination|USMLE]] Step One and [[Step Two/CK]] in the Caribbean for the highest first time pass rate among all countries with medical schools in the Caribbean over the past 15 years. Grenada – with St. George’s University School of Medicine as the only medical school in Grenada – had an 84.4% pass rate in Step One, outperforming the other Caribbean countries that had an average pass rate of 49.9% during the same 15-year time period.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/news-events/news-archives08-Grenada1USMLE.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | title = Journal of Academic Medicine Official Site | url = http://journals.lww.com/academicmedicine/Abstract/2008/10001/Medical_Education_in_the_Caribbean__Variability_in.9.aspx | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

==Programs offered==
===School of Medicine===
Students wishing to achieve the Doctor of Medicine degree may enter during the premedical program during one of the three premedical sciences years, or the four-year medical program beginning with the first year of Basic Sciences, which is when most students from North America begin.<ref name="sgu.edu">{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/som/admissions.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

Students who begin the medical program in the premedical sciences years must meet the program’s academic standards to be promoted into the first year of the four-year medical program. Students pursuing the Doctor of Medicine degree begin study in Grenada or in the UK at the [[Keith B. Taylor Global Scholars Program]]. The latter offers medical students the option of spending the first year of the four-year MD degree program on the campus of [[Northumbria University]] in the United Kingdom. They continue into the second year of the four-year program in Grenada. All medical students complete clinical training in one of 60+ affiliated centers in the United States, the United Kingdom or Canada.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/som/global-scholars.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

The Keith B. Taylor Global Scholars Program (KBTGSP) is a one year program that offers first year medical students the opportunity to study in Newcastle, England. The program is only offered to new matriculates and they have the option of either doing their first year of studies in the Grenada campus or in the KTBGSP program. KTBGSP combines the St. George’s University School of Medicine MD program with a one-year experience of medical education on the Northumbria University (NU) campus in Newcastle, United Kingdom. The KBTGSP program follows the same curriculum offered in Grenada and students have the experience of being immersed in UK urban culture for a year. Everything except the location is essentially the same: the curriculum, academic calendar, services, fees and access to campus student life facilities (gyms, dining halls, libraries, playing fields, etc.). Northumbria University (NU) campus in Newcastle, United Kingdom.

In order to maintain their status with licensing boards around the world, the chairs of each department and the course directors oversee both the Grenada and UK programs. This assures that SGU offers the same program in both locations. The KBTGSP program is taught by professors from the UK and visiting professors from Grenada. The textbooks, exams and academic schedule are all the same as is offered in Grenada.

This partnership gives students the opportunity to study in the United Kingdom, Grenada and the United States. The program's goal is to broaden the participants’ understanding of the different cultures of the three host countries, while giving them insight into cross-cultural medical practices.

===School of Veterinary Medicine===
The program of study leading to the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree is discipline based. The program is delivered in two phases: a three-year preveterinary medical program and a four-year veterinary medical program. This enables students flexible entry points depending upon their academic backgrounds. Generally, students from the North American model of education who hold a baccalaureate degree enter directly into the four-year veterinary medical program.<ref name="sgu.edu"/>

Three years of the four-year veterinary medical program core curriculum is in the form of lectures and labs completed in Grenada, and the fourth clinical year is completed at American Veterinary Medical Association-accredited 35+ veterinary schools in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, or [[Republic of Ireland]]. Students apply to these schools in their third year and are accepted based on academics and professionalism. url= http://www.sgu.edu/school-of-veterinary-medicine/affiliated-universities.html <ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/svm/veterinary-program.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

===Dual Degree Programs in Medicine and Veterinary Medicine===
The School of Medicine and School of Veterinary Medicine, together with the Graduate Studies Program and Undergraduate Programs, offer professional students a variety of dual degree opportunities.

====BS/MD====
Those who enter the University in the early stage of the premedical program (the first or second year of the premedical program) may earn a bachelor’s degree upon acceptance into and completion of the first year of the four-year medical program if the qualifications for a bachelor’s degree are met.

====MD/MSc and MD/MPH====
Students who wish to enhance their educational experience and broaden their career opportunities may simultaneously earn a graduate degree in Public Health, Anatomy, Microbiology, and its related concentrations, or scientific research in specific disciplines. These dual graduate degrees require the student to study for at least one extra term in Grenada.

The dual degree offerings include: BS/MD Dual Degree, BS/DVM Dual Degree, MD/[[Master of Public Health|MPH]], DVM/MPH, MD/MSc Public Health, MD/MSc Microbiology, MD/MSc Clinical Anatomy, MD/PhD Clinical Anatomy, DVM/Master of Science (MSc). SGU is now offering an MD/MBA program as well.

===School of Arts and Sciences===
St. George’s University’s School of Arts and Sciences offers several professional and degree programs. The undergraduate program is taught in conjunction with T. A. Marryshow Community College in Grenada. The degree program offerings are:<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/sas/programs.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

*Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences
*Bachelor of Science in International Business
*Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies
*Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

===Graduate Studies Program===
The Graduate Studies Program at St. George’s University is offered within the School of Medicine, School of Veterinary Medicine, and the School of Arts and Sciences. Students benefit from the University’s community of over 100 full-time faculty members and the opportunity to participate in research projects in conjunction with the Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation, an independent [[research institute]] located on the True Blue campus.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/gs/index.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

Through its Graduate Studies Program, the School of Medicine offers master’s degree programs in Public Health, Microbiology, and Anatomy. The School also offers PhD programs in Microbiology and Anatomy.

===Nursing Program===
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program, established within the School of Medicine in 2007, is offered in two phases. In the first phase, students obtain the [[Associate Degree in Nursing]] (ADN), which is completed in two and a half years. Successful graduates are eligible to apply for licensure as Registered Nurses. The second phase is the ADN/RN to BSN program, which is completed in two years. In this phase, students will continue to evolve and learn disciplines that employ critical thinking to integrate increasingly complex knowledge, skills and technologies, and client care activities into evidence-based nursing practice. Graduates receive the Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Nursing.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/som/NursingProgram.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

==The Centre for Advancing International Management (AIM Centre)==

Established in 2008, the AIM Centre seeks to advance St. George’s University’s mission of improving health care across the world, through the development of innovative business programs that address the economic and fiscal health of the broader community. With a guiding principle of “One Health – One Medicine,” AIM prepares leaders in the sciences and business better manage their organizations and contribute to community wellness. St.George’s University has been designated by the [[Peter F. Drucker]] Institute as the founding site for the Drucker Society of the Caribbean.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/aim/index.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

==Research==

Founded in 1994 with funds granted by the University, the Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation, an independent [[non-profit organization]] located on the True Blue campus, seeks to advance health and environmental development through [[multidisciplinary]] research and education programs. Currently, the Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation carries out short- and long-term studies in epidemiology, anthropology, virology, conservation ecology, marine biology and other topics relevant to tropical climates and developing nations.<ref name="etalk.sgu.edu">{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://etalk.sgu.edu/windref/about.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

The Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation strives for program excellence by promoting collaborative relationships between internationally recognized scholars and regional scientists, by adhering to the highest ethical and academic standards in the design and conduct of research, and by maintaining computer links to the world’s scientific community.<ref name="etalk.sgu.edu"/>

==Campus Life==
St. George’s University’s True Blue campus is located on the southwest corner of Grenada overlooking the [[Caribbean Sea]].<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/life-at-sgu/island-living.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref> The campus city has recently been expanded with over 50 new wireless-enhanced structures including a [[library]], anatomy labs, [[dormitories]], [[lecture halls]], and administrative facilities.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/life-at-sgu/campus-facilities.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref> The University is home to nearly 50 student-sponsored organizations that range from science-oriented to sports to cultural interests.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/life-at-sgu/clubs-organizations.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

The students of St. George's University are represented by the Student Government Association (SGA) as well as the Undergraduate Student Government Association (USGA). The associations are active not only on-campus, but also in the local Grenadian community donating hundreds of student work hours per term and tens of thousands of [[East Caribbean dollar|dollars]] per year to local causes.

In 2009, the SGU Research Institute was established networking research endeavors throughout the New York/New Jersey area.

==2011 Tuition costs==
As published annually on SGU's website,<ref name="GSGU School of Medicine Tuition">{{cite web | title = GSGU School of Medicine Tuition | url = http://www.sgu.edu/financial-services/som-tuition.html | accessdate = 2009-09-09}}</ref> the tuition rates for St. George's University are:

'''Premedical/Grenada'''

Per Term (15 credits or more) $9,720 USD

Per Credit $675 USD

'''Preclinical/Grenada'''

Term 1 $22,414 USD

Term 2 $22,414 USD

Term 3 and 4 combined $30,660 USD

Term 5 $24,755 USD

'''Clinical Program'''

Term 7 $22,625 USD

Term 8 $22,625 USD

Term 9 $22,625 USD

Term 10 $22,625 USD

Term 11 $22,625 USD

'''Malpractice Insurance''', Terms 7-11, Per Term, Each Term: $357 USD

'''Oral Examination Fee''': $1,050 USD

'''Graduation Fee''': $564 USD

'''Books''': Approximately $800 USD per term

'''Graduate Studies Program'''
Per Credit: $649 USD

Alternate Curriculum Students who change mid-semester from a full to alternate pathway at the direction of the Dean of Students receive a full tuition refund and are re-charged at $896.00 per credit, plus full administrative/student fees.

Basic Science students who repeat courses at the direction of the promotions and/or Appeals Committee are not charged tuition for the repeated courses; however, in all these cases, full administrative/student fees are charged.

Of total cost to attend St. George’s University School of Medicine, 18% represents administrative/student fees.<ref name="GSGU School of Medicine Tuition"/>

==See also==
* [[List of medical schools in the Caribbean]]
* [[International medical graduate]]

==References and notes==
{{reflist|2}}

==External links==
* [http://www.sgu.edu/ St. George's University Home]

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[[Category:Veterinary schools]]
[[Category:Educational institutions established in 1976]]
[[Category:St. George's, Grenada]]

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| name = Dan Quinn
| current_title = [[Defensive Coordinator]] [[Defensive line|Defensive Line Coach]]
| sport = [[American football|Football]]
| current_team = [[University of Florida]]
| current_conference = [[Southeastern Conference]]
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| coach_years = 1994 1995 1996–1999 2000 2001–2002 2003–2004 2005–2006 2007–2008 2009–2010 2011–2012 2013–present
| coach_teams = [[William & Mary Tribe football|William & Mary]] (DL) [[VMI Keydets|Virginia Military Institute]] (DL) [[Hofstra University]] (DL) [[Hofstra University]] (DL/DC) [[San Francisco 49ers]] (DQC) [[San Francisco 49ers]] (DL) [[Miami Dolphins]] (DL) [[New York Jets]] (DL) [[Seattle Seahawks]] (DL) [[Florida Gators football|University of Florida]] (DL/DC) [[Seattle Seahawks]] (DC)
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}}'''Dan Quinn''' is the current [[defensive coordinator]] for the [[Seattle Seahawks]].<ref>https://twitter.com/Seahawks/status/291975451046449152</ref> He served as the defensive coordinator for the [[Florida Gators football|Florida Gators]] during the 2011-2012 seasons and previously served as the defensive line coach for the Seahawks.

Quinn played at Division-III Salisbury State College (now [[Salisbury University]]) as a defensive lineman from 1990 to 1993.

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.gatorzone.com/football/staff/quinn Florida Gators bio]

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Dan Quinn (Footballtrainer)

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{{Infobox college coach
| name = Dan Quinn
| current_title = [[Defensive Coordinator]] [[Defensive line|Defensive Line Coach]]
| sport = [[American football|Football]]
| current_team = [[University of Florida]]
| current_conference = [[Southeastern Conference]]
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| coach = Y
| coach_years = 1994 1995 1996–1999 2000 2001–2002 2003–2004 2005–2006 2007–2008 2009–2010 2011–2012 2013–present
| coach_teams = [[William & Mary Tribe football|William & Mary]] (DL) [[VMI Keydets|Virginia Military Institute]] (DL) [[Hofstra University]] (DL) [[Hofstra University]] (DL/DC) [[San Francisco 49ers]] (DQC) [[San Francisco 49ers]] (DL) [[Miami Dolphins]] (DL) [[New York Jets]] (DL) [[Seattle Seahawks]] (DL) [[Florida Gators football|University of Florida]] (DL/DC) [[Seattle Seahawks]] (DC)
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}}'''Dan Quinn''' is the current [[defensive coordinator]] for the [[Seattle Seahawks]].<ref>https://twitter.com/Seahawks/status/291975451046449152</ref> He served as the defensive coordinator for the [[Florida Gators football|Florida Gators]] during the 2011-2012 season and previously served as the defensive line coach for the Seahawks.

Quinn played at Division-III Salisbury State College (now [[Salisbury University]]) as a defensive lineman from 1990 to 1993.

