NBC Universal, Inc. Founded in Oakland by Ethiopian immigrant Nigus Solomon, Golden Boot Academy trains professional athletes like U.S. women’s soccer star Naomi Girma. Gia Vang reports. In the Bay Area, there is a diverse community that's passionate about the game of soccer. That community includes Golden Boot Academy. Founded in Oakland by Ethiopian immigrant Nigus Solomon, the academy trains professional athletes like U.S. women's soccer star Naomi Girma.