Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have set out to raise their children with values different from those that shaped their own childhoods. Both know the difficulties of growing up surrounded by protocols and cameras. That's why they work to ensure Archie and Lilibet enjoy a simpler and more balanced life.
That idea is reflected both in the education they receive and in the activities they take part in. The couple carefully selects where and how their children participate. Recently, one of those choices has revealed a striking aspect of young Archie's routine.
Meghan Markle, once again in the spotlight
After months of discretion, Meghan Markle has decided to make a strong return to the public eye. She has done so with a Netflix docureality titled With Love, Meghan, in which she shows a personal version of her daily life. The duchess has accompanied this comeback with constant posts on social media.
Those posts feature family scenes in which Harry and their children are also present. However, the couple keeps their decision not to show Archie and Lilibet's faces. That reserve hasn't stopped followers from finding hidden details in every photo.
One of those details especially caught attention in the latest shared image. Archie wore the kit of an exclusive sports center in California. That clue was enough to uncover the new expense the Sussexes are taking on for their eldest child's education.
The fortune Harry spends on his son Archie
Archie attends GB Soccer School, a prestigious soccer academy in California. There, they offer training sessions, tournaments, practices, and camps during vacations. Their programs are aimed at developing young footballers in a professional and highly competitive environment.
The prices confirm that this is an exclusive center. The basic cost, with weekly training sessions, is about 300 euros ($325) per trimester. The more comprehensive options, which include matches and tournaments, exceed 1,100 euros ($1,190) per semester.
It's unknown which plan Harry and Meghan have chosen, but there's no doubt that the monthly outlay is high. The choice isn't random either: soccer is an essential part of British culture. With this, the dukes seek to bring Archie closer to his paternal roots.
A gesture at a key moment
The expense on Archie's sports training coincides with an important personal period for Harry. The Duke of Sussex will return to the United Kingdom to attend the WellChild Awards, a charity event that's been on his calendar for years. It will also be an opportunity to reunite with his family.
Media outlets such as the Daily Mirror suggest that a private meeting with King Charles III could take place. There will be no photos or statements, since the priority is to keep privacy. It would be a discreet meeting intended to open the door to a future reconciliation.
Harry's commitment to investing in Archie's education sends a clear message. The prince wants to guarantee opportunities for his son and, at the same time, keep the bond with his roots. It's a gesture that combines his role as a father with his desire to find balance between two worlds.