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.gatorzone.com/football/staff/quinn Florida Gators bio]

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IMG Academy

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[File:IMG Academy Logo.jpg|200px]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder of Bollettieri Tennis program; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institute for youth, high school, collegiate and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
[[Nick Bollettieri]] founded the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy in 1978. Sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy in 1987.<ref name="a">[http://www.bradenton.com/2012/08/19/4163910/new-img-brand-to-unify-bradenton.html New IMG brand to unify Bradenton campus | Business | Bradenton Herald]</ref> IMG acquired the youth division of the [[David Leadbetter (golf instructor)|David Leadbetter]] Golf Academy in 1993 and added programs for soccer and baseball in 1994. Hockey and basketball programs were added in 2000 and 2001, respectively, and by 2002 the IMG campus had expanded to {{convert|190|acre|km2}}.<ref>[http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/vault/article/magazine/MAG1027520/1/index.htm The education is intensive—and expensive—at IMG Academies, - 11.25.02 - SI Vault]</ref> IMG Academy suspended its hockey program in 2003.{{cn|date=September 2012}}

IMG Academy currently sits on {{convert|450|acre|km2}} of land, and in 2011, IMG paid $7.5 million for an additional {{convert|110|acre|km2}} adjacent to the current campus that will be used for future expansion.<ref name="a" />

==Programs==
===Bollettieri Tennis===
The Bollettieri Tennis program offers year-round tennis camps ranging from one to five weeks in length and is led by director Rohan Goetzke <ref>[http://www.worldtennismagazine.com/archives/6830 IMG Academies appoints Rohan Goetzke]</ref>. The campus has 35 outdoor hard courts, 4 indoor hard courts, and 16 green [[clay court|clay courts]].<ref>[http://www.imgacademies.com/nick-bollettieri-tennis-academy/tennis-department/sports-facilities/ IMG Academy Bollettieri tennis program Sports Facilities]</ref>

In 1987, 32 academy students or former students were in the [[The Championships, Wimbledon|Wimbledon]] draw and 27 were in the [[U.S. Open (tennis)|U.S. Open]].

===Football===
IMG announced the [[John Madden]] Football Academy in March 2010 and held its first camp from June 4-6, 2010. The football program offers a residency program and year-round camps ranging from three days to five weeks in length and is led by former [[National Football League|NFL]] [[quarterback]] [[Chris Weinke]].<ref>[http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2010-03-19/news/os-img-academies-john-madden-football-0319_1_img-academies-florida-state-quarterback-football-program IMG Academies launches John Madden football academy - Orlando Sentinel]</ref> The academy will begin training its own high school football team in 2013.<ref>[http://www.imgacademies.com/madden-football-academy/news/img-academy-to-field-a-high-school-football-team-in-2013/1456/ IMG Academy to field a high school football team in 2013]</ref>

===Soccer===
IMG Academy offers an Academy soccer program and year-round soccer camps. IMG Academy is home to [[United States Soccer Federation|U.S. Soccer's]] full-time residency program for the United States' U-17 and U-16 mens national teams. Started in 1999, it has become integral in developing the United States' top youth [[soccer]] prospects. The original idea of the residency program was to give elite players the opportunity to train in a professional environment as most [[Major League Soccer|MLS]] clubs did not have a substantial youth academy system in place prior to 2009. The Bradenton Academy has grown from an initial 20 players to 30 in 2002 and then to 40 in 2003. The program is now split into a U-16 squad and a U-17 squad.

A typical day for the student-athlete at Bradenton consists of academic classes in the morning followed by sports training in the afternoon. Students at the academy take accelerated courses and graduate high school a year early, making the players who do not turn pro immediately some of the most heavily recruited prospects in [[college soccer]]. The academy can trace its roots back to [[Project 2010]] which highlighted ways U.S. Soccer could make the senior men's national team a legitimate threat to win the [[FIFA World Cup|World Cup]] by the end of the decade. Two programs that were born from Project 2010 were [[Generation Adidas]] (previously called ''Project-40'') and the Bradenton academy. The academy was started in January 1999 with backing of [[International Management Group|IMG]] and [[Nike, Inc.|Nike]].

===Baseball===
IMG Academy has an Academy baseball program and year-round camps, in addition to summer Wood Bat Leagues. <ref>[http://www.imgacademies.com/baseball-academy/wood-bat-league/ Wood Bat League]</ref>

===Basketball===
IMG Academy has an Academy basketball program and year-round camps.

===Golf===
IMG Academy has an Academy golf program and year-round camps.

===Lacrosse===
IMG Academy has an Academy lacrosse program and year-round camps. IMG Academy launched a high school team in 2012. <ref>[http://insidelacrosse.com/news/2012/06/20/img-academy-field-first-lacrosse-team IMG Academy fields first lacrosse team, Inside Lacrosse]</ref>

==Notable alumni==
{{main|List of IMG Academy alumni}}
Since opening in 1978, IMG Academy has trained hundreds of [[Olympic Games|Olympic]] and professional athletes, including those in the [[National Basketball Association|NBA]], [[National Football League|NFL]], [[Major League Baseball|MLB]], [[Association of Tennis Professionals|ATP]], and [[Major League Soccer|MLS]].

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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IMG Academy

2012-11-08T18:27:37Z

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[File:IMG Academy Logo.jpg|200px]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institute for youth, high school, collegiate and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
IMG Academy was founded by [[Nick Bollettieri]] in 1978 as the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy in 1987.<ref name="a">[http://www.bradenton.com/2012/08/19/4163910/new-img-brand-to-unify-bradenton.html New IMG brand to unify Bradenton campus | Business | Bradenton Herald]</ref> IMG acquired the youth division of the [[David Leadbetter (golf instructor)|David Leadbetter]] Golf Academy in 1993 and added programs for soccer and baseball in 1994. Hockey and basketball programs were added in 2000 and 2001, respectively, and by 2002 the IMG campus had expanded to {{convert|190|acre|km2}}.<ref>[http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/vault/article/magazine/MAG1027520/1/index.htm The education is intensive—and expensive—at IMG Academies, - 11.25.02 - SI Vault]</ref> IMG Academy suspended its hockey program in 2003.{{cn|date=September 2012}}

IMG Academy currently sits on {{convert|450|acre|km2}} of land, and in 2011, IMG paid $7.5 million for an additional {{convert|110|acre|km2}} adjacent to the current campus that will be used for future expansion.<ref name="a" />

==Programs==
===Bollettieri Tennis Academy===
The IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy offers year-round tennis camps ranging from one to five weeks in length and is led by program founder Nick Bollettieri. The campus has 35 outdoor hard courts, 4 indoor hard courts, and 16 green [[clay court|clay courts]].<ref>[http://www.imgacademies.com/nick-bollettieri-tennis-academy/tennis-department/sports-facilities/ IMG Academy Bollettieri tennis program Sports Facilities]</ref>

In 1987, 32 academy students or former students were in the [[The Championships, Wimbledon|Wimbledon]] draw and 27 were in the [[U.S. Open (tennis)|U.S. Open]].

===Madden Football Academy===
IMG announced the [[John Madden]] Football Academy in March 2010 and held its first camp from June 4-6, 2010. The academy offers year-round camps ranging from three days to five weeks in length and is led by former [[National Football League|NFL]] [[quarterback]] [[Chris Weinke]].<ref>[http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2010-03-19/news/os-img-academies-john-madden-football-0319_1_img-academies-florida-state-quarterback-football-program IMG Academies launches John Madden football academy - Orlando Sentinel]</ref> The academy will begin training its own high school football team in 2013.<ref>[http://www.imgacademies.com/madden-football-academy/news/img-academy-to-field-a-high-school-football-team-in-2013/1456/ IMG Academy to field a high school football team in 2013]</ref>

===Soccer===
IMG Academy, Soccer is [[United States Soccer Federation|U.S. Soccer's]] full-time residency program for the United States' U-17 and U-16 mens national teams. Started in 1999, it has become integral in developing the United States' top youth [[soccer]] prospects. The original idea of the residency program was to give elite players the opportunity to train in a professional environment as most [[Major League Soccer|MLS]] clubs did not have a substantial youth academy system in place prior to 2009. The Bradenton Academy has grown from an initial 20 players to 30 in 2002 and then to 40 in 2003. The program is now split into a U-16 squad and a U-17 squad.

A typical day for the student-athlete at Bradenton consists of academic classes in the morning followed by sports training in the afternoon. Students at the academy take accelerated courses and graduate high school a year early, making the players who do not turn pro immediately some of the most heavily recruited prospects in [[college soccer]]. The academy can trace its roots back to [[Project 2010]] which highlighted ways U.S. Soccer could make the senior men's national team a legitimate threat to win the [[FIFA World Cup|World Cup]] by the end of the decade. Two programs that were born from Project 2010 were [[Generation Adidas]] (previously called ''Project-40'') and the Bradenton academy. The academy was started in January 1999 with backing of [[International Management Group|IMG]] and [[Nike, Inc.|Nike]].

==Notable alumni==
{{main|List of IMG Academy alumni}}
Since opening in 1978, IMG Academy has trained hundreds of [[Olympic Games|Olympic]] and professional athletes, including those in the [[National Basketball Association|NBA]], [[National Football League|NFL]], [[Major League Baseball|MLB]], [[Association of Tennis Professionals|ATP]], and [[Major League Soccer|MLS]].

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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IMG Academy

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[File:IMG Academy Logo.jpg|200px]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institute for youth, high school, collegiate and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
IMG Academy was founded by [[Nick Bollettieri]] in 1978 as the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy in 1987.<ref name="a">[http://www.bradenton.com/2012/08/19/4163910/new-img-brand-to-unify-bradenton.html New IMG brand to unify Bradenton campus | Business | Bradenton Herald]</ref> IMG acquired the youth division of the [[David Leadbetter (golf instructor)|David Leadbetter]] Golf Academy in 1993 and added programs for soccer and baseball in 1994. Hockey and basketball programs were added in 2000 and 2001, respectively, and by 2002 the IMG campus had expanded to {{convert|190|acre|km2}}.<ref>[http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/vault/article/magazine/MAG1027520/1/index.htm The education is intensive—and expensive—at IMG Academies, - 11.25.02 - SI Vault]</ref> IMG Academy suspended its hockey program in 2003.{{cn|date=September 2012}}

IMG Academy currently sits on {{convert|450|acre|km2}} of land, and in 2011, IMG paid $7.5 million for an additional {{convert|110|acre|km2}} adjacent to the current campus that will be used for future expansion.<ref name="a" />

==Programs==
===Bollettieri Tennis Academy===
The IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy offers year-round tennis camps ranging from one to five weeks in length and is led by program founder Nick Bollettieri. The campus has 35 outdoor hard courts, 4 indoor hard courts, and 16 green [[clay court|clay courts]].<ref>[http://www.imgacademies.com/nick-bollettieri-tennis-academy/tennis-department/sports-facilities/ IMG Academy Bollettieri tennis program Sports Facilities]</ref>

In 1987, 32 academy students or former students were in the [[The Championships, Wimbledon|Wimbledon]] draw and 27 were in the [[U.S. Open (tennis)|U.S. Open]].

===Madden Football Academy===
IMG announced the [[John Madden]] Football Academy in March 2010 and held its first camp from June 4-6, 2010. The academy offers year-round camps ranging from three days to five weeks in length and is led by former [[National Football League|NFL]] [[quarterback]] [[Chris Weinke]].<ref>[http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2010-03-19/news/os-img-academies-john-madden-football-0319_1_img-academies-florida-state-quarterback-football-program IMG Academies launches John Madden football academy - Orlando Sentinel]</ref> The academy will begin training its own high school football team in 2013.<ref>[http://www.imgacademies.com/madden-football-academy/news/img-academy-to-field-a-high-school-football-team-in-2013/1456/ IMG Academy to field a high school football team in 2013]</ref>

===Soccer===
IMG Academy, Soccer is [[United States Soccer Federation|U.S. Soccer's]] full-time residency program for the United States' U-17 and U-16 mens national teams. Started in 1999, it has become integral in developing the United States' top youth [[soccer]] prospects. The original idea of the residency program was to give elite players the opportunity to train in a professional environment as most [[Major League Soccer|MLS]] clubs did not have a substantial youth academy system in place prior to 2009. The Bradenton Academy has grown from an initial 20 players to 30 in 2002 and then to 40 in 2003. The program is now split into a U-16 squad and a U-17 squad.

A typical day for the student-athlete at Bradenton consists of academic classes in the morning followed by sports training in the afternoon. Students at the academy take accelerated courses and graduate high school a year early, making the players who do not turn pro immediately some of the most heavily recruited prospects in [[college soccer]]. The academy can trace its roots back to [[Project 2010]] which highlighted ways U.S. Soccer could make the senior men's national team a legitimate threat to win the [[FIFA World Cup|World Cup]] by the end of the decade. Two programs that were born from Project 2010 were [[Generation Adidas]] (previously called ''Project-40'') and the Bradenton academy. The academy was started in January 1999 with backing of [[International Management Group|IMG]] and [[Nike, Inc.|Nike]].

==Notable alumni==
{{main|List of IMG Academy alumni}}
Since opening in 1978, IMG Academy has trained hundreds of [[Olympic Games|Olympic]] and professional athletes, including those in the [[National Basketball Association|NBA]], [[National Football League|NFL]], [[Major League Baseball|MLB]], [[Association of Tennis Professionals|ATP]], and [[Major League Soccer|MLS]].

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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St. George’s University (Grenada)

2012-09-09T22:46:33Z

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{{Infobox University
|name= St. George's University
|image_name= St. George's University Logo.png
|motto= Think Beyond
|endowment=
|chancellor= Charles R. Modica
|established= 1976
|type= [[For-profit school|For-profit]]<ref>[http://www.iaomc.org/sgu/10%20SGU%20Eligib&%20Certif%20Report.pdf U.S. Department of Education Eligibility and Certification Approval Report], printed February 25, 2010, archived on International Association of Medical Colleges website.</ref>
|faculty= 850+
|students= 5000+
|undergrad=
|postgrad= 8000+
|colors=
|city= [[St. George's, Grenada|St. George's]]
|state= [[Saint George Parish, Grenada|St. George]]
|country= [[Grenada]]
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|campus= True Blue Bay
|mascot= Knights
|free_label= Sports
|free= SGU Knights
|website= [http://www.sgu.edu/ sgu.edu]
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'''St. George’s University''' is an independent, for-profit, international university in [[Grenada]], [[West Indies]], offering degrees in [[medicine]], [[veterinary medicine]], [[public health]], the [[health sciences]], [[nursing]], arts and sciences, and [[business]].

