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

Hello, my name is Zidane, and I currently play in the SoCal Soccer League and PSSLU League (2015 Flight 2). I play as a midfielder. I am grateful for the opportunity to play the game I love. I try to approach every training session and match with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn. I enjoy supporting my teammates and contributing to the team whenever possible. My family and I are thankful to be part of this academy, and we truly appreciate the guidance and support provided by Coach Jessie. I am excited to continue learning and developing under his coaching. My goals for 2026 are to improve my body strength to better compete for the ball, increase my speed, and continue developing my shooting at goal. With the guidance and training from Coach Jessie, I am working toward earning an opportunity to compete at Flight 1 level.⚽️