Calgary Soccer Elite Training Program

• My Vision: To build Soccer Elite Academy into Calgary's premier destination for youth soccer development by combining a professional, sustainable business model with a deep passion for the beautiful game and a commitment to our community.
• Leadership & Background: As the Sporting Director, Jesse Reimer provides the vision and leadership for all of Soccer Elite Academy's operations in Calgary. A natural entrepreneur and a foundational member of the Calgary academy, Jesse has been a key component in its stability and success. He works in close collaboration with academy founder Ahmad Majed, ensuring the Calgary program is built on the same principles of excellence and integrity that define the Soccer Elite Academy name.
  Jesse's leadership is informed by valuable, hands-on coaching experience. He has previously coached U9 through U12 Tier 1 boys' teams at the Calgary Rangers Soccer Club, giving him a fundamental understanding of the competitive youth soccer landscape in the city.
  While he has a deep passion for coaching, Jesse now dedicates his full focus and energy to the strategic growth of the academy. His priority is building the best possible environment—from the quality of the coaching staff to the strength of the curriculum—for every single player in the program. He actively fosters strong relationships within the Albertan, Canadian and international soccer communities, creating a network that provides unique opportunities and elevates the reputation of the academy.

 Soccer Elite Academy is thrilled to announce the appointment of Matthew (Matt) Stevens as our new Technical Director. Matt brings a wealth of high-level playing experience and a deep, modern understanding of player development that will shape the future of our on-field programming.

Born in the football heartland of Blackburn, Lancashire, England, Matt's athletic journey began at an elite level. Before dedicating himself to soccer, he was a multi-sport athlete who represented the England Youth National Team in basketball from 1994-1998. This elite foundation in sport has shaped his dynamic approach to player development.

After moving to Canada, Matt established himself as one of the top players in the province, enjoying a decorated career that included playing for the Calgary Select Squad and dedicating 13 years to the Alberta Major League Soccer (AMSL) from 2002 to 2015. His passion for the game continues today as he still competes at the Masters elite level.

Matt’s true strength lies in his exceptional coaching and analytical qualifications. He holds the Canada Soccer C-Licence and the highly-regarded Children's Diploma, emphasizing his expertise in age-appropriate youth development. His knowledge is further enhanced by a comprehensive suite of advanced certifications, including:

• Professional Football Scouting Association (PFSA): Certified in Talent Identification, Performance Analysis, Opposition Analysis, and Technical Scouting.
• English FA: Certified in Talent Identification, Futsal, and holds the FA Playmaker award.

As Technical Director, Matt will be the architect of Soccer Elite Academy's on-field philosophy. He will oversee curriculum development, guide our coaching staff, and ensure that every player is developing within an expert-led, modern, and competitive environment. We are incredibly excited to have him and our other high performing coaches lead us into our next chapter.