St. George's University was established by an act of [[Grenada|Grenada's]] [[Parliament of Grenada|parliament]] on July 23, 1976. Classes in the School of Medicine began January 17, 1977. In 1993, the University added graduate and undergraduate programs. In 1996, it was granted a charter for the School of Arts and Sciences and a Graduate Studies Program. In 1997, undergraduate courses in international business, life sciences, medical sciences, pre-medical and pre-veterinary medicine were added. The School of Veterinary Medicine was established in 1999. In 2008, the School of Nursing opened.

==History==
St. George's University was founded on July 23, 1976 by an act of Grenada's Parliament. The name is taken from the capital city of Grenada. The original founders were Charles Modica, Louis Modica, Edward McGowan, and Patrick F. Adams. Classes at St. George’s School of Medicine began on January 17, 1977. Almost all of the founding faculty members had been educated either in the United States or Europe.

A Marxist coup forcibly overturned the Gairy government of Grenada in 1979, as the school was in its infancy with a student enrollment of 630. There were nearly 1000 Americans on the island (including students, faculty, families, etc.). The U.S. government launched [[Operation Urgent Fury]] in 1983 as a result. Students were evacuated and classes were moved to [[Long Island]], [[New York]]; [[New Jersey]], and [[Barbados]] temporarily until 1984.<ref>{{cite web | title = St. George's University History | url = http://www.sgu.edu/about-sgu/history-of-sgu.html | accessdate = 2009-11-29}}</ref>

The reason given by the U.S. Administration of [[Ronald Reagan]] to justify the October 1983 [[invasion of Grenada]] was to rescue American medical students at St. George’s University from the danger posed to them by the violent coup that had overthrown Grenada’s Prime Minister [[Maurice Bishop]].<ref>{{cite news | title = Less Strategic Now, Grenada Is to Lose American Embassy | url = http://query.nytimes.com/gst/fullpage.html?res=9C0CE4DB1330F931A35756C0A962958260&sec=&spon=&pagewanted=print | accessdate = 2007-11-07 | work=The New York Times | first=Steven A. | last=Holmes | date=1994-05-02}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | title = Jonetown | url = http://www.fonebone.net/Jonestown/08.Chap.txt | accessdate = 2007-11-07}}</ref> Bishop, a number of members of his government and several dozen civilians were killed in the coup and the island had been placed under a 24-hour curfew.<ref>{{cite web | title = Remembering Reagan's Invasion of Grenada | url = http://www.democracynow.org/2004/6/10/remembering_reagans_invasion_of_grenada | accessdate = 2007-11-07}}</ref> During the days immediately after the coup, the only independent information coming out of Grenada was from a [[amateur radio operator|ham radio]] operated by a St. George’s student.<ref>{{cite news | title = Getting Back to Normal | url = http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,926318-1,00.html | accessdate = 2007-11-07 | work=Time | date=1983-11-21 | first1=Ed | last1=Magnuson | first2=Christopher | last2=Redman | first3=William | last3=McWhlrter}}</ref><ref>{{cite news | first=Ed | last=Magnuson | coauthors= | title=D-Day in Grenada | date=1983-11-07 | publisher= | url =http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,949850-4,00.html | work =Time | pages = | accessdate = 2008-02-01 | language = }}</ref>
In his memoir, President Reagan recounted the return to the U.S. of the St. George’s students as an event that affected him deeply. “I was among many in our country whose eyes got a little misty when I watched their arrival in the United States on television and saw some of them lean down and kiss American soil the moment that they stepped off the airplanes that brought them home."<ref>{{cite web | title = Lebanon, Beirut and Grenada | url = http://www.ronaldreagan.com/leb.html | accessdate = 2007-11-09}}</ref>

In 1987, St. George's University obtained approval to conduct medical training in [[New York]] and [[New Jersey]], making the University the first non-US medical school to gain approval in both states. The British Medical Council granted the School limited recognition in 1988, an act that opened doors to wide acceptance in the [[British Commonwealth]] countries. Today, nearly 8,000 graduates of the University practice medicine worldwide.

==Approvals and accreditations==
===The School of Medicine===
The [[Doctor of Medicine]] (MD) Program at St. George’s University School of Medicine has been [[accredited]] and/or approved by multiple external bodies:<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site">{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/about-sgu/recognition-standards.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

*Accredited by the Grenada Ministry of Health<ref>http://www.gov.gd/egov/news/2010/may10/21_05_10/item_2/health_sgu.html</ref>
*Accredited by the [[Caribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and other Health Professions]] (CAAM-HP)<ref>http://www.caam-hp.org/programmesAssessed/St%20George's.pdf</ref>
*Approved by the [[New York State Education Department]] (NYSED) for long-term clinical clerkships in New York<ref>{{cite web | title = New York State Education Department - License Application Forms |url=http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/med/medforms.htm |accessdate=2011-09-09}}</ref>
*Recognized by the [[Medical Board of California]]<ref>{{cite web | title = Medical Board of California Official Site| url = http://www.mbc.ca.gov/applicant/schools_recognized.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*Approved by the Florida Commission on Independent Education of the [[Florida Department of Education]]<ref>{{cite web | title = FCIE Official Site | url = http://www.fldoe.org/cie/pdf/annual_report.pdf |page=31 |accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The National Committee on Foreign Medical Education and Accreditation (of the [[US Department of Education]]), in conjunction with the approval of the State of New York, has deemed Grenada’s accreditation standards to be equivalent to those utilized by the United States.<ref>{{cite web | title = National Committee on Foreign Medical Education and Accreditation Official Site | url = http://www.ed.gov/about/bdscomm/list/ncfmea.html#faq| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

St. George’s School of Medicine has been reviewed and approved by the following bodies internationally:

*The Bahamas Medical Council<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Bahamas Medical Council Official Site | url = http://bahamasmedicalcouncil.net| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Bermuda Medical Council<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Bermuda Medical Council Official Site | url = http://www.commonlii.org/bm/legis/consol_act/mpr1950449| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*DIKATSA (Greek Medical Licensing Authority)<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = Hellenic National Academic Recognition Information Center Official Site | url = http://www.doatap.gr/en/istoria.php| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Sri Lankan Medical Council<ref>{{cite web | title = Sri Lanka Medical Council Official Site | url = http://www.slmedc.lk/outside.htm | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Thailand Medical Council<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Thailand Medical Council Official Site | url = http://www.tmc.or.th| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Government of Botswana<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Government of Botswana Official Site | url = http://www.moe.gov.bw/index.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Government of St. Vincent<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = The Government of St. Vincent Official Site | url = http://www.gov.vc/govt/about_us/education.asp| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Medical Board of Trinidad and Tobago<ref>{{cite web | title = The Medical Board of Trinidad and Tobago| url = http://www.mbtt.org/| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*Association of Caribbean Tertiary Institutions, Inc.<ref>{{cite web | title = Association of Caribbean Tertiary Institutions, Inc. | url = http://www.acticarib.org/2008_ACTI_Membership_Listing.pdf |accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>
*The Medical Council of India<ref>{{cite web | title = The Medical Council Of India| url = http://www.mciindia.org/ActsandAmendments/TheThirdScheduleofIMCAct.aspx| access date 2012-3-20}}</ref>

St. George’s University graduates have also gained registration with medical licensing authorities in the following countries:
[[Australia]],
[[Bahamas]],
[[Bahrain]],
[[Bangladesh]],
[[Bermuda]],
[[Botswana]],
[[British Virgin Islands]],
[[Canada]],
[[Colombia]],
[[Cyprus]],
[[Dutch Antilles]],
[[Germany]],
[[Great Britain]],
[[Greece]],
[[Grenada]],
[[Hong Kong]],
[[Iceland]],
[[Israel]],
[[Lebanon]],
[[Madagascar]],
[[Malaysia]],
[[Nigeria]],
[[Mali]],
[[Pakistan]],
[[Saudi Arabia]],
[[Senegal]],
[[Sierra Leone]],
[[South Africa]],
[[Sri Lanka]],
[[St. Vincent (island)]],
[[Taiwan]],
[[Thailand]],
[[Trinidad and Tobago]],
[[Uganda]],
[[United Arab Emirates]],
[[United States]],
[[Vietnam]],
[[Zimbabwe]]
<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/><ref>{{cite web | title = SGU Alumni Relations Official Site | url = http://alumnirelations.sgu.edu| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

In 1996, the [[U.S. Department of Education]] reviewed the standards of medical education in 30 countries for the purpose of conferring student loans. Grenada was one of four countries approved during the initial review; the [[United Kingdom]], [[Australia]] and [[Canada]] were the other three. Other countries have subsequently been approved.<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/>

St. George's University School of Medicine is listed in the [[FAIMER]] [[International Medical Education Directory]] (IMED)<ref>https://imed.faimer.org/details.asp?country=422&school=&currpage=1&cname=GRENADA&city=&region=CA&rname=Central+America%2FCaribbean&mcode=422010&psize=25</ref> and in the [[Avicenna Directories#AVICENNA Directory for medicine|AVICENNA Directory for medicine]].<ref>http://avicennadb.ku.dk/avicenna/viewSchool.php?school=M00594&type</ref>

===The School of Veterinary Medicine===
The School of Veterinary Medicine is fully authorized by the government of Grenada to confer the [[Doctor of Veterinary Medicine]] degree upon those candidates who successfully complete its academic requirements.<ref name="SGU.edu Official Site"/>

The school received full accreditation by the [[American Veterinary Medical Association]] Council on Education on September 19, 2011.<ref>http://www.avma.org/onlnews/javma/nov11/x111101a.asp</ref>

==Noteworthy Rankings==
In 2008, Grenada was ranked #1 in [[USMLE]] Step One and [[Step Two/CK]] in the Caribbean for the highest first time pass rate among all countries with medical schools in the Caribbean over the past 15 years. Grenada – with St. George’s University School of Medicine as the only medical school in Grenada – had an 84.4% pass rate in Step One, outperforming the other Caribbean countries that had an average pass rate of 49.9% during the same 15-year time period.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/news-events/news-archives08-Grenada1USMLE.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | title = Journal of Academic Medicine Official Site | url = http://journals.lww.com/academicmedicine/Abstract/2008/10001/Medical_Education_in_the_Caribbean__Variability_in.9.aspx | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

==Programs offered==
===School of Medicine===
Students wishing to achieve the Doctor of Medicine degree may enter during the premedical program during one of the three premedical sciences years, or the four-year medical program beginning with the first year of Basic Sciences, which is when most students from North America begin.<ref name="sgu.edu">{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/som/admissions.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

Students who begin the medical program in the premedical sciences years must meet the program’s academic standards to be promoted into the first year of the four-year medical program. Students pursuing the Doctor of Medicine degree begin study in Grenada or in the UK at the [[Keith B. Taylor Global Scholars Program]]. The latter offers medical students the option of spending the first year of the four-year MD degree program on the campus of [[Northumbria University]] in the United Kingdom. They continue into the second year of the four-year program in Grenada. All medical students complete clinical training in one of 60+ affiliated centers in the United States, the United Kingdom or Canada.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/som/global-scholars.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

The Keith B. Taylor Global Scholars Program (KBTGSP) is a one year program that offers first year medical students the opportunity to study in Newcastle, England. The program is only offered to new matriculates and they have the option of either doing their first year of studies in the Grenada campus or in the KTBGSP program. KTBGSP combines the St. George’s University School of Medicine MD program with a one-year experience of medical education on the Northumbria University (NU) campus in Newcastle, United Kingdom. The KBTGSP program follows the same curriculum offered in Grenada and students have the experience of being immersed in UK urban culture for a year. Everything except the location is essentially the same: the curriculum, academic calendar, services, fees and access to campus student life facilities (gyms, dining halls, libraries, playing fields, etc.). Northumbria University (NU) campus in Newcastle, United Kingdom.

In order to maintain their status with licensing boards around the world, the chairs of each department and the course directors oversee both the Grenada and UK programs. This assures that SGU offers the same program in both locations. The KBTGSP program is taught by professors from the UK and visiting professors from Grenada. The textbooks, exams and academic schedule are all the same as is offered in Grenada.

This partnership gives students the opportunity to study in the United Kingdom, Grenada and the United States. The program's goal is to broaden the participants’ understanding of the different cultures of the three host countries, while giving them insight into cross-cultural medical practices.

===School of Veterinary Medicine===
The program of study leading to the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree is discipline based. The program is delivered in two phases: a three-year preveterinary medical program and a four-year veterinary medical program. This enables students flexible entry points depending upon their academic backgrounds. Generally, students from the North American model of education who hold a baccalaureate degree enter directly into the four-year veterinary medical program.<ref name="sgu.edu"/>

Three years of the four-year veterinary medical program core curriculum is in the form of lectures and labs completed in Grenada, and the fourth clinical year is completed at American Veterinary Medical Association-accredited 35+ veterinary schools in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, or [[Republic of Ireland]]. Students apply to these schools in their third year and are accepted based on academics and professionalism. url= http://www.sgu.edu/school-of-veterinary-medicine/affiliated-universities.html <ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/svm/veterinary-program.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

===Dual Degree Programs in Medicine and Veterinary Medicine===
The School of Medicine and School of Veterinary Medicine, together with the Graduate Studies Program and Undergraduate Programs, offer professional students a variety of dual degree opportunities.

====BS/MD====
Those who enter the University in the early stage of the premedical program (the first or second year of the premedical program) may earn a bachelor’s degree upon acceptance into and completion of the first year of the four-year medical program if the qualifications for a bachelor’s degree are met.

====MD/MSc and MD/MPH====
Students who wish to enhance their educational experience and broaden their career opportunities may simultaneously earn a graduate degree in Public Health, Anatomy, Microbiology, and its related concentrations, or scientific research in specific disciplines. These dual graduate degrees require the student to study for at least one extra term in Grenada.

The dual degree offerings include: BS/MD Dual Degree, BS/DVM Dual Degree, MD/MPH, DVM/MPH, MD/MSc Public Health, MD/MSc Microbiology, MD/MSc Clinical Anatomy, MD/PhD Clinical Anatomy, DVM/Master of Science (MSc). SGU is now offering an MD/MBA program as well.

