The Athens Goalkeepers Academy delegation arrived in Madrid on Monday, April 13, as part of its 26th official educational trip abroad, which will run through Sunday, April 19.

The delegation consists of 16 goalkeepers. Ten are part of AGA’s regular training program, while two represent the affiliated Rizos Goalkeeper Academy (Kavala). A further four goalkeepers are participating from partner goalkeeper schools in Thebes, Samos, and Germany.

During the program, the athletes will train and attend educational seminars at the facilities of leading Spanish clubs, including Atlético Madrid and Rayo Vallecano, under the guidance of the clubs’ goalkeeper coaches.

The delegation is led by Christos Lamprou, Head of Athens Goalkeepers Academy.

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The Panhellenic Goalkeeping Camp & Coaches Seminar of the Athens Goalkeepers Academy returns for the 5th consecutive year, aiming once again to be a national benchmark in goalkeeper education and evaluation. The event, which brings together a large number of goalkeepers and GK coaches from across Greece —as well as from abroad— will take place at Renti Arena from December 27 to 30, 2025, featuring Josemi Rodriguez as the main instructor.

THE COACH WHO BROUGHT GIORGOS PAPPAS TO RAYO VALLECANO

Josemi Rodriguez is the goalkeeper coach of Rayo Vallecano and the person who evaluated Giorgos Pappas during the Athens Goalkeepers Academy’s educational trip to Spain — opening the door for him to join the Madrid club last summer.

At the upcoming 5th Panhellenic Goalkeeping Camp & Coaches Seminar, his goal is to share his invaluable expertise with all participating goalkeepers and coaches. Through daily seminars and high-level training sessions, he will train and assess the young goalkeepers, seeking the next… Giorgos Pappas!

Josemi Rodriguez specializes in youth development, having spent many years working in Rayo’s Academy, while he also serves as the goalkeeper coach of the club’s Women’s First Team.

15% DISCOUNT FOR REGISTRATIONS UNTIL DECEMBER 1st

Participants who complete their registration — online form submission and confirmation via phone call — by Monday, December 1st, will receive a special 15% DISCOUNT.

Goalkeepers and coaches interested in joining the 5th Panhellenic Goalkeeping Camp & Coaches Seminar can complete their ONLINE REGISTRATION quickly and easily through the official website of the AGA:

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For more information:

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Το άρθρο Josemi Rodriguez of Rayo Vallecano at the 5th Panhellenic Goalkeeping Camp & Coaches Seminar (27–30/12/2025) εμφανίστηκε πρώτα στο Athens Goalkeepers Academy.

The 16‑year‑old goalkeeper – born in 2009 – takes a major step towards his dream, having agreed on all terms to join the Madrid club’s Academy for the 2025‑26 season. Rayo Vallecano identified his talent, believed in his potential, and is now giving him the opportunity to showcase his skills in Spanish football.

The Athens Goalkeepers Academy played a decisive role in making this move possible. Under the guidance of the AGA coaching team, Pappas has been training and developing for the past four years, following the AGA Training Methodology across all levels. His journey included eight different training and assessment camps, one-on-one sessions, three summer goalkeeper pre-season programs, and three international training trips.

During one of these trips – to Madrid – Rayo Vallecano spotted him during a dedicated evaluation process and offered him a place in their Academy. With AGA’s mediation, the move was successfully completed.

It is worth noting that Giorgos Pappas is the third goalkeeper in the last four years to secure a place in a Spanish club through the Athens Goalkeepers Academy, following Dimitris Stamatakis (2021) and Stamati Orphanos (2024) who joined Atlético Madrid.

Christos Lamprou: We are honored by the trust of top clubs abroad

Christos Lamprou, Head of the Athens Goalkeepers Academy, who travelled to Spain with Pappas and his family to finalize the deal, commented:

“This is the third time in the past four years that one of our goalkeepers has signed for the youth setup of a LaLiga club. The trust shown by major clubs from Spain, Italy, the UK, the Netherlands, Greece, and Cyprus is a great honor for AGA. It reflects the clear image they have of our work, built through years of meaningful collaboration.

Giorgos Pappas joined the Athens Goalkeepers Academy through the Goalkeeper School Academy and the Greek Goalkeeping Network founded by AGA, and most recently played for Thyella Pyrgou. He has been trained and evaluated by AGA, as well as by top European goalkeeper coaches who we invite every year to our camps. That is how the pathway to Spain and Rayo Vallecano opened for him.

We are thrilled to help these young athletes take a major step forward in their lives – both for themselves and for their families. This is something we will continue doing in the future with even greater enthusiasm, as we believe that every goalkeeper who follows the Athens Goalkeepers Academy program can reach their full potential.

We wish Giorgos every success – we will be by his side every step of the way.”

Το άρθρο Giorgos Pappas joins Rayo Vallecano through the Athens Goalkeepers Academy εμφανίστηκε πρώτα στο Athens Goalkeepers Academy.

All participants were carefully selected through AGA’s most recent camps held in summer and Christmas 2024, and underwent a comprehensive training program in the months that followed.

During their stay in Madrid until Tuesday, April 29, the goalkeepers will take part in training sessions and talent evaluations conducted by top La Liga clubs, including Atlético Madrid and Rayo Vallecano — long-standing partners of the Academy.

Beyond the pitch, this journey also offers the athletes a chance to immerse themselves in Spanish football culture and the values of international sporting exchange.

The team is accompanied by the Academy’s Head Coach, Mr. Christos Lamprou.

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