Jackson Meyers has reached the next level of his personal pathway, and we could not be more proud!

Jackson, now 10 years old, started playing soccer at age 5. He joined LA Galaxy Orange County (now Liverpool FCIA SoCal) through our Junior Development League (JDL) recreation program. From JDL, he was selected into our Center of Excellence program, where players are professionally trained and prepared to transition from a recreational program to competitive soccer. As Jackson moved on to the Club’s Pre-Academy teams, his parents appreciated the consistent positive coaching approach which enabled Jackson to set a foundation and develop up the soccer ladder. This is what they had to say about his experience:

“Jackson’s current opportunity with the LA Galaxy Development Academy was only possible due to the incredible player development platform and superior coaching he received at LA Galaxy OC (now Liverpool FCIA SoCal). Their strong alignment with the LA Galaxy Professional Club has made for a seamless transition.  Outstanding individualized instruction remained constant during his 4 years with the club. Jackson benefited from the Club’s 5-Star Coaching model <coaches personal development platform> and enabled him to progress successfully through the Club’s Player Pathway.

As parents, we all want to see our kids develop their skills and become better soccer players, however HOW that is done is critical. The coaches created a consistent, positive and fun environment, developing both skills and reinforcing sportsmanship, attitude, responsibility and a love of the game. We also appreciated how coaches from the various teams within the club built great relationships with all players, even those not on their specific teams. It creates a family environment, which for younger players in particular is key to maximizing their growth. We could not be more grateful for the incredible development & coaching Jackson received!”

Boys Director, Graeme Jennings, coached Jackson while he played with us and said “Jackson has an attitude and desire to accept nothing less than top quality; learning from mistakes, and then putting in the extra time to reframe his mistakes; he took this opportunity to learn and develop which helped him improve and master his techniques. It has been a privilege for me and all of our coaches who worked with Jackson, to see him grow, mature and develop as a player and person.”

Boys Coach: ADAM RIDER

Girls Coach: MIKE MCKENZIE

“Coach Adam puts the team above himself. He’s guided us through this pandemic with integrity and focus despite all surrounding distractions. Through all this it’s been clear to my son and I that coach Adam is laser beam focused on his goals for the team, the development of the boys and his passion for what he does is evident through his actions.” 

“A great supporter for the kids in challenging times keeping them on their toes and sharing a great vision for the future.”

“In 15 years of club soccer with both girls at various clubs,  Michael has demonstrated in a short time to me that he captivates the players, always encouraging them, and is a positive influence on my daughter. It’s shown in the very good communication this team has portrayed by way of the team snap chat and video conferences in this tough time we are all having.  I appreciate this coach for what he is bringing to the table each and every time”

Ambition

Knowing that dreams are there to be achieved. Nothing is impossible. Have the courage to take risks and learn from honest mistakes. It makes us braver next time. Pursue ever-higher goals with your feet on the ground.

• JOSEPH COLLINS – B10 PDA Jennings
• BRADY LARKIN – B11 Davin
• BENJAMIN LETIAN LUO – B10 White Yafai

Dignity

Earn respect through honesty and integrity. Be true to yourself and trust each other to do the right thing in any given situation. Treat people well expect nothing back and the pride will flow.

• JACK FRAME – B07 Red Moushabek
• KYLIE BENALLY – G04 Silva

Unity

Work together to bring the best out of each other,on and off the field. Believe in each other’s ability and expertise. Collaborate for the common good across all our communities.

• NIK BELLE – B02/03 Premier Gonzales
• OMAR AL-SAYED – B08 Premier Brader
• JONAH VAN IERSEL – B08 Premier Brader

Commitment

Put your heart and soul into everything – go that last mile to do things right. Live by hard graft and continuous self improvement. Be proud, professional and enthusiastic in all aspects of the club.

• BROOKELYYN VANDERKALLEN – G08 Premier Harrison
• GUNNAR HANSON – B06 Premier Brader
• TROY MCCONNELL- B10 Red Moushabek
• LUCAS CHUNG- B09 Davin
• SAMANTHA NICHOLS – G09 Tostado
• NATHAN LAO – B12 Red Milne
• ALAN WANG – B11 Red Milne
• AALIYAH GARCIA – G11 PDA Louglin
• AOI TAKANO – B08 White Yafai
• BROOKLYN “Biz” SELSTROM – G10 PDA Loughlin
• RYAN BENNETT – B09 Camilleri

Ambition

Knowing that dreams are there to be achieved. Nothing is impossible. Have the courage to take risks and learn from honest mistakes. It makes us braver next time. Pursue ever-higher goals with your feet on the ground.

• KYNLEE MERRIMAN – G09 Tostado
• SASCHA PIRGHIBI- B07 Mizen
• JINAN SAID – G05 Toledo
• JAYDEN MARTINEZ – B09 Davin
• XAVI ARROYO – B12 PDA Jennings
• ARTIN SHATCHIYAZDI – B12 East Dolan
• NATALIE HOFFMAN – G07 Sauder
• MIKAH LONGCOB – G06 Premier Gonzales
• GABBY FALCHETTI – G07 Salter
• GRACE VASZUEZ – G05 Silva
• ARTIN SHALCHIYAZDI – B12 East Dolan
• THIAGO MARTINEZ – B12 Camilleri

Dignity

Earn respect through honesty and integrity. Be true to yourself and trust each other to do the right thing in any given situation. Treat people well expect nothing back and the pride will flow.

• EDWIN MORALES – B05 Newman
• ABIGAIL LABOVITCH – G12 Curry
• MADDISON GONZALES – G08 Red Sauder
• JAYDEN AUTAJAY – B09 Camilleri
• EVIE JACKSON – G07 Premier Sauder
• ANGELA UMHOLTZ – G06 Toledo

Unity

Work together to bring the best out of each other,on and off the field. Believe in each other’s ability and expertise. Collaborate for the common good across all our communities.

• LAUREN NOVELL – G04 Salter
• SKYLAR ADRIAN – G09 Toledo

Commitment

Put your heart and soul into everything – go that last mile to do things right. Live by hard graft and continuous self improvement. Be proud, professional and enthusiastic in all aspects of the club.

• LUCAS DEUTSCHZHAO – B11 Red Milne
• BRENDAN LEE – B05 Premier Brader
• CARTER LAMBERT – B08 Premier Brader
• MCKENNA MUIR – G10 White Watts
• JULIAN REA – B11 White Milne
• GAVIN REYES – B12 Red Milne
• ROLAND QUON – B11 East Davin
• BECKHAM DAVIS – B11 Yafai
• JAYDEN NHU – B10 Yafai
• SHAYAN SADJADI – B08 Yafai
• SHANE QUERRY -B11 Rammelsberg
• ALEXI HOWARD – B10 Rammelsberg
• ELIZABETH LARKIN – G05 Gonzales
• ISAAC CORTEZ – B02/03 Premier Gonzales
• FERNANDO ORTEGA – B04 Premier Harrison
• ELI HUEY – B12 White Hilditch
• NOAH SORIANO – B12 White
• KEO DICK – B05 Red Hilditch
• RONIT DATIR – B11 Camilleri
• SLOAN FLEMMING – G10 Red Greer
• ALLIE THORNTON – G11 White Curry
• ISABELLE MONDAY – G09 White Curry