===School of Arts and Sciences===
St. George’s University’s School of Arts and Sciences offers several professional and degree programs. The undergraduate program is taught in conjunction with T. A. Marryshow Community College in Grenada. The degree program offerings are:<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/sas/programs.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

*Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences
*Bachelor of Science in International Business
*Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies
*Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

===Graduate Studies Program===
The Graduate Studies Program at St. George’s University is offered within the School of Medicine, School of Veterinary Medicine, and the School of Arts and Sciences. Students benefit from the University’s community of over 100 full-time faculty members and the opportunity to participate in research projects in conjunction with the Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation, an independent [[research institute]] located on the True Blue campus.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/gs/index.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

Through its Graduate Studies Program, the School of Medicine offers master’s degree programs in Public Health, Microbiology, and Anatomy. The School also offers PhD programs in Microbiology and Anatomy.

===Nursing Program===
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program, established within the School of Medicine in 2007, is offered in two phases. In the first phase, students obtain the [[Associate Degree in Nursing]] (ADN), which is completed in two and a half years. Successful graduates are eligible to apply for licensure as Registered Nurses. The second phase is the ADN/RN to BSN program, which is completed in two years. In this phase, students will continue to evolve and learn disciplines that employ critical thinking to integrate increasingly complex knowledge, skills and technologies, and client care activities into evidence-based nursing practice. Graduates receive the Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Nursing.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/som/NursingProgram.html| accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

==The Centre for Advancing International Management (AIM Centre)==

Established in 2008, the AIM Centre seeks to advance St. George’s University’s mission of improving health care across the world, through the development of innovative business programs that address the economic and fiscal health of the broader community. With a guiding principle of “One Health – One Medicine,” AIM prepares leaders in the sciences and business better manage their organizations and contribute to community wellness. St.George’s University has been designated by the [[Peter F. Drucker]] Institute as the founding site for the Drucker Society of the Caribbean.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/aim/index.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

==Research==

Founded in 1994 with funds granted by the University, the Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation, an independent [[non-profit organization]] located on the True Blue campus, seeks to advance health and environmental development through [[multidisciplinary]] research and education programs. Currently, the Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation carries out short- and long-term studies in epidemiology, anthropology, virology, conservation ecology, marine biology and other topics relevant to tropical climates and developing nations.<ref name="etalk.sgu.edu">{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://etalk.sgu.edu/windref/about.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

The Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation strives for program excellence by promoting collaborative relationships between internationally recognized scholars and regional scientists, by adhering to the highest ethical and academic standards in the design and conduct of research, and by maintaining computer links to the world’s scientific community.<ref name="etalk.sgu.edu"/>

==Campus Life==
St. George’s University’s True Blue campus is located on the southwest corner of Grenada overlooking the [[Caribbean Sea]].<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/life-at-sgu/island-living.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref> The campus city has recently been expanded with over 50 new wireless-enhanced structures including a [[library]], anatomy labs, [[dormitories]], [[lecture halls]], and administrative facilities.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/life-at-sgu/campus-facilities.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref> The University is home to nearly 50 student-sponsored organizations that range from science-oriented to sports to cultural interests.<ref>{{cite web | title = SGU.edu Official Site | url = http://www.sgu.edu/life-at-sgu/clubs-organizations.html | accessdate= 2009-06-17}}</ref>

The students of St. George's University are represented by the Student Government Association (SGA) as well as the Undergraduate Student Government Association (USGA). The associations are active not only on-campus, but also in the local Grenadian community donating hundreds of student work hours per term and tens of thousands of [[East Caribbean dollar|dollars]] per year to local causes.

In 2009, the SGU Research Institute was established networking research endeavors throughout the New York/New Jersey area.

==2011 Tuition costs==
As published annually on SGU's website,<ref name="GSGU School of Medicine Tuition">{{cite web | title = GSGU School of Medicine Tuition | url = http://www.sgu.edu/financial-services/som-tuition.html | accessdate = 2009-09-09}}</ref> the tuition rates for St. George's University are:

'''Premedical/Grenada'''

Per Term (15 credits or more) $9,720 USD

Per Credit $675 USD

'''Preclinical/Grenada'''

Term 1 $22,414 USD

Term 2 $22,414 USD

Term 3 and 4 combined $30,660 USD

Term 5 $24,755 USD

'''Clinical Program'''

Term 7 $22,625 USD

Term 8 $22,625 USD

Term 9 $22,625 USD

Term 10 $22,625 USD

Term 11 $22,625 USD

'''Malpractice Insurance''', Terms 7-11, Per Term, Each Term: $357 USD

'''Oral Examination Fee''': $1,050 USD

'''Graduation Fee''': $564 USD

'''Books''': Approximately $800 USD per term

'''Graduate Studies Program'''
Per Credit: $649 USD

Alternate Curriculum Students who change mid-semester from a full to alternate pathway at the direction of the Dean of Students receive a full tuition refund and are re-charged at $896.00 per credit, plus full administrative/student fees.

Basic Science students who repeat courses at the direction of the promotions and/or Appeals Committee are not charged tuition for the repeated courses; however, in all these cases, full administrative/student fees are charged.

Of total cost to attend St. George’s University School of Medicine, 18% represents administrative/student fees.<ref name="GSGU School of Medicine Tuition"/>

==See also==
* [[List of medical schools in the Caribbean]]
* [[International medical graduate]]

==References and notes==
{{reflist|2}}

==External links==
* [http://www.sgu.edu/ St. George's University Home]

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[File:IMG Academy Logo.jpg|200px]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institute for youth, high school, collegiate and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
IMG Academy was founded by [[Nick Bollettieri]] in 1978 as the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy in 1987.<ref name="a">[http://www.bradenton.com/2012/08/19/4163910/new-img-brand-to-unify-bradenton.html New IMG brand to unify Bradenton campus | Business | Bradenton Herald]</ref> IMG acquired the youth division of the [[David Leadbetter (golf instructor)|David Leadbetter]] Golf Academy in 1993 and added programs for soccer and baseball in 1994. Hockey and basketball programs were added in 2000 and 2001, respectively, and by 2002 the IMG campus had expanded to {{convert|190|acre|km2}}.<ref>[http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/vault/article/magazine/MAG1027520/1/index.htm The education is intensive—and expensive—at IMG Academies, - 11.25.02 - SI Vault]</ref> IMG Academy suspended its hockey program in 2003.{{cn}}

IMG Academy currently sits on {{convert|450|acre|km2}} of land, and in 2011, IMG paid $7.5 million for an additional {{convert|110|acre|km2}} adjacent to the current campus that will be used for future expansion.<ref name="a" />

==Programs==
===Bollettieri Tennis Academy===
The IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy offers year-round tennis camps ranging from one to five weeks in length and is led by program founder Nick Bollettieri. The campus has 35 outdoor hard courts, 4 indoor hard courts, and 16 green [[clay court|clay courts]].<ref>[http://www.imgacademies.com/nick-bollettieri-tennis-academy/tennis-department/sports-facilities/ IMG Academy Bollettieri tennis program Sports Facilities]</ref>

In 1987, 32 academy students or former students were in the [[The Championships, Wimbledon|Wimbledon]] draw and 27 were in the [[U.S. Open (tennis)|U.S. Open]].

===Madden Football Academy===
IMG announced the [[John Madden]] Football Academy in March 2010 and held its first camp from June 4-6, 2010. The academy offers year-round camps ranging from three days to five weeks in length and is led by former [[National Football League|NFL]] [[quarterback]] [[Chris Weinke]].<ref>[http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2010-03-19/news/os-img-academies-john-madden-football-0319_1_img-academies-florida-state-quarterback-football-program IMG Academies launches John Madden football academy - Orlando Sentinel]</ref> The academy will begin training its own high school football team in 2013.<ref>[http://www.imgacademies.com/madden-football-academy/news/img-academy-to-field-a-high-school-football-team-in-2013/1456/ IMG Academy to field a high school football team in 2013]</ref>

===Soccer===
IMG Academy, Soccer is [[United States Soccer Federation|U.S. Soccer's]] full-time residency program for the United States' U-17 and U-16 mens national teams. Started in 1999, it has become integral in developing the United States' top youth [[soccer]] prospects. The original idea of the residency program was to give elite players the opportunity to train in a professional environment as most [[Major League Soccer|MLS]] clubs did not have a substantial youth academy system in place prior to 2009. The Bradenton Academy has grown from an initial 20 players to 30 in 2002 and then to 40 in 2003. The program is now split into a U-16 squad and a U-17 squad.

A typical day for the student-athlete at Bradenton consists of academic classes in the morning followed by sports training in the afternoon. Students at the academy take accelerated courses and graduate high school a year early, making the players who do not turn pro immediately some of the most heavily recruited prospects in [[college soccer]]. The academy can trace its roots back to [[Project 2010]] which highlighted ways U.S. Soccer could make the senior men's national team a legitimate threat to win the [[FIFA World Cup|World Cup]] by the end of the decade. Two programs that were born from Project 2010 were [[Generation Adidas]] (previously called ''Project-40'') and the Bradenton academy. The academy was started in January 1999 with backing of [[International Management Group|IMG]] and [[Nike, Inc.|Nike]].

==Notable alumni==
{{main|List of IMG Academy alumni}}
Since opening in 1978, IMG Academy has trained hundreds of [[Olympic Games|Olympic]] and professional athletes, including those in the [[National Basketball Association|NBA]], [[National Football League|NFL]], [[Major League Baseball|MLB]], [[Association of Tennis Professionals|ATP]], and [[Major League Soccer|MLS]].

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[File:IMG Academy Logo.jpg|200px]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institute for youth, high school, collegiate and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
IMG Academy was founded by [[Nick Bollettieri]] in 1978 as the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy in 1987.<ref name="a">[http://www.bradenton.com/2012/08/19/4163910/new-img-brand-to-unify-bradenton.html New IMG brand to unify Bradenton campus | Business | Bradenton Herald]</ref> IMG acquired the youth division of the [[David Leadbetter (golf instructor)|David Leadbetter]] Golf Academy in 1993 and added programs for soccer and baseball in 1994. Hockey and basketball programs were added in 2000 and 2001, respectively, and by 2002 the IMG campus had expanded to {{convert|190|acre|km2}}.<ref>[http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/vault/article/magazine/MAG1027520/1/index.htm The education is intensive—and expensive—at IMG Academies, - 11.25.02 - SI Vault]</ref>

IMG Academy currently sits on {{convert|450|acre|km2}} of land, and in 2011, IMG paid $7.5 million for an additional {{convert|110|acre|km2}} adjacent to the current campus that will be used for future expansion.<ref name="a" />

==Programs==
===Bollettieri Tennis Academy===
The IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy offers year-round tennis camps ranging from one to five weeks in length and is led by program founder Nick Bollettieri. The campus has 35 outdoor hard courts, 4 indoor hard courts, and 16 green [[clay court|clay courts]].<ref>[http://www.imgacademies.com/nick-bollettieri-tennis-academy/tennis-department/sports-facilities/ IMG Academy Bollettieri tennis program Sports Facilities]</ref>

In 1987, 32 academy students or former students were in the [[The Championships, Wimbledon|Wimbledon]] draw and 27 were in the [[U.S. Open (tennis)|U.S. Open]].

===Madden Football Academy===
IMG announced the [[John Madden]] Football Academy in March 2010 and held its first camp from June 4-6, 2010. The academy offers year-round camps ranging from three days to five weeks in length and is led by former [[National Football League|NFL]] [[quarterback]] [[Chris Weinke]].<ref>[http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2010-03-19/news/os-img-academies-john-madden-football-0319_1_img-academies-florida-state-quarterback-football-program IMG Academies launches John Madden football academy - Orlando Sentinel]</ref> The academy will begin training its own high school football team in 2013.<ref>[http://www.imgacademies.com/madden-football-academy/news/img-academy-to-field-a-high-school-football-team-in-2013/1456/ IMG Academy to field a high school football team in 2013]</ref>

===Soccer===
IMG Academy, Soccer is [[United States Soccer Federation|U.S. Soccer's]] full-time residency program for the United States' U-17 and U-16 mens national teams. Started in 1999, it has become integral in developing the United States' top youth [[soccer]] prospects. The original idea of the residency program was to give elite players the opportunity to train in a professional environment as most [[Major League Soccer|MLS]] clubs did not have a substantial youth academy system in place prior to 2009. The Bradenton Academy has grown from an initial 20 players to 30 in 2002 and then to 40 in 2003. The program is now split into a U-16 squad and a U-17 squad.

A typical day for the student-athlete at Bradenton consists of academic classes in the morning followed by sports training in the afternoon. Students at the academy take accelerated courses and graduate high school a year early, making the players who do not turn pro immediately some of the most heavily recruited prospects in [[college soccer]]. The academy can trace its roots back to [[Project 2010]] which highlighted ways U.S. Soccer could make the senior men's national team a legitimate threat to win the [[FIFA World Cup|World Cup]] by the end of the decade. Two programs that were born from Project 2010 were [[Generation Adidas]] (previously called ''Project-40'') and the Bradenton academy. The academy was started in January 1999 with backing of [[International Management Group|IMG]] and [[Nike, Inc.|Nike]].

==Notable alumni==
{{main|List of IMG Academy alumni}}
Since opening in 1978, IMG Academy has trained hundreds of [[Olympic Games|Olympic]] and professional athletes, including those in the [[National Basketball Association|NBA]], [[National Football League|NFL]], [[Major League Baseball|MLB]], [[Association of Tennis Professionals|ATP]], and [[Major League Soccer|MLS]].

