I finally got the pods in and every athlete in the group is getting baseline numbers. We’re keeping this simple and tight. Each player will go through 2–3 short reaction and speed tests so I can track their quickness, agility, and overall performance. This isn’t a one-off. These tests will be repeated every one to three months so we can monitor real improvement and hold everyone accountable. If they’re getting faster, the data will show it. If they’re not, the data will show that too. Parents, I need ONE thing from you before testing: comment your child’s BIRTH YEAR.Not their age. Their birth year. This lets me set up their BlazePod profile correctly so the system can compare their numbers against age-appropriate standards and track progress over time. Once the profile is created, every test gets logged automatically. You’ll know exactly: • How fast they react • How quick they change direction • How much they improve every test cycle • Whether they’re keeping up with expectations for their age This helps me coach smarter and helps your kid get sharper and more competitive. Drop their birth year in the comments now.I’ll take care of everything else.

Parents, if your player missed last night's call, make sure they watch the replay. It was loaded with corrections and game-changing advice that every young athlete needs. Here’s what we covered: 1. Pregame Nutrition Fixes Most kids are eating the wrong things before matches. We broke down exactly why: • Too much protein before a game slows players down • Not enough carbs lowers energy • Fruits like oranges cause stomach acidity • Nuts and high-fat foods digest too slow The players learned what to eat and when to eat it so they stop running out of gas. 2. The “Scan Twice” Rule We taught the boys why scanning once isn’t enough. Games change every 1–2 seconds, and if they don’t scan twice, they panic, play unsafe passes, and lose the ball under pressure. 3. Outside Back Position Fixes We reviewed game footage and corrected the biggest mistakes: • Turning your back on attackers• Tackling with the wrong foot • Passing into dangerous areas • Dribbling too long under pressure • Not clearing wide when options disappear Every player who plays outside back needs to watch this section. 4. Confidence, Stress, and Game Anxiety We covered simple tools that help players calm their nerves: • Controlled breathing• Imagery and mental rehearsal • Understanding when to delay instead of dive in • How to make calculated tackles without risking yellow cards 5. Strength and Muscle Growth For Young Players Players finally understand the real formula: Protein + Carbs = Muscle Repair + Real Strength Not one or the other. Parents — have your child watch this video with you.This call answers the same questions I get over and over during training sessions, and it will help your player fix their nutrition, gain confidence, and play smarter immediately. Replay is attached inside this post. Let me know if you want me to review your child’s game next.

Parents, I’m opening up a Bring Your Buddy Week inside Elite Soccer Academy. Here’s exactly how it works: 1. Your child brings a friend to a training session — totally free for the friend. Just give me the friend’s name and parent contact info first so I can reach out and confirm their spot. 2. If that friend signs up for my program… YOU get 1 full month of free training added to your child’s program. No gimmicks. No “maybes”. One friend = one guaranteed free month. 3. There’s no cap. Bring 2 friends who join… that’s 2 free months. Bring 3… you get 3 months. Stack it as much as you want. This is the easiest way to drop your training cost down while helping another young athlete level up. CTA If you know one parent who’s been talking about extra training for their kid, comment “BUDDY” or send me their name and number. I’ll take care of the rest. Let’s get more players improving together.

I wanted to share a quick update with everyone about my interview with LAFC’s affiliate club, LAFC SoCal. The conversation with their director and manager went strong, and I’m feeling optimistic about what’s ahead. The final decision isn’t in yet because the club is heading into their winter break, but I’ll be getting clarity in January once they confirm how many teams are available for me to coach. In the meantime, they’ve invited me to come out and observe their sessions during January. That alone is a big step forward and a sign that things are moving in the right direction. This is a huge moment in my coaching journey. I haven’t been coaching for decades, but I’m committed, I’m growing fast, and opportunities like this show that the work is paying off. I’ll continue sharing every part of this process, wins or losses, because that’s what this community is about. Essentially, part of my job would be to develop young players and help them prepare for trials with LAFC's (1st team) Academy. If everything lines up, I’ll be joining LAFC SoCal and possibly even setting up fun scrimmages between some of you guys here at Elite Soccer Academy and your teams down the line. 😃 I’ll keep everyone posted as soon as I get the final word. Appreciate all of you who support the work we’re doing here.

Tonight we’re breaking down Elijah's VEO match film from his recent game. I’ll walk everyone through what I saw in person, key moments in his performance, and the exact adjustments he needs to make going forward. After the film session, we’ll open things up for a short Q&A. If any players have questions about nutrition, performance, recovery, or anything they’re struggling with, this is the time to ask. Make sure your athlete joins the call ready to learn and take notes. This session will help every player understand what real game evaluation looks like and how to apply it to their own development. See you tonight.