Pumas Futbol Club

💢 𝗛𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗢𝗙 𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗦 | 𝗝𝗨𝗔𝗡 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗭 💢

Today, we honor one of our very own, 𝗝𝘂𝗮𝗻 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝘇, as he is inducted into the 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗼𝗼𝗴𝗮 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀.

We couldn't be prouder of everything 𝗝𝘂𝗮𝗻 has accomplished, as a CFC player, coach, club director, and Chattanoogan. For us, this recognition means even more because we had the privilege of watching part of that journey firsthand.

We watched you grow from a grassroots licensed coach who never stopped learning to now earning your National A Youth License. From competing in small tournaments to winning National Titles. From soccer-tennis matches against two MLS players to stepping onto the field against 11 players from MLS and La Liga teams. From playing Pumas Premier games in front of 50 people to stepping onto the field with CFC in front of thousands.

From handmade poster boards cheering for “Shaggy” to “No Juan Does It Better” memorabilia and even having your own bobblehead. The stages got bigger, the crowds got bigger, and the accomplishments kept coming.

But through every step, one thing never changed: you stayed true to yourself.

You always did the right things for the right reasons. You stayed humble, even when you were the star in the room. You treated people with respect, made those around you feel important, and never compromised your values.

During those Pumas Premier days, you made us believe we could beat anyone as long as you were on the field. We still remember those indoor games and our rotations, the one player who somehow never seemed to rotate out was Juan! 😂⚽ There was a reason for that.

But looking back, your greatest impact wasn't just what you could do with a soccer ball. It was the confidence, discipline, belief, and example you gave to everyone around you.

We are incredibly proud of everything you have accomplished in Chattanooga and, even more importantly, the leader and person you have become.

Today, we're proud to see you become a Hall of Legend, but we're even prouder to call you coach shaggy, colega, friend, and familia. ❤️⚽

Congratulations, 𝗝𝘂𝗮𝗻. Well deserved. Forever proud❗️🙌

𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗗𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗟𝗢𝗣𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧… 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡. 😅

We told the parents there would be a few fun games at the Pumas Kickoff Party… we just didn’t expect them to start showing off❗️✨

The soccer tennis match got a little too competitive, and let’s just say a few parents may have earned themselves a tryout for the Pumas Soccer Tennis Team❗️🎾👀🔥

After watching our 15v15 Parents Match and seeing some of those skills on display, we’re thinking a Parents Game might need to become a regular event this season. 💪

The good news⁉️ No pulled muscles. No overstretched hamstrings. 😮‍💨 Some were definitely a little slower than others… but the skill was untouchable. 😂👏

Shoutout to Kingsley (Pumas 12) for stepping in as referee and keeping things under control… for the most part. Some calls were questionable but it is what it is. 🙌

The competitiveness was real, the laughs were nonstop, and a few parents may have even impressed the coaches. Moments like these are what make the Pumas Family so special❗️🖤❤️

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗮 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗟 ‼️😇

Parents Game: Round 2… loading. ⏳

📸: Deena K***z Photography
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💢 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗧𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 💢

This week's features one of our very own, 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗲 𝗞𝗼𝗹𝗯❗️ ❤️🖤

𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗲 is currently serving on a mission trip to Alexandria, Egypt with Peace Sports and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. We're proud to have sent some Pumas gear overseas, where 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗲 has been sharing the beautiful game with young players while serving others through soccer.

This is what being a servant leader is all about, using your gifts to make a positive impact both on and off the field. ⚽️

As if that wasn't enough, 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗲 will continue his soccer journey this spring at Asbury University. We couldn't be prouder of the player, leader, and young man he has become❗️💪

Thank you, 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗲, for representing Pumas with humility, character, and a heart for serving others. Keep making a difference‼️🙏
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What an amazing way to kick off the Fall season!❗️⚽🎉🍂✨

A huge 𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗞 𝗬𝗢𝗨 🙌 to all our players, families, coaches, and supporters who joined us for the Pumas Kickoff Party‼️🎊⚽

It was an unforgettable night at the Paducah Sports Park, our new 𝗛𝗢𝗠𝗘 🏟️ and a perfect reminder of what this club is all about, we are more than just a club, we are family 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦, a community 🤝, and a place where lifelong friendships are built through the beautiful game ❤️⚽.