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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|company_logo = [[File:IMG Academy Logo.jpg|200px]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institute for youth, high school, collegiate and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
IMG Academy was founded by [[Nick Bollettieri]] in 1978 as the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy in 1987.<ref name="a">[http://www.bradenton.com/2012/08/19/4163910/new-img-brand-to-unify-bradenton.html New IMG brand to unify Bradenton campus | Business | Bradenton Herald]</ref> IMG acquired the youth division of the [[David Leadbetter (golf instructor)|David Leadbetter]] Golf Academy in 1993 and added programs for soccer and baseball in 1994. Hockey and basketball programs were added in 2000 and 2001, respectively, and by 2002 the IMG campus had expanded to {{convert|190|acre|km2}}.<ref>http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/vault/article/magazine/MAG1027520/1/index.htm</ref>

IMG Academy currently sits on {{convert|450|acre|km2}} of land, and in 2011, IMG paid $7.5 million for an additional {{convert|110|acre|km2}} adjacent to the current campus that will be used for future expansion.<ref name="a" />

==Programs==
===Bollettieri Tennis Academy===
The IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy offers year-round tennis camps ranging from one to five weeks in length and is led by program founder Nick Bollettieri. The campus has 35 outdoor hard courts, 4 indoor hard courts, and 16 green [[clay court|clay courts]].<ref>[http://www.imgacademies.com/nick-bollettieri-tennis-academy/tennis-department/sports-facilities/ IMG Academy Bollettieri tennis program Sports Facilities]</ref>

In 1987, 32 academy students or former students were in the [[The Championships, Wimbledon|Wimbledon]] draw and 27 were in the [[U.S. Open (tennis)|U.S. Open]].

===Madden Football Academy===
IMG announced the [[John Madden]] Football Academy in March 2010 and held its first camp from June 4-6, 2010. The academy offers year-round camps ranging from three days to five weeks in length and is led by former [[National Football League|NFL]] [[quarterback]] [[Chris Weinke]].<ref>[http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2010-03-19/news/os-img-academies-john-madden-football-0319_1_img-academies-florida-state-quarterback-football-program IMG Academies launches John Madden football academy - Orlando Sentinel]</ref> The academy will begin training its own high school football team in 2013.<ref>[http://www.imgacademies.com/madden-football-academy/news/img-academy-to-field-a-high-school-football-team-in-2013/1456/ IMG Academy to field a high school football team in 2013]</ref>

===Soccer===
IMG Academy, Soccer is [[United States Soccer Federation|U.S. Soccer's]] full-time residency program for the United States' U-17 and U-16 mens national teams. Started in 1999, it has become integral in developing the United States' top youth [[soccer]] prospects. The original idea of the residency program was to give elite players the opportunity to train in a professional environment as most [[Major League Soccer|MLS]] clubs did not have a substantial youth academy system in place prior to 2009. The Bradenton Academy has grown from an initial 20 players to 30 in 2002 and then to 40 in 2003. The program is now split into a U-16 squad and a U-17 squad.

A typical day for the student-athlete at Bradenton consists of academic classes in the morning followed by sports training in the afternoon. Students at the academy take accelerated courses and graduate high school a year early, making the players who do not turn pro immediately some of the most heavily recruited prospects in [[college soccer]]. The academy can trace its roots back to [[Project 2010]] which highlighted ways U.S. Soccer could make the senior men's national team a legitimate threat to win the [[FIFA World Cup|World Cup]] by the end of the decade. Two programs that were born from Project 2010 were [[Generation Adidas]] (previously called ''Project-40'') and the Bradenton academy. The academy was started in January 1999 with backing of [[International Management Group|IMG]] and [[Nike, Inc.|Nike]].

==Notable alumni==
{{main|List of IMG Academy alumni}}
Since opening in 1978, IMG Academy has trained hundreds of [[Olympic Games|Olympic]] and professional athletes, including those in the [[National Basketball Association|NBA]], [[National Football League|NFL]], [[Major League Baseball|MLB]], [[Association of Tennis Professionals|ATP]], and [[Major League Soccer|MLS]].

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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IMG Academy

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IMG Academy

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{{refimprove|date=August 2012}}
{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[File:IMG Academy Logo.jpg|200px]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institute for youth, high school, collegiate and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
IMG Academy was founded by [[Nick Bollettieri]] in 1978 as the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy. In 1987, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy and added a golf program. IMG has since added programs for other sports and expanded the campus, which currently sits on {{convert|450|acre|km2}} of land.<ref name="a">[http://www.bradenton.com/2012/08/19/4163910/new-img-brand-to-unify-bradenton.html New IMG brand to unify Bradenton campus | Business | Bradenton Herald]</ref>

In 2011, IMG paid $7.5 million for 110 acres of land adjacent to the current campus that will be used for future expansion.<ref name="a" />

==Programs==
===Bollettieri Tennis Academy===
The IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy offers year-round tennis camps ranging from one to five weeks in length and is led by program founder Nick Bollettieri. The campus has 35 outdoor hard courts, 4 indoor hard courts, and 16 green [[clay court|clay courts]].<ref>[http://www.imgacademies.com/nick-bollettieri-tennis-academy/tennis-department/sports-facilities/ IMG Academy Bollettieri tennis program Sports Facilities]</ref>

In 1987, 32 academy students or former students were in the [[The Championships, Wimbledon|Wimbledon]] draw and 27 were in the [[U.S. Open (tennis)|U.S. Open]].

===Madden Football Academy===
IMG announced the [[John Madden]] Football Academy in March 2010 and held its first camp from June 4-6, 2010. The academy offers year-round camps ranging from three days to five weeks in length and is led by former [[National Football League|NFL]] [[quarterback]] [[Chris Weinke]].<ref>[http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2010-03-19/news/os-img-academies-john-madden-football-0319_1_img-academies-florida-state-quarterback-football-program IMG Academies launches John Madden football academy - Orlando Sentinel]</ref> The academy will begin training its own high school football team in 2013.<ref>[http://www.imgacademies.com/madden-football-academy/news/img-academy-to-field-a-high-school-football-team-in-2013/1456/ IMG Academy to field a high school football team in 2013]</ref>

===Soccer===
IMG Academy, Soccer is [[United States Soccer Federation|U.S. Soccer's]] full-time residency program for the United States' U-17 and U-16 mens national teams. Started in 1999, it has become integral in developing the United States' top youth [[soccer]] prospects. The original idea of the residency program was to give elite players the opportunity to train in a professional environment as most [[Major League Soccer|MLS]] clubs did not have a substantial youth academy system in place prior to 2009. The Bradenton Academy has grown from an initial 20 players to 30 in 2002 and then to 40 in 2003. The program is now split into a U-16 squad and a U-17 squad.

A typical day for the student-athlete at Bradenton consists of academic classes in the morning followed by sports training in the afternoon. Students at the academy take accelerated courses and graduate high school a year early, making the players who do not turn pro immediately some of the most heavily recruited prospects in [[college soccer]]. The academy can trace its roots back to [[Project 2010]] which highlighted ways U.S. Soccer could make the senior men's national team a legitimate threat to win the [[FIFA World Cup|World Cup]] by the end of the decade. Two programs that were born from Project 2010 were [[Generation Adidas]] (previously called ''Project-40'') and the Bradenton academy. The academy was started in January 1999 with backing of [[International Management Group|IMG]] and [[Nike, Inc.|Nike]].

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|date=August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>[http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518 NBA draft: Jrue Holiday, Earl Clark and DeJuan Blair could go high in 2009 draft - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], former forward for the [[New York Knicks]].<ref>[http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/aug/10/cols-stuen-play-img-academy/ Cols' Stuen to play for IMG Academy » Evansville Courier & Press]</ref>
* [[Michael Beasley]], forward for the [[Phoenix Suns]].<ref>[http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/mensbasketball/big12/2008-02-24-beasley-cover_N.htm Beasley finds stability, comfort at Kansas State - USATODAY.com]</ref>
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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[[Category:Children's sport]]
[[Category:Sports in Florida]]
[[Category:Sports academies]]
[[Category:Summer camps]]

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Aqwfyj: /* Soccer */

{{refimprove|date=August 2012}}
{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[File:IMG Academy Logo.jpg|200px]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institute for youth, high school, collegiate and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
IMG Academy was founded by [[Nick Bollettieri]] in 1978 as the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy. In 1987, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy and added a golf program. IMG has since added programs for other sports and expanded the campus, which currently sits on {{convert|450|acre|km2}} of land.<ref name="a">[http://www.bradenton.com/2012/08/19/4163910/new-img-brand-to-unify-bradenton.html New IMG brand to unify Bradenton campus | Business | Bradenton Herald]</ref>

In 2011, IMG paid $7.5 million for 110 acres of land adjacent to the current campus that will be used for future expansion.<ref name="a" />

==Programs==
===Bollettieri Tennis Academy===
The IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy offers year-round tennis camps ranging from one to five weeks in length and is led by program founder Nick Bollettieri. The campus has 35 outdoor hard courts, 4 indoor hard courts, and 16 green [[clay court|clay courts]].<ref>[http://www.imgacademies.com/nick-bollettieri-tennis-academy/tennis-department/sports-facilities/ IMG Academy Bollettieri tennis program Sports Facilities]</ref>

In 1987, 32 academy students or former students were in the [[The Championships, Wimbledon|Wimbledon]] draw and 27 were in the [[U.S. Open (tennis)|U.S. Open]].

===Soccer===
IMG Academy, Soccer is [[United States Soccer Federation|U.S. Soccer's]] full-time residency program for the United States' U-17 and U-16 mens national teams. Started in 1999, it has become integral in developing the United States' top youth [[soccer]] prospects. The original idea of the residency program was to give elite players the opportunity to train in a professional environment as most [[Major League Soccer|MLS]] clubs did not have a substantial youth academy system in place prior to 2009. The Bradenton Academy has grown from an initial 20 players to 30 in 2002 and then to 40 in 2003. The program is now split into a U-16 squad and a U-17 squad.

A typical day for the student-athlete at Bradenton consists of academic classes in the morning followed by sports training in the afternoon. Students at the academy take accelerated courses and graduate high school a year early, making the players who do not turn pro immediately some of the most heavily recruited prospects in [[college soccer]]. The academy can trace its roots back to [[Project 2010]] which highlighted ways U.S. Soccer could make the senior men's national team a legitimate threat to win the [[FIFA World Cup|World Cup]] by the end of the decade. Two programs that were born from Project 2010 were [[Generation Adidas]] (previously called ''Project-40'') and the Bradenton academy. The academy was started in January 1999 with backing of [[International Management Group|IMG]] and [[Nike, Inc.|Nike]].

===Madden Football Academy===
IMG announced the [[John Madden]] Football Academy in March 2010 and held its first camp from June 4-6, 2010. The academy offers year-round camps ranging from three days to five weeks in length and is led by former [[National Football League|NFL]] [[quarterback]] [[Chris Weinke]].<ref>[http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2010-03-19/news/os-img-academies-john-madden-football-0319_1_img-academies-florida-state-quarterback-football-program IMG Academies launches John Madden football academy - Orlando Sentinel]</ref> The academy will begin training its own high school football team in 2013.<ref>[http://www.imgacademies.com/madden-football-academy/news/img-academy-to-field-a-high-school-football-team-in-2013/1456/ IMG Academy to field a high school football team in 2013]</ref>

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|date=August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>[http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518 NBA draft: Jrue Holiday, Earl Clark and DeJuan Blair could go high in 2009 draft - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], former forward for the [[New York Knicks]].<ref>[http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/aug/10/cols-stuen-play-img-academy/ Cols' Stuen to play for IMG Academy » Evansville Courier & Press]</ref>
* [[Michael Beasley]], forward for the [[Phoenix Suns]].<ref>[http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/mensbasketball/big12/2008-02-24-beasley-cover_N.htm Beasley finds stability, comfort at Kansas State - USATODAY.com]</ref>
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[File:IMG Academy Logo.jpg|200px]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institute for youth, high school, collegiate and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
IMG Academy was founded by [[Nick Bollettieri]] in 1978 as the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy. In 1987, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy and added a golf program. IMG has since added programs for other sports and expanded the campus, which currently sits on {{convert|450|acre|km2}} of land.<ref name="a">[http://www.bradenton.com/2012/08/19/4163910/new-img-brand-to-unify-bradenton.html New IMG brand to unify Bradenton campus | Business | Bradenton Herald]</ref>

In 2011, IMG paid $7.5 million for 110 acres of land adjacent to the current campus that will be used for future expansion.<ref name="a" />

==Programs==
===Bollettieri Tennis Academy===
The IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy offers year-round tennis camps ranging from one to five weeks in length and is led by program founder Nick Bollettieri. The campus has 35 outdoor hard courts, 4 indoor hard courts, and 16 green [[clay court|clay courts]].<ref>[http://www.imgacademies.com/nick-bollettieri-tennis-academy/tennis-department/sports-facilities/ IMG Academy Bollettieri tennis program Sports Facilities]</ref>

In 1987, 32 academy students or former students were in the [[The Championships, Wimbledon|Wimbledon]] draw and 27 were in the [[U.S. Open (tennis)|U.S. Open]].

