We are thrilled to announce our new Director of Coaching, Jack Stockdale . Jack will be responsible for guiding the current coaching staff to further challenge themselves, implementing enhanced training methods, updating our club curriculum, and advising on league selection for our teams to maximize the potential of each and every player. Executive Director Paul Thomas had this to say about the appointment: “Jack is one of the top young leaders in the soccer community. He has infectious enthusiasm, understands how to connect with players to help them grow, and is passionate about player development. We are excited to welcome Jack into our club and look forward to the leadership he will provide for our families, players and staff” Jack on his appointment: “I am delighted to be joining the club. To be at a growing club that prides itself on player development and to be surrounded by great coaches and families was an opportunity I had to jump at. I am very excited to meet and get to know everyone and play my part in developing players to help them achieve their goals” About Jack: Jack began his playing career in Leeds, England for Farsley Celtic. Competing in the FA Youth cup and playing semi-professionally before going to University. Jack studied coaching at Leeds Metropolitan University in England whilst gaining valuable coaching experience travelling to South Africa, West Africa, America and Canada. After University, he worked as a PE Specialist in schools across Yorkshire, England teaching and developing sport curriculums before moving to America in 2016 to pursue his coaching career. In the Spring of 2017, Jack guided Eastside FC to their first MSYSA Junior State Cup on the boys side. Whilst being Girls Technical Director at Liverpool FC North Oakland, Jack helped guide teams to State Cup Championships, Presidents Cup Finalists, and helped achieve National League status with multiple girls teams. He currently holds US Soccer ‘C’ license. Jack currently resides in Rochester Hills with his wife Brianna.