We’re excited to begin another season of growth, hard work, and memories on and off the field. We truly appreciate everyone who helped make the night such a success‼️🎉👏

Here’s to a great Fall season❗️⚽️🟥⬛️

Let’s Go 𝗣𝘂𝗺𝗮𝘀❗️🐾🔥

📸: Deena K***z-Photography
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Congratulations to former Pumas Coach Racheael on being selected to lead the GA Academy International Select Team❗️👏⚽🌎

This is an incredible honor and a testament to your passion, leadership, and commitment to developing players at the highest level. We couldn’t be more proud of this well deserved opportunity❗️👏

The entire Pumas family is cheering you on as you represent the game on the international stage❗️

We are proud of you, Coach❗️🐾 NUSA

Some incredible news from the side of NUSA! 💙👏

A huge congratulations to our Girls Academy Director, Racheal Foxley, on being selected as one of just two coaches to lead the Girls Academy League International Select Team on an upcoming tour of England! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

The International Select Team is made up of players identified through the Girls Academy League's Talent ID and National ID Camp pathway, bringing together some of the top talent from across the country for a unique international experience. During the tour, the team will have the opportunity to compete against top-level opposition, learn from elite coaches, and experience one of the world's greatest football cultures. 💪

To be selected into this group is an incredible honor and a reflection of the knowledge, leadership, and passion Racheal brings to the game every single day. Her dedication to developing players, mentoring young women, and raising the standard of our Girls Academy continues to make a lasting impact both within our club and beyond. 🥹🫶

We are incredibly fortunate to have Racheal leading our Girls Academy and representing Nashville United Soccer Academy on the international stage. This opportunity is extremely well deserved, and we couldn't be more proud. Congratulations, Coach Racheal! We can't wait to follow your journey and know you'll represent both the Girls Academy League and NUSA with excellence! ⚽🌍

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𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙉𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙥𝙨. ⚽📚

This week, our coaching staff made a trip to 𝗡𝗮𝘀𝗵𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝗖 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆 to learn from one of the top MLS youth development environments in the country. We had the opportunity to connect with the coaching staff, observe Academy training sessions, watch one of our favorite NSC Academy players train and gain valuable insight into elite player development. 📚⚽

A special thank you to Darren, Academy Director, and Peter, Head of Academy Scouting, for their hospitality and for sharing the Academy's philosophy and the qualities required to compete at the highest level. 🙌🟦🟨

We left Nashville with notebooks full of ideas, a renewed sense of purpose, and an even greater commitment to providing the best possible environment for our players. 📝

Experiences like this reinforce our commitment to investing in our coaches through continued education and professional development. Building strong relationships with top academies also creates valuable opportunities for our players to be identified, evaluated, and exposed to the 𝙉𝙀𝙓𝙏 𝙇𝙀𝙑𝙀𝙇❗️🌟

There's still plenty of work ahead, but we're confident we're moving in the right direction. We're excited to apply what we've learned this Fall and continue raising the standard at 𝗣𝘂𝗺𝗮𝘀. 💪🐾

We're incredibly grateful for opportunities like these that help our coaches grow, strengthen relationships within the game, and ultimately provide more opportunities for our players.

Now it's time to put the work in. 🔥

¡𝗩𝗔𝗠𝗢𝗦 𝗣𝗨𝗠𝗔𝗦! 🐾❤️🖤

💢 𝗙𝗥𝗢𝗠 𝗣𝗨𝗠𝗔𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗔𝗡 𝗠𝗟𝗦 𝗔𝗖𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗠𝗬 💢

This week’s is brought to you by our very own, 𝙆𝙖𝙢𝙙𝙚𝙣 𝙁𝙖𝙞𝙩𝙝 ❗️💪

Some journeys mean a little more. 🐾
Today, we celebrate one of our own. 🥳

Congratulations to 𝙆𝙖𝙢𝙙𝙚𝙣 on signing with the 𝗡𝗮𝘀𝗵𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝗖 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆❗️🟨🟦

Kamden's story with Pumas began in our Tot Soccer Program. From there, he continued his journey through Lil Dribblers, Lil Kickers, Pumas Academy, Pumas 13, and NUSA❗️ 🌟

Every practice. Every game. Every challenge. Every lesson. 💥⚽️

Those moments helped shape not only the player he is today, but the young man he has become❗️🙌

Watching Kamden grow from a little kid chasing a soccer ball to earning a place in an MLS Academy is why we do what we do. His journey is proof that dreams are built one practice, one game, and one day at a time‼️🖤❤️

To every young player wearing Pumas crest today, dream big, work hard, stay humble and trust the process. Your journey is just beginning. 👊

A special thank you to our fiends at NUSA for being an important part of Kamden’s development and helping him prepare him for this opportunity. 🤝

Kam, everyone at Pumas is incredibly proud of you. We can’t wait to watch you continue to grow and do your thing in Nashville. We’ll be cheering you on every step of the way‼️ 👏

𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗖𝗘𝗦𝗦 ❗️💯⚽
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