===Soccer===
{{main|IMG Academy Soccer Program}}

===Madden Football Academy===
IMG announced the [[John Madden]] Football Academy in March 2010 and held its first camp from June 4-6, 2010. The academy offers year-round camps ranging from three days to five weeks in length and is led by former [[National Football League|NFL]] [[quarterback]] [[Chris Weinke]].<ref>[http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2010-03-19/news/os-img-academies-john-madden-football-0319_1_img-academies-florida-state-quarterback-football-program IMG Academies launches John Madden football academy - Orlando Sentinel]</ref> The academy will begin training its own high school football team in 2013.<ref>[http://www.imgacademies.com/madden-football-academy/news/img-academy-to-field-a-high-school-football-team-in-2013/1456/ IMG Academy to field a high school football team in 2013]</ref>

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|date=August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>[http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518 NBA draft: Jrue Holiday, Earl Clark and DeJuan Blair could go high in 2009 draft - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], former forward for the [[New York Knicks]].<ref>[http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/aug/10/cols-stuen-play-img-academy/ Cols' Stuen to play for IMG Academy » Evansville Courier & Press]</ref>
* [[Michael Beasley]], forward for the [[Phoenix Suns]].<ref>[http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/mensbasketball/big12/2008-02-24-beasley-cover_N.htm Beasley finds stability, comfort at Kansas State - USATODAY.com]</ref>
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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{{refimprove|date=August 2012}}
{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[File:IMG Academy Logo.jpg|200px]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institute for youth, high school, collegiate and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
IMG Academy was founded by [[Nick Bollettieri]] in 1978 as the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy. In 1987, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy and added a golf program. IMG has since added programs for other sports and expanded the campus, which currently sits on {{convert|450|acre|km2}} of land.<ref name="a">http://www.bradenton.com/2012/08/19/4163910/new-img-brand-to-unify-bradenton.html</ref>

In 2011, IMG paid $7.5 million for 110 acres of land adjacent to the current campus that will be used for future expansion.<ref name="a" />

==Programs==
===Bollettieri Tennis Academy===
The IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy offers year-round tennis camps ranging from one to five weeks in length and is led by program founder Nick Bollettieri. The campus has 35 outdoor hard courts, 4 indoor hard courts, and 16 green [[clay court|clay courts]].<ref>http://www.imgacademies.com/nick-bollettieri-tennis-academy/tennis-department/sports-facilities/</ref>

In 1987, 32 academy students or former students were in the [[The Championships, Wimbledon|Wimbledon]] draw and 27 were in the [[U.S. Open (tennis)|U.S. Open]].

===Soccer===
{{main|IMG Academy Soccer Program}}

===Madden Football Academy===
IMG announced the [[John Madden]] Football Academy in March 2010 and held its first camp from June 4-6, 2010. The academy offers year-round camps ranging from three days to five weeks in length and is led by former [[National Football League|NFL]] [[quarterback]] [[Chris Weinke]].<ref>http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2010-03-19/news/os-img-academies-john-madden-football-0319_1_img-academies-florida-state-quarterback-football-program</ref> The academy will begin training its own high school football team in 2013.<ref>http://www.imgacademies.com/madden-football-academy/news/img-academy-to-field-a-high-school-football-team-in-2013/1456/</ref>

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|date=August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>[http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518 NBA draft: Jrue Holiday, Earl Clark and DeJuan Blair could go high in 2009 draft - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], former forward for the [[New York Knicks]].<ref>[http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/aug/10/cols-stuen-play-img-academy/ Cols' Stuen to play for IMG Academy » Evansville Courier & Press]</ref>
* [[Michael Beasley]], forward for the [[Phoenix Suns]].<ref>[http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/mensbasketball/big12/2008-02-24-beasley-cover_N.htm Beasley finds stability, comfort at Kansas State - USATODAY.com]</ref>
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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[[Category:Summer camps]]

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{{refimprove|date=August 2012}}
{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[File:IMG Academy Logo.jpg|200px]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institute for youth, high school, collegiate and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
IMG Academy was founded in 1978 as the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. In 1987, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy and added a golf program. IMG has since added programs for other sports and expanded the campus, which currently sits on {{convert|450|acre|km2}} of land.<ref name="a">http://www.bradenton.com/2012/08/19/4163910/new-img-brand-to-unify-bradenton.html</ref>

In 2011, IMG paid $7.5 million for 110 acres of land adjacent to the current campus that will be used for future expansion.<ref name="a" />

==Programs==
===Bollettieri Tennis Program===
{{main|IMG Academy Bollettieri Tennis Program}}

===Soccer===
{{main|IMG Academy Soccer Program}}

===Madden Football Academy===
IMG announced the [[John Madden]] Football Academy in March 2010 and held its first camp from June 4-6, 2010. The academy offers year-round camps ranging from three days to five weeks in length and is led by former [[National Football League|NFL]] [[quarterback]] [[Chris Weinke]].<ref>http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2010-03-19/news/os-img-academies-john-madden-football-0319_1_img-academies-florida-state-quarterback-football-program</ref> The academy will begin training its own high school football team in 2013.<ref>http://www.imgacademies.com/madden-football-academy/news/img-academy-to-field-a-high-school-football-team-in-2013/1456/</ref>

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|date=August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>[http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518 NBA draft: Jrue Holiday, Earl Clark and DeJuan Blair could go high in 2009 draft - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], former forward for the [[New York Knicks]].<ref>[http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/aug/10/cols-stuen-play-img-academy/ Cols' Stuen to play for IMG Academy » Evansville Courier & Press]</ref>
* [[Michael Beasley]], forward for the [[Phoenix Suns]].<ref>[http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/mensbasketball/big12/2008-02-24-beasley-cover_N.htm Beasley finds stability, comfort at Kansas State - USATODAY.com]</ref>
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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[[Category:Summer camps]]

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{{refimprove|date=August 2012}}
{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[File:IMG Academy Logo.jpg|200px]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institution for amateur and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
IMG Academy was founded in 1978 as the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. In 1987, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy and added a golf program. IMG has since added programs for other sports and expanded the campus, which currently sits on {{convert|450|acre|km2}} of land.<ref name="a">http://www.bradenton.com/2012/08/19/4163910/new-img-brand-to-unify-bradenton.html</ref>

In 2011, IMG paid $7.5 million for 110 acres of land adjacent to the current campus that will be used for future expansion.<ref name="a" />

==Programs==
===Bollettieri Tennis Program===
{{main|IMG Academy Bollettieri Tennis Program}}

===Soccer===
{{main|IMG Academy Soccer Program}}

===Madden Football Academy===
IMG announced the [[John Madden]] Football Academy in March 2010 and held its first camp from June 4-6, 2010. The academy offers year-round camps ranging from three days to five weeks in length for youth, high school, collegiate and professional players and is led by former [[National Football League|NFL]] [[quarterback]] [[Chris Weinke]].<ref>http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2010-03-19/news/os-img-academies-john-madden-football-0319_1_img-academies-florida-state-quarterback-football-program</ref> The academy will begin training its own high school football team in 2013.<ref>http://www.imgacademies.com/madden-football-academy/news/img-academy-to-field-a-high-school-football-team-in-2013/1456/</ref>

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|date=August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>[http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518 NBA draft: Jrue Holiday, Earl Clark and DeJuan Blair could go high in 2009 draft - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], former forward for the [[New York Knicks]].<ref>[http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/aug/10/cols-stuen-play-img-academy/ Cols' Stuen to play for IMG Academy » Evansville Courier & Press]</ref>
* [[Michael Beasley]], forward for the [[Phoenix Suns]].<ref>[http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/mensbasketball/big12/2008-02-24-beasley-cover_N.htm Beasley finds stability, comfort at Kansas State - USATODAY.com]</ref>
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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[[Category:Children's sport]]
[[Category:Sports in Florida]]
[[Category:Sports academies]]
[[Category:Summer camps]]

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{{refimprove|date=August 2012}}
{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[File:IMG Academy Logo.jpg|200px]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institution for amateur and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
IMG Academy was founded in 1978 as the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. In 1987, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy and added a golf program. IMG has since added programs for other sports and expanded the campus, which currently sits on {{convert|450|acre|km2}} of land.<ref name="a">http://www.bradenton.com/2012/08/19/4163910/new-img-brand-to-unify-bradenton.html</ref>

In 2011, IMG paid $7.5 million for 110 acres of land adjacent to the current campus that will be used for future expansion.<ref name="a" />

==Programs==
===Bollettieri Tennis Program===
{{main|IMG Academy Bollettieri Tennis Program}}

===Soccer===
{{main|IMG Academy Soccer Program}}

===Madden Football Academy===
IMG announced the John Madden Football Academy in March 2010 and held its first camp from June 4-6, 2010. The academy offers year-round camps ranging from three days to five weeks in length for youth, high school, collegiate and professional players and is led by former [[National Football League|NFL]] [[quarterback]] [[Chris Weinke]].<ref>http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2010-03-19/news/os-img-academies-john-madden-football-0319_1_img-academies-florida-state-quarterback-football-program</ref> The academy will begin training its own high school football team in 2013.<ref>http://www.imgacademies.com/madden-football-academy/news/img-academy-to-field-a-high-school-football-team-in-2013/1456/</ref>

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|date=August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>[http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518 NBA draft: Jrue Holiday, Earl Clark and DeJuan Blair could go high in 2009 draft - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], former forward for the [[New York Knicks]].<ref>[http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/aug/10/cols-stuen-play-img-academy/ Cols' Stuen to play for IMG Academy » Evansville Courier & Press]</ref>
* [[Michael Beasley]], forward for the [[Phoenix Suns]].<ref>[http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/mensbasketball/big12/2008-02-24-beasley-cover_N.htm Beasley finds stability, comfort at Kansas State - USATODAY.com]</ref>
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[File:IMG Academy Logo.jpg|200px]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institution for amateur and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
IMG Academy was founded in 1978 as the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. In 1987, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy and added a golf program. IMG has since added programs for other sports and expanded the campus, which currently sits on {{convert|450|acre|km2}} of land.<ref name="a">http://www.bradenton.com/2012/08/19/4163910/new-img-brand-to-unify-bradenton.html</ref>

In 2011, IMG paid $7.5 million for 110 acres of land adjacent to the current campus that will be used for future expansion.<ref name="a" />

==Programs==
===Bollettieri Tennis Program===
{{main|IMG Academy Bollettieri Tennis Program}}

===Soccer===
{{main|IMG Academy Soccer Program}}

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|date=August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>[http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518 NBA draft: Jrue Holiday, Earl Clark and DeJuan Blair could go high in 2009 draft - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], former forward for the [[New York Knicks]].<ref>[http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/aug/10/cols-stuen-play-img-academy/ Cols' Stuen to play for IMG Academy » Evansville Courier & Press]</ref>
* [[Michael Beasley]], forward for the [[Phoenix Suns]].<ref>[http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/mensbasketball/big12/2008-02-24-beasley-cover_N.htm Beasley finds stability, comfort at Kansas State - USATODAY.com]</ref>
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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[[Category:Sports academies]]
[[Category:Summer camps]]

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{{refimprove|date=August 2012}}
{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[File:IMG Academy Logo.jpg|200px]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institution for amateur and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
IMG Academy was founded in 1978 as the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. In 1987, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy and added a golf program. IMG has since added programs for other sports and expanded the campus, which currently sits on {{convert|450|acre|km2}} of land.<ref name="a">http://www.bradenton.com/2012/08/19/4163910/new-img-brand-to-unify-bradenton.html</ref>

In 2011, IMG paid $7.5 million for 110 acres of land adjacent to the current campus that will be used for future expansion.<ref name="a" />

==Programs==
===Bollettieri Tennis Program===
{{main|IMG Academy Bollettieri Tennis Program}}

===Soccer===
{{main|IMG Academy Soccer Program}}

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|date=August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>[http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518 NBA draft: Jrue Holiday, Earl Clark and DeJuan Blair could go high in 2009 draft - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], former forward for the [[New York Knicks]].<ref>[http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/aug/10/cols-stuen-play-img-academy/ Cols' Stuen to play for IMG Academy » Evansville Courier & Press]</ref>
* [[Michael Beasley]], forward for the [[Phoenix Suns]].<ref>[http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/mensbasketball/big12/2008-02-24-beasley-cover_N.htm Beasley finds stability, comfort at Kansas State - USATODAY.com]</ref>
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team Members====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team Members====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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[[Category:Sports in Florida]]
[[Category:Sports academies]]
[[Category:Summer camps]]

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{{refimprove|date=August 2012}}
{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[File:IMG Academy Logo.jpg|200px]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institution for amateur and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
IMG Academy was founded in 1978 as the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. In 1987, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy and added a golf program. IMG has since added programs for other sports and expanded the campus, which currently sits on {{convert|450|acre|km2}} of land.<ref name="a">http://www.bradenton.com/2012/08/19/4163910/new-img-brand-to-unify-bradenton.html</ref>

In 2011, IMG paid $7.5 million for 110 acres of land adjacent to the current campus that will be used for future expansion.<ref name="a" />

==Programs==
===Soccer===
{{main|IMG Academy Soccer Program}}

===Bollettieri Tennis Program===
{{main|IMG Academy Bollettieri Tennis Program}}

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|date=August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>[http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518 NBA draft: Jrue Holiday, Earl Clark and DeJuan Blair could go high in 2009 draft - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], former forward for the [[New York Knicks]].<ref>[http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/aug/10/cols-stuen-play-img-academy/ Cols' Stuen to play for IMG Academy » Evansville Courier & Press]</ref>
* [[Michael Beasley]], forward for the [[Phoenix Suns]].<ref>[http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/mensbasketball/big12/2008-02-24-beasley-cover_N.htm Beasley finds stability, comfort at Kansas State - USATODAY.com]</ref>
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team Members====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team Members====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[File:IMG Academy Logo.jpg|200px]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institution for amateur and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
IMG Academy was founded in 1978 as the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. In 1987, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy and added a golf program. IMG has since added programs for other sports and expanded the campus, which currently sits on {{convert|450|acre|km2}} of land.<ref name="a">http://www.bradenton.com/2012/08/19/4163910/new-img-brand-to-unify-bradenton.html</ref>

In 2011, IMG paid $7.5 million for 110 acres of land adjacent to the current campus that will be used for future expansion.<ref name="a" />

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|date=August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>[http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518 NBA draft: Jrue Holiday, Earl Clark and DeJuan Blair could go high in 2009 draft - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], former forward for the [[New York Knicks]].<ref>[http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/aug/10/cols-stuen-play-img-academy/ Cols' Stuen to play for IMG Academy » Evansville Courier & Press]</ref>
* [[Michael Beasley]], forward for the [[Phoenix Suns]].<ref>[http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/mensbasketball/big12/2008-02-24-beasley-cover_N.htm Beasley finds stability, comfort at Kansas State - USATODAY.com]</ref>
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team Members====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team Members====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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[[Category:Sports academies]]
[[Category:Summer camps]]

