09/13/2026
What an amazing start to the season! As we’ve worked through all those early-season quirks — finding fields, getting uniforms sorted out, calming first-day jitters, and getting everyone into the swing of things — it has been wonderful to see our coaches step up and make sure our players are having a great experience.
This week, we are excited to recognize TWO outstanding coaches — Coach JJ Harris and Coach Duane LaDuron!👏
🏆 COACH JJ HARRIS
Coach JJ is amazing with his players! He makes practices fun, engaging, and positive while remaining committed to teaching the fundamentals of the game. This age group can definitely require some extra patience, and Coach JJ consistently brings that patience, encouragement, and enthusiasm to every practice.
His positive attitude creates an environment where the kids can learn, build confidence, and most importantly — have fun playing soccer! ⚽❤️
🏆 COACH DUANE LADURON
Coach Duane goes above and beyond to help his players become not only better soccer players, but also students of the game. He is encouraging and engaging and finds innovative ways to help his team learn about soccer both physically and mentally.
He helps his players understand the game as a whole and finds creative ways to make learning fun, all while building a strong connection among his team. His commitment to developing the whole player is exactly what youth soccer is all about!
Coach JJ and Coach Duane, thank you for the time, patience, creativity, and heart you give to your players and our soccer community! If you want to recognize an amazing coach, tell us why here:
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We couldn't ask for a better way to kick off the season, and we are proud to recognize you both as our Coaches of the Week!⚽🏆
Help us celebrate Coach JJ and Coach Duane in the comments!
We also want to give a special shoutout to Coach Tiffany Hackett, our very first recipient of the Golden Coach Duck Award!🏆🦆
The Golden Coach Duck Award is a special recognition presented to a coach who exemplifies kindness, sportsmanship, teamwork, and encouragement—as recognized and nominated by their fellow coaches.