First, heads up for next month: there will be no training the week of March 16–19. I’ll be in a full-day, in-person C License course that week. Now for today: We are ON. Rain or not, we train. Tryouts are coming, and this is not the time to get comfortable or start missing work. Today needs full focus and real intensity. Come prepared. There is a chance of light rain so bring a hoodie, jacket, or whatever you need to stay warm between reps. Once we step on the field, the tempo stays high. Show up ready to compete and ready to improve.

Parents, Please complete the Weekend Game Evaluation Form after your final game. This form directly determines your child’s next training focus. If you have already completed it, disregard this email. Instructions: • One form per weekend • If multiple games were played, give an overall average • Be honest and specific Deadline: Monday at 12:00 PM sharp Form is sent Sundays at 8:00pm and closes Monday at 12:00 PM. Game Evaluation Link: Click Here to Fill Out Check your Skool Direct Messages tomorrow for your Loom video feedback.

I want more players and parents on our weekly coaching calls. This is where we break things down properly. Film analysis, clear action steps, and guidance you don’t get during regular training. To make it easier for more of you to attend live, I’m adjusting the time if needed. Vote below so I can lock this in starting next week. 🗳️ Poll Options 1️⃣ Wednesdays at 8:00 PM 2️⃣ Wednesdays at 8:30 PM (current time) 3️⃣ A different time works better for us (I’ll comment below) 👇 If you chose option 3, comment the time that would make you more likely to attend consistently. Reminder: If you can’t make it live, you never miss the content. All coaching calls are posted as replays. You can: - Watch them in the most recent posts, or - Go to the Classroom → Replays section to see exactly what we covered Live is best. Replays are always there. I’ll finalize the time based on responses and announce the official schedule shortly. Let’s tighten this up and get more people on these calls. — Coach Jessie

With the colder weather lately, we’re seeing a few more players getting sick. Let’s stay ahead of it. Please make sure players: • Dress warm and bring layers • Change or throw on warm clothes after training • Stay hydrated and eat properly • Sit out if they’re feeling sick or run down Missing one session to recover is always better than pushing through and getting worse or getting others sick. If you ever have questions about recovery, nutrition, or how to manage training during these colder weeks, just reach out. Happy to help. Appreciate everyone helping keep the group healthy 👍

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