IMG Academy

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[File:IMG Academy Logo.jpg|200px]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institution for amateur and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
IMG Academy was founded in 1978 as the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. In 1987, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy and added a golf program. IMG has since added programs for other sports and expanded the campus, which currently sits on {{convert|400|acre|km2|sing=on}} acres of land.<ref name="a">http://www.bradenton.com/2012/08/19/4163910/new-img-brand-to-unify-bradenton.html</ref>

In 2011, IMG paid $7.5 million for 110 acres of land adjacent to the current campus that will be used for future expansion.<ref name="a" />

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|date=August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>[http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518 NBA draft: Jrue Holiday, Earl Clark and DeJuan Blair could go high in 2009 draft - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], former forward for the [[New York Knicks]].<ref>[http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/aug/10/cols-stuen-play-img-academy/ Cols' Stuen to play for IMG Academy » Evansville Courier & Press]</ref>
* [[Michael Beasley]], forward for the [[Phoenix Suns]].<ref>[http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/mensbasketball/big12/2008-02-24-beasley-cover_N.htm Beasley finds stability, comfort at Kansas State - USATODAY.com]</ref>
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team Members====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team Members====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[File:IMG Academy Logo.jpg|250px]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institution for amateur and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
IMG Academy was founded in 1978 as the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. In 1987, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy and added a golf program. IMG has since added programs for other sports and expanded the campus, which currently sits on {{convert|400|acre|km2|sing=on}} acres of land.<ref name="a">http://www.bradenton.com/2012/08/19/4163910/new-img-brand-to-unify-bradenton.html</ref>

In 2011, IMG paid $7.5 million for 110 acres of land adjacent to the current campus that will be used for future expansion.<ref name="a" />

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|date=August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>[http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518 NBA draft: Jrue Holiday, Earl Clark and DeJuan Blair could go high in 2009 draft - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], former forward for the [[New York Knicks]].<ref>[http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/aug/10/cols-stuen-play-img-academy/ Cols' Stuen to play for IMG Academy » Evansville Courier & Press]</ref>
* [[Michael Beasley]], forward for the [[Phoenix Suns]].<ref>[http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/mensbasketball/big12/2008-02-24-beasley-cover_N.htm Beasley finds stability, comfort at Kansas State - USATODAY.com]</ref>
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team Members====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team Members====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = IMG Academy Logo.jpg
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institution for amateur and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
IMG Academy was founded in 1978 as the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. In 1987, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy and added a golf program. IMG has since added programs for other sports and expanded the campus, which currently sits on {{convert|400|acre|km2|sing=on}} acres of land.<ref name="a">http://www.bradenton.com/2012/08/19/4163910/new-img-brand-to-unify-bradenton.html</ref>

In 2011, IMG paid $7.5 million for 110 acres of land adjacent to the current campus that will be used for future expansion.<ref name="a" />

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|date=August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>[http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518 NBA draft: Jrue Holiday, Earl Clark and DeJuan Blair could go high in 2009 draft - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], former forward for the [[New York Knicks]].<ref>[http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/aug/10/cols-stuen-play-img-academy/ Cols' Stuen to play for IMG Academy » Evansville Courier & Press]</ref>
* [[Michael Beasley]], forward for the [[Phoenix Suns]].<ref>[http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/mensbasketball/big12/2008-02-24-beasley-cover_N.htm Beasley finds stability, comfort at Kansas State - USATODAY.com]</ref>
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team Members====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team Members====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[Image:AcademiesLogo.jpg|thumb|center|alt=IMG Academies]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institution for amateur and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
IMG Academy was founded in 1978 as the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. In 1987, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy and added a golf program. IMG has since added programs for other sports and expanded the campus, which currently sits on {{convert|400|acre|km2|sing=on}} acres of land.<ref name="a">http://www.bradenton.com/2012/08/19/4163910/new-img-brand-to-unify-bradenton.html</ref>

In 2011, IMG paid $7.5 million for 110 acres of land adjacent to the current campus that will be used for future expansion.<ref name="a" />

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|date=August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>[http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518 NBA draft: Jrue Holiday, Earl Clark and DeJuan Blair could go high in 2009 draft - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], former forward for the [[New York Knicks]].<ref>[http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/aug/10/cols-stuen-play-img-academy/ Cols' Stuen to play for IMG Academy » Evansville Courier & Press]</ref>
* [[Michael Beasley]], forward for the [[Phoenix Suns]].<ref>[http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/mensbasketball/big12/2008-02-24-beasley-cover_N.htm Beasley finds stability, comfort at Kansas State - USATODAY.com]</ref>
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team Members====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team Members====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[Image:AcademiesLogo.jpg|thumb|center|alt=IMG Academies]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institution for amateur and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG Academy attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
[[Image:AcademiesIMGMap.jpg|thumb|right|upright=2.0|alt=IMG Academy Campus Map|Campus Map of IMG Academy]]

In 1978, [[tennis]] coach [[Nick Bollettieri]] set up the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. A decade later, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy. IMG has since expanded the campus, which sits on {{convert|400|acre|km2|sing=on}} acres of land.

Each year, students attend weekly camp programs or are enrolled in full-time programs. Full-time students attend the IMG Pendleton school on campus for their academic studies. Apart from its work with youth, IMG Academy provides a destination for professional athletes to improve their game.

==Notable alumni==
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===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>[http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518 NBA draft: Jrue Holiday, Earl Clark and DeJuan Blair could go high in 2009 draft - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], former forward for the [[New York Knicks]].<ref>[http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/aug/10/cols-stuen-play-img-academy/ Cols' Stuen to play for IMG Academy » Evansville Courier & Press]</ref>
* [[Michael Beasley]], forward for the [[Phoenix Suns]].<ref>[http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/mensbasketball/big12/2008-02-24-beasley-cover_N.htm Beasley finds stability, comfort at Kansas State - USATODAY.com]</ref>
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team Members====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team Members====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[Image:AcademiesLogo.jpg|thumb|center|alt=IMG Academies]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is a private athletic training institution for amateur and professional athletes located in [[Bradenton, Florida]].
The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
[[Image:AcademiesIMGMap.jpg|thumb|right|upright=2.0|alt=IMG Academy Campus Map|Campus Map of IMG Academy]]

In 1978, [[tennis]] coach [[Nick Bollettieri]] set up the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. A decade later, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy. IMG has since expanded the campus, which sits on {{convert|400|acre|km2|sing=on}} acres of land.

Each year, students attend weekly camp programs or are enrolled in full-time programs. Full-time students attend the IMG Pendleton school on campus for their academic studies. Apart from its work with youth, IMG Academy provides a destination for professional athletes to improve their game.

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|date=August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>[http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518 NBA draft: Jrue Holiday, Earl Clark and DeJuan Blair could go high in 2009 draft - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], former forward for the [[New York Knicks]].<ref>[http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/aug/10/cols-stuen-play-img-academy/ Cols' Stuen to play for IMG Academy » Evansville Courier & Press]</ref>
* [[Michael Beasley]], forward for the [[Phoenix Suns]].<ref>[http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/mensbasketball/big12/2008-02-24-beasley-cover_N.htm Beasley finds stability, comfort at Kansas State - USATODAY.com]</ref>
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team Members====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team Members====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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[[Category:Sports academies]]
[[Category:Summer camps]]

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[Image:AcademiesLogo.jpg|thumb|center|alt=IMG Academies]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is an athletic training center in [[Bradenton, Florida]]. The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football, and athletic and personal development. IMG attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
[[Image:AcademiesIMGMap.jpg|thumb|right|upright=2.0|alt=IMG Academy Campus Map|Campus Map of IMG Academy]]

In 1978, [[tennis]] coach [[Nick Bollettieri]] set up the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. A decade later, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy. IMG has since expanded the campus, which sits on {{convert|400|acre|km2|sing=on}} acres of land.

Each year, students attend weekly camp programs or are enrolled in full-time programs. Full-time students attend the IMG Pendleton school on campus for their academic studies. Apart from its work with youth, IMG Academy provides a destination for professional athletes to improve their game.

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|date=August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>[http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518 NBA draft: Jrue Holiday, Earl Clark and DeJuan Blair could go high in 2009 draft - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], former forward for the [[New York Knicks]].<ref>[http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/aug/10/cols-stuen-play-img-academy/ Cols' Stuen to play for IMG Academy » Evansville Courier & Press]</ref>
* [[Michael Beasley]], forward for the [[Phoenix Suns]].<ref>[http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/mensbasketball/big12/2008-02-24-beasley-cover_N.htm Beasley finds stability, comfort at Kansas State - USATODAY.com]</ref>
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team Members====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team Members====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[Image:AcademiesLogo.jpg|thumb|center|alt=IMG Academies]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is an athletic training center in [[Bradenton, Florida]]. The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football and athletic and personal development. IMG attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
[[Image:AcademiesIMGMap.jpg|thumb|right|upright=2.0|alt=IMG Academy Campus Map|Campus Map of IMG Academy]]

In 1978, [[tennis]] coach [[Nick Bollettieri]] set up the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. A decade later, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy. IMG has since expanded the campus, which sits on {{convert|400|acre|km2|sing=on}} acres of land.

Each year, students attend weekly camp programs or are enrolled in full-time programs. Full-time students attend the IMG Pendleton school on campus for their academic studies. Apart from its work with youth, IMG Academy provides a destination for professional athletes to improve their game.

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|date=August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>[http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518 NBA draft: Jrue Holiday, Earl Clark and DeJuan Blair could go high in 2009 draft - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], former forward for the [[New York Knicks]].<ref>[http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/aug/10/cols-stuen-play-img-academy/ Cols' Stuen to play for IMG Academy » Evansville Courier & Press]</ref>
* [[Michael Beasley]], forward for the [[Phoenix Suns]].<ref>[http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/mensbasketball/big12/2008-02-24-beasley-cover_N.htm Beasley finds stability, comfort at Kansas State - USATODAY.com]</ref>
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team Members====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team Members====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[Image:AcademiesLogo.jpg|thumb|center|alt=IMG Academies]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is an athletic training center in [[Bradenton, Florida]]. The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football and athletic and personal development. IMG attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
[[Image:AcademiesIMGMap.jpg|thumb|right|upright=2.0|alt=IMG Academy Campus Map|Campus Map of IMG Academy]]

In 1978, [[tennis]] coach [[Nick Bollettieri]] set up the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. A decade later, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy. IMG has since expanded the campus, which sits on {{convert|400|acre|km2|sing=on}} acres of land.

Each year, students attend weekly camp programs or are enrolled in full-time programs. Full-time students attend the IMG Pendleton school on campus for their academic studies. Apart from its work with youth, IMG Academy provides a destination for professional athletes to improve their game.

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|date=August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], former forward for the [[New York Knicks]].<ref>http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/aug/10/cols-stuen-play-img-academy/</ref>
* [[Michael Beasley]], forward for the [[Phoenix Suns]].<ref>http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/mensbasketball/big12/2008-02-24-beasley-cover_N.htm</ref>
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team Members====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team Members====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[Image:AcademiesLogo.jpg|thumb|center|alt=IMG Academies]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is an athletic training center in [[Bradenton, Florida]]. The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football and athletic and personal development. IMG attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
[[Image:AcademiesIMGMap.jpg|thumb|right|upright=2.0|alt=IMG Academy Campus Map|Campus Map of IMG Academy]]

In 1978, [[tennis]] coach [[Nick Bollettieri]] set up the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. A decade later, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy. IMG has since expanded the campus, which sits on {{convert|400|acre|km2|sing=on}} acres of land.

Each year, students attend weekly camp programs or are enrolled in full-time programs. Full-time students attend the IMG Pendleton school on campus for their academic studies. Apart from its work with youth, IMG Academy provides a destination for professional athletes to improve their game.

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|date=August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], former forward for the [[New York Knicks]].<ref>http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/aug/10/cols-stuen-play-img-academy/</ref>
* [[Michael Beasley]], currently plays forward for the Minnesota Timberwolves, drafted in the 1st round (2nd overall) in 2008 by the Miami Heat.
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team Members====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team Members====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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[[Category:Summer camps]]

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2012-08-27T22:39:28Z

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[Image:AcademiesLogo.jpg|thumb|center|alt=IMG Academies]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is an athletic training center in [[Bradenton, Florida]]. The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football and athletic and personal development. IMG attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
[[Image:AcademiesIMGMap.jpg|thumb|right|upright=2.0|alt=IMG Academy Campus Map|Campus Map of IMG Academy]]

In 1978, [[tennis]] coach [[Nick Bollettieri]] set up the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. A decade later, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy. IMG has since expanded the campus, which sits on {{convert|400|acre|km2|sing=on}} acres of land.

Each year, students attend weekly camp programs or are enrolled in full-time programs. Full-time students attend the IMG Pendleton school on campus for their academic studies. Apart from its work with youth, IMG Academy provides a destination for professional athletes to improve their game.

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|date=August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], An American professional basketball player, formerly of the University of South Carolina, currently playing for the Denver Nuggets of the NBA. Was traded to New York Knicks in 2011.<ref>http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/aug/10/cols-stuen-play-img-academy/</ref>
* [[Michael Beasley]], currently plays forward for the Minnesota Timberwolves, drafted in the 1st round (2nd overall) in 2008 by the Miami Heat.
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team Members====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team Members====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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[[Category:Sports academies]]
[[Category:Summer camps]]

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2012-08-27T22:38:08Z

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{{refimprove|date=August 2012}}
{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[Image:AcademiesLogo.jpg|thumb|center|alt=IMG Academies]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is an athletic training center in [[Bradenton, Florida]]. The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football and athletic and personal development. IMG attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
[[Image:AcademiesIMGMap.jpg|thumb|right|upright=2.0|alt=IMG Academy Campus Map|Campus Map of IMG Academy]]

In 1978, [[tennis]] coach [[Nick Bollettieri]] set up the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. A decade later, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy. IMG has since expanded the campus, which sits on {{convert|400|acre|km2|sing=on}} acres of land.

