Kids from as young as three were put through their paces by qualified coaches across numerous drill and exercises designed to ensure smiles were the end result of an event that continues to grow annually. Here are a few of the defining images from the week, all supplied by Jim McCafferty Photography.....
5. PHOTOS: Fun at the Ryan McBride Summer Soccer Academy
A young forward heads to goal during this week's Ryan McBride Summer Soccer Academy at Brandywell Stadium. (Photo: Jim McCafferty) Photo: Jim McCafferty
6. PHOTOS: Fun at the Ryan McBride Summer Soccer Academy
Eyes on the ball during one of the sessions at the Ryan McBride Summer Soccer Academy this week in Brandywell Stadium. (Photo: Jim McCafferty) Photo: Jim McCafferty
7. PHOTOS: Fun at the Ryan McBride Summer Soccer School
PICK IT OUT: A young player finds the top corner during one of Monday's drills at the Ryan McBride Soccer Academy. (Photo: Jim McCafferty) Photo: Jim McCafferty
8. PHOTOS: Fun at the Ryan McBride Summer Soccer Schol
A great save at the Ryan McBride Summer Soccer School at Brandywell Stadium this week. (Photo: Jim McCafferty) Photo: Jim McCafferty