James Palumbo

Spring Break Camp was a remarkable week of 2022!

All who were present at the camp were full of excitement, energy and determination. The week had its challenges with weather and unexpected events however the execution of our motto from campers and all staff members was crucial to the success of the week!

This camp was a great preview of what to expect at our 2022 Summer Camp! Our number one rule is to arrive with a smile and although there will be moments of difficulty when entering competition, the next day will begin with a fresh start!

One of our most important values is respect and this was reinforced in our morning messages and throughout each day. Thank you to all of our campers for demonstrating our motto and being respectful to our camp operations!

YOU ALL made us smile at some point this week with your accomplishments, improvements and interactions on and off the field!

Congratulations to our afternoon tournament winners;

• Liverpool and Mexico (“Nigeria”)

Congratulations to our talent show winners;

• Libby
• Gianna, Caroline and Coach James!

Congratulations to the Golden Boot Winner:

• Luka!

Congratulations to all of our Players of the day nominations throughout the week;

• Noah, Adrian, Hannah, Caroline, Cecilia, Sophia, Stefania, Josue, Nicholas, Frankie, Nicholas, Jesse, Karina, Luka, Emma and Tristan!

Finally, this week is only made possible through your trust in us as a private youth soccer organization to teach this game in a safe environment that shares the importance of quality life values.

We want to thank you for believing in us and we at JPSA look forward to building on the memories created and stories told this week!

Yours in soccer,

James Palumbo

For your viewing, we have attached some of the photos from the week and of course you can always follow us on Instagram and Facebook!

 

JP Stars…

Light up your game!

We are proud to announce our International partnership that was officially formed in December of 2021 with two professional coaches, Edgar Sa and Manuel Ramos.

This collaboration was inspired through a shared vision of the future of football, life values and passion for the betterment of the individual.

With JPSA being a reference in American youth soccer for over 40 years and the vast professional experience worldwide at all levels (Club / National Team / Seniors / Training) of Edgar and Nene, the partnership begins with a strong foundation! This partnership will aim to optimize the JPSA methodological plan, develop Football starting in the Aveiro region by offering an innovative and personalized service of excellence while creating the synergies between Portugal and USA!

JP Stars aims to be a place where children and adults can have access to individualized football training. It will be a space for everyone, regardless of age, gender or competitive levels. Each footballer will gather the right stimuli in order to illuminate/optimize his/her game.

Through a strong commitment to achieving the highest quality and an innovative methodological plan, JP Stars aims to be an International reference in developing individual footballers.

JP Stars believes, defends, practices and teaches its values of precision, rigor, excellence, enthusiasm, persistence, overcoming, commitment and innovation.

The JP Stars journey has begun with the first few training sessions executed just last week and more to follow!

The story is in motion and we all are looking forward to witnessing a special grand opening in July where American players will travel to Portugal and experience the JP Stars training first hand at the beautiful facility of Futpark!

Yours in soccer,

James Palumbo

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The walk to the red doors each Saturday throughout the winter months is not a one size fits all.

It is December 4^th and the league is soon to begin with teams that are made up of children from various towns and of all genders, ages and level. The challenge is presented for our staff to cater each time slot of the league to the level of the players while promoting a positive environment that encourages a fun and exciting 12 weeks of competition for all!

When the JPSA recipe comes together with our main ingredients of skill sportsmanship and self-discipline, the league becomes a desired event for all each week! The staff is predicting who will be the surprise team while the players are adding up their personal and collective goals from the previous week. Being placed on teams the likes of Juventus, Real Madrid, Italy, Borussia Dortmund, Manchester United and the list goes on, depending on the league division is a meaningful experience for each kid and receiving a professional nick name is even more inspiring.

The famous: “That is not my name, I am Jack” has been mentioned to a commentating coach who quickly replies “I know Jack, but today you are playing like Bergkamp and this name will be carried with you for the remainder of the league!”

What matters most about our JPSA league is the sense of connection and togetherness the children have with our staff and all players. We strive to promote an energetic feeling to work hard towards the goal of being recognized in our media booklet while enjoying each week’s games!

Congratulations to all of our winners of the 12-week league and we can’t wait to restart our league outdoors the week of April 18^th!

Yours in soccer,

James Palumbo

Where does it come from?

Once we realize the items most important and a real sense of meaning behind our contributions, the second wind will be applied.

Our potential is greater than we’ll ever know and that is the reason we are in a constant learning/improving process.

Each bit of experience gets us closer to our better version and although it will be challenging, it will be worth it.

The more we identify the things that give us our second wind, the happier we will be!

If we are finding a lack of second wind, we need to ask ourselves the question, how significant is this to me?

We can be at our lowest of lows and still find great strength to handle a tough situation as long as the importance of our involvement is evident!

Yours in soccer,

James Palumbo