Each year, students attend weekly camp programs or are enrolled in full-time programs. Full-time students attend the IMG Pendleton school on campus for their academic studies. Apart from its work with youth, IMG Academy provides a destination for professional athletes to improve their game.

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|date=August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], forward for the [[Los Angeles Lakers]].<ref>http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], An American professional basketball player, formerly of the University of South Carolina, currently playing for the Denver Nuggets of the NBA. Was traded to New York Knicks in 2011.
* [[Michael Beasley]], currently plays forward for the Minnesota Timberwolves, drafted in the 1st round (2nd overall) in 2008 by the Miami Heat.
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team Members====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team Members====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[Image:AcademiesLogo.jpg|thumb|center|alt=IMG Academies]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is an athletic training center in [[Bradenton, Florida]]. The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football and athletic and personal development. IMG attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
[[Image:AcademiesIMGMap.jpg|thumb|right|upright=2.0|alt=IMG Academy Campus Map|Campus Map of IMG Academy]]

In 1978, [[tennis]] coach [[Nick Bollettieri]] set up the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. A decade later, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy. IMG has since expanded the campus, which sits on {{convert|400|acre|km2|sing=on}} acres of land.

Each year, students attend weekly camp programs or are enrolled in full-time programs. Full-time students attend the IMG Pendleton school on campus for their academic studies. Apart from its work with youth, IMG Academy provides a destination for professional athletes to improve their game.

==Notable alumni==
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===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], current NBA player for the Orlando Magic.<ref>http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=PreDraftTour-090518</ref>
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], An American professional basketball player, formerly of the University of South Carolina, currently playing for the Denver Nuggets of the NBA. Was traded to New York Knicks in 2011.
* [[Michael Beasley]], currently plays forward for the Minnesota Timberwolves, drafted in the 1st round (2nd overall) in 2008 by the Miami Heat.
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team Members====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team Members====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[Image:AcademiesLogo.jpg|thumb|center|alt=IMG Academies]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is an athletic training center in [[Bradenton, Florida]]. The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football and athletic and personal development. IMG attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
[[Image:AcademiesIMGMap.jpg|thumb|right|upright=2.0|alt=IMG Academy Campus Map|Campus Map of IMG Academy]]

In 1978, [[tennis]] coach [[Nick Bollettieri]] set up the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. A decade later, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy. IMG has since expanded the campus, which sits on {{convert|400|acre|km2|sing=on}} acres of land.

Each year, students attend weekly camp programs or are enrolled in full-time programs. Full-time students attend the IMG Pendleton school on campus for their academic studies. Apart from its work with youth, IMG Academy provides a destination for professional athletes to improve their game.

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], current NBA player for the Orlando Magic
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], An American professional basketball player, formerly of the University of South Carolina, currently playing for the Denver Nuggets of the NBA. Was traded to New York Knicks in 2011.
* [[Michael Beasley]], currently plays forward for the Minnesota Timberwolves, drafted in the 1st round (2nd overall) in 2008 by the Miami Heat.
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team Members====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team Members====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]

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[[Category:Summer camps]]

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[Image:AcademiesLogo.jpg|thumb|center|alt=IMG Academies]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is an athletic training center in [[Bradenton, Florida]]. The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football and athletic and personal development. IMG attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
[[Image:AcademiesIMGMap.jpg|thumb|right|upright=2.0|alt=IMG Academy Campus Map|Campus Map of IMG Academy]]

In 1978, [[tennis]] coach [[Nick Bollettieri]] set up the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. A decade later, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy. IMG has since expanded the campus, which sits on {{convert|400|acre|km2|sing=on}} acres of land.

Each year, students attend weekly camp programs or are enrolled in full-time programs. Full-time students attend the IMG Pendleton school on campus for their academic studies. Apart from its work with youth, IMG Academy provides a destination for professional athletes to improve their game.

==Notable alumni==
{{ref improve section|August 2012}}
===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], current NBA player for the Orlando Magic
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], An American professional basketball player, formerly of the University of South Carolina, currently playing for the Denver Nuggets of the NBA. Was traded to New York Knicks in 2011.
* [[Michael Beasley]], currently plays forward for the Minnesota Timberwolves, drafted in the 1st round (2nd overall) in 2008 by the Miami Heat.
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team Members====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team Members====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]
*[http://www.imgacademies.com/sports-camps/ IMG Sports Camps Official Site]
*[http://www.imgvilla.com IMG Academy Villa owners blog]

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{{Infobox company
|company_name = IMG Academy
|company_logo = [[Image:AcademiesLogo.jpg|thumb|center|alt=IMG Academies]]
|company_type = [[Privately held company|Private]]
|slogan = The Total Athlete
|foundation = 1978
|location = [[Bradenton]], [[Florida]]
|key_people = [[Nick Bollettieri]], Founder; Sam Zussman, Managing Director
|industry = [[Boarding School]], [[Summer camp|Camp]], Sports Camps
|homepage = [http://www.imgacademy.com/ www.imgacademy.com]}}

'''IMG Academy''' is an athletic training center in [[Bradenton, Florida]]. The academy offers programs for tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, football and athletic and personal development. IMG attracts more than 12,000 athletes from approximately 80 countries every year.

==History==
[[Image:AcademiesIMGMap.jpg|thumb|right|upright=2.0|alt=IMG Academy Campus Map|Campus Map of IMG Academy]]

In 1978, [[tennis]] coach [[Nick Bollettieri]] set up the [[Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy]]. A decade later, sports and entertainment company [[IMG (company)|IMG]] purchased the academy. IMG has since expanded the campus, which sits on {{convert|400|acre|km2|sing=on}} acres of land.

Each year, students attend weekly camp programs or are enrolled in full-time programs. Full-time students attend the IMG Pendleton school on campus for their academic studies. Apart from its work with youth, IMG Academy provides a destination for professional athletes to improve their game.

==Notable alumni==
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===Basketball===
* [[Earl Clark]], current NBA player for the Orlando Magic
* [[Renaldo Balkman]], An American professional basketball player, formerly of the University of South Carolina, currently playing for the Denver Nuggets of the NBA. Was traded to New York Knicks in 2011.
* [[Michael Beasley]], currently plays forward for the Minnesota Timberwolves, drafted in the 1st round (2nd overall) in 2008 by the Miami Heat.
* [[Erick Dampier]], An American professional basketball player who last played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA and is currently with the Miami Heat.
* [[Taurean Green]], currently plays point guard in Spain for CB Gran Canaria, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2007 by the Portland Trail Blazers. Also played for the Denver Nuggets.
* [[Ricky Sanchez]], Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and who currently plays for the Santurce Crabbers of the National Superior Basketball League of Puerto Rico

===Football===
* [[Anquan Boldin]], current wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
* [[Michael Clayton (American football)|Michael Clayton]], current wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams.
* [[Marc Colombo]], current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Angelo Crowell]], former linebacker, drafted in the 3rd round (94th overall) in 2003, played for the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Martin Gramatica]], former kicker, drafted in the 3rd round (80th overall) in 1999, played for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.
* [[Steve Hutchinson (American football)|Steve Hutchinson]], current offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings.
* [[Mike Jenkins (American football)|Mike Jenkins]], current cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Julius Jones]], current running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Chris Kelsay]], current linebacker for the Bullalo Bills, drafted in the 2nd round (48th overall) in 2003.
* [[Byron Leftwich]], current backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Eli Manning]], current starting quarterback for the New York Giants.
* [[Darren McFadden]], current running back for the Oakland Raiders.
* [[Heath Miller]], current tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
* [[Dan Morgan]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (11th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers.
* [[Cam Newton]], current starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
* [[Chad Pennington]], current free agent quarterback, who last played for the Miami Dolphins, drafted in the 1st round (18th overall) in 2000)
* [[Mike Peterson]], current linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 2nd round (36th overall) in 1999.
* [[David Pollack]], former linebacker, drafted in the 1st round (17th overall) in 2003, played for the Cincinnati Bengals.
* [[Dunta Robinson]], current cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons, drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2004.
* [[Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie]], current cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
* [[Tony Romo]], current starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.
* [[Alex Smith]], current starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.
* [[LaDanian Tomlinson]], current running back for the New York Jets.
* [[Kyle Turley]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) in 1998, played for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs.
* [[Kenyatta Walker]], former offensive tackle, drafted in the 1st round (14th overall) in 2001, played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* [[Fabian Washington]], current cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, drafted in the 1st round (23rd overall) in 2005.
* [[Benjamin Watson]], current tight end for the Cleveland Browns, drafted in the 1st round (32nd overall) in 2004.
* [[Anthony Weaver]], former defensive end, drafted in the 2nd round (52nd overall) in 2002, played for the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
* [[Chris Weinke]], former quarterback, drafted in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2001, played for the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers.
* [[Russell Wilson]], quarterback for the [[Seattle Seahawks]]<ref>[http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/31367/russell-wilson-ready-for-big-combine Russell Wilson ready for big combine - NFC South Blog - ESPN]</ref>
* [[Grant Wistrom]], former defensive end, drafted in the 1st round (6th overall) in 1998, played for the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks.

===Tennis===
* [[Andre Agassi]], Won 8 Grand Slam singles tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in singles.
* [[Boris Becker]], He is a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, an Olympic gold medalist, and the youngest-ever winner of the men's singles title at Wimbledon at the age of 17.
* [[Björn Borg]], A former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden; he won a record five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles and is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
* [[Brian Gottfried]], Player from the United States who won 25 singles titles and 54 doubles titles during his professional career. The right-hander reached his highest ranking on the Association of Tennis Professionals tour on June 19, 1977, when he became World # 3.
* [[Pete Sampras]], Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1. He won 14 Grand Slam men's singles titles during his 15-years tour career, and he is one of the greatest tennis players.
* [[Tommy Haas]], German-American professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of World No.2 on May 13, 2002.
* [[Martina Hingis]], Retired professional tennis player who spent a total of 209 weeks as World No. 1. She won five Grand Slam singles titles (three Australian Opens, one Wimbledon, and one US Open). She also won nine Grand Slam women's doubles titles, winning a calendar year doubles Grand Slam in 1998, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
* [[Serena Williams]], An American professional tennis player and former World Number 1 ranked female player. She have won five of the six Grand Slam events she entered, becoming the fifth woman in history to hold all 4 Grand Slam titles simultaneously
* [[Venus Williams]], An American professional tennis player. She has been ranked World No. 1. She has won 7 Grand Slam women's singles titles and 11 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena Williams.
* [[Maria Sharapova]], A former World No. 1 Russian professional tennis player and 4 time Grand Slam singles champion.
* [[Jelena Janković]], A former World No. 1 Serbian professional tennis player. She has reached one Grand Slam final and is currently ranked World No. 8.
* [[Anna Kournikova]], A Russian professional tennis player and model. She has won 2 Grand Slam Double's championships.

===Soccer===
====MLS====
* Imad Baba - New England Revolution
* Jeff Causey - New England Revolution
* Allen Kozic - Miami Fusion
* Steve Klein - New England Revolution
* Todd Yeagley - Columbus Crew
* Jon Busch – Chicago Fire
* Marco Velez – F.C Toronto
* Josue Mayard - Dallas Burn
* Kyle Martino – L.A Galaxy/Columbus Crew
* Jacob Lablanc - NY/NJ Metrostars
* Tim Glowienka - NY/NJ Metrostars

====International====
* Michael Parkhurst - FC Nordsjaelland (Denmark)
* Jari Litmanen - Ajax
* Hidetoshi Nakata - Japan, Parma (Italia Serie A)
* Johnny Walker - Universidad de Catolica
* Danlaba Mendy - Gremio (Brazil)
* Dimitar Gorgievski - NK Croatia
* John Weckstrom - FinnPa (Finland)
* Marco Borges - Lask (Austria)
* Demarcus Beasley – Glasgow Rangers (Scotland)

====USL A-League====
* Brad Rupsis - Chicago Stingers
* Andrew Restrepo - Rochester Rhinos
* Dave Moore - Charleston Battery
* Justin Nieman - Carolina Dynamo
* Ali Ngon - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
* Ben Hollingsworth - Charleston Battery

====WUSA====
* Kristy Welchel - New York Power
* Sara Kate Noftsinger - Washington Freedom
* Anne Makinen - Philadelphia Charge

====US Men's National Team Members====
* Matt Thompson
* Greg Martin
* Brad Rupsis
* Brian Purcell
* Jerimiah Marquez
* Fred Mince
* Daniel Bolin
* Kyle Martino
* Demarcus Beasley
* Alex Yi
* Raul Riviera
* Michael Parkhurst
* Heath Pearce
* Josh Villalobos
* Brian Charnock
* Phil Marfuggi
* Curt Morsink
* Edward Gavin
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Blair Gavin

====US Women's National Team Members====
* Anne Makine
* Gillian Hatch
* Susanne Keikari
* Laura Keikari
* Callie Withers
* Heidi Hollenbeck
* Andrea Brawner
* Erin Davis
* Tyson Wahl
* Mark Wiltse
* Shelby Payne
* Sydney Payne
* Erika Tymrak

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.imgacademies.com IMG Academy Official Site]
*[http://www.imgacademies.com/sports-camps/ IMG Sports Camps Official Site]
*[http://www.imgvilla.com IMG Academy Villa owners blog]

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[[Category:Sports in Florida]]
[[Category:Sports academies]]
[[Category:Summer camps]]