I want to share a moment of gratitude and momentum with this community. I’ve received a verbal confirmation that I will be taking on a team within LAFC SOCAL ACADEMY. Final details are still being finalized, but this is a real opportunity that is actively moving forward. This represents a major step in my coaching career and aligns with the direction I’ve been intentionally working toward. Being developed under experienced directors, operating inside a professional academy environment, and continuing my education with my upcoming USSF C License is exactly where growth accelerates. What matters most is this: Everything I learn, sharpen, and experience at the academy level directly raises the standard of coaching, structure, and development inside Elite Soccer Academy. I’m grateful for the trust this community continues to place in me. The work stays the same. The standards go up. And we keep building, together. More details soon. Let’s keep pushing. ⚽🔥 — Coach Jessie

What an incredible year it's been watching you all grow on and off the pitch! I'm so proud of the progress every single one of you has made. As you take some well-deserved time off to celebrate with your loved ones, remember that rest is just as important as training. Recharge, spend quality time with family, and check out some football on TV over the break. Thank you for trusting me to be part of your soccer journey. Your commitment and passion inspire me every day, and I can't wait to see what we'll achieve together in the new year. Wishing you and your families a wonderful Christmas and happy holidays! 🎅🎁⚽ Enjoy the break. You've earned it! See you back on the pitch soon!

Next Tuesday I am running a free performance session inside a private training facility called The Forge. It is a clean, professional gym with turf and training space that is perfect for speed, strength, and athletic development. This session is only for athletes ages 12 to 17. We will keep it fun, safe, and educational while learning proper gym techniques, movement prep, and power drills. I’ll even have our players run through an awesome & tough workout to burn some extra calories before Thanksgiving. 😅 This is a bonus session for all ESA24 athletes in this age range. The Forge may also become our official indoor backup location for weather emergencies, so this will give everyone a preview of the space. Please pick a time slot so I can plan stations and control group size. Location: The Forge 2300 Florence Ave, La Verne, CA 91750 (Located right off the 210 freeway near the university.) Pick your time below and comment why that time works best. We will try to run a class that majority of students choose when it comes to the preferred time slot. Poll Options: - 5:00 to 6:00 pm - 6:00 to 7:00 pm - 7:00 to 8:00 pm - 8:00 to 9:00 pm

If you missed the coaching call, you still need to do this. Do not fall behind the players who actually showed up. This assignment is simple, but it will expose where you are weak and what needs to change going into 2026. Step 1: Make Your Copy Click the link below. It will create your own version of the homework doc. Fill it out with real honesty. No fake answers just to get it done. 👉 Homework Assignment If you rush it, it will show. Take it seriously. Step 2: Post Your Target Below After you finish the doc, comment on this post and fill in this sentence: “The number one thing I am targeting to improve in 2025 is ______.” Do not say “get better overall.” Do not say “work harder.” Those answers mean nothing. If you are not specific, you will stay stuck. Here are examples of real goals that actually move your game forward: • First touch under pressure • Speed in transition • Consistency with training • Confidence in 1v1 moments • Balance and strength when shielding • Shooting accuracy in real game situations • Decision making when the field gets crowded Pick the weakness that you know has been holding you back. Why This Matters If you cannot be honest with yourself, you cannot grow. Players who stay vague stay average. Players who get clear make progress. This assignment tells me exactly where you want to improve, and it shows me who is actually serious about leveling up in the new year. Drop Your One Thing Below Once you complete the doc, post your answer in the comments. I will be checking every reply and I expect real effort from you.