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MVLA SJ Champions of Tomorrow Camp Join former San Jose Earthquakes players Victor Bernardez, Khari Stephenson, and the MVLA San Jose coaching team for a high-energy, developmental training experience designed to sharpen skills, strengthen discipline, and build a winning mindset. REGISTER HERE Powered by Victor Bernardez, Khari Stephenson & MVLA San Jose. Train with a Hall of Famer. Become the next one. VICTOR BERNARDEZ Coach Victor was a standout member of the Honduran National Team. He signed with the San Jose Earthquakes prior to the 2012 season and made an immediate impact, helping anchor a central defense that led the club to the Supporters’ Shield and earned him MLS Best XI honors. Over six seasons with the Earthquakes, he made 161 starts and scored six goals, including several memorable set pieces. During his time with the club, he also represented Honduras at the 2014 FIFA World Cup. KHARI STEPHENSON Coach Khari was a key figure for the San Jose Earthquakes during one of the most successful periods in club history. He joined the Quakes in 2011 and played a pivotal role in the team’s midfield, helping lead the club to the 2012 Supporters’ Shield. Known for his vision, work rate, and leadership, Stephenson made over 90 appearances for San Jose and contributed several memorable goals and assists. He also earned international experience representing Jamaica at the CONCACAF Gold Cup. CAMP DETAILS When & Where Dates: February 18-20 Times: 5:00–6:30 PM (Ages 2017–2014) | 6:30–8:00 PM (Ages 2011-2013) Location: Patty O’Malley Field Who : Boys and girls, birth years 2017–2011. Price : $200 About the Camp High-energy, small-group training that sharpens technique, builds confidence, and encourages creativity — all in a fast, competitive environment led by licensed staff with Victor Bernardez. Tomorrow’s champions start today. What You’ll Gain Better first touch & ball mastery Faster decisions in tight spaces Finishing, defending, and small-sided insight Leadership, resilience, and a growth mindset What to Bring Ball Water Shin guards Appropriate footwear Weather layer All participants must be registered before arrival If you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to contact Club Operations

coaches Jodi Washington Karl Chomiak Aliyah Jones Zack Smith Maile Washington Victor Bernardez Jenn Randazzo Jorge Prado Phillip Casillas Stefan Winkel Charlize Tungol Francisco Hernandez Rami Bernovski Gabbi Sapien

TRYOUTS Recreational Player Tryouts Thank you for considering MVLA San Jose Soccer Club! We’re excited to announce that tryouts for all recreational players will begin on: Tryouts are ongoing thru February 4th Eligible birth years: 2011–2019 Please note: Tryouts are ONLY for recreational players and players not currently registered with another soccer club. In accordance with NorCal and Cal North regulations, players may not attend tryouts outside the official tryout window, which begins in May. All tryouts will be held directly with specific teams. Once you register, you’ll receive an email from MVLA San Jose with details on when and where your player’s coach would like to evaluate them. As we get closer to the date, we’ll send out exact times and locations via email. For more information, please visit our Tryout FAQ page . Teams, Levels, and Practices: We're proud to offer ~40 competitive teams for players aged 6 to 19. Practice days and times are determined by coaches' schedules and field availability. Specifics will be announced closer to the start of the fall season. All practices take place in San Jose. Committing to club soccer means training at least 2-3 times per week and participating in home/away games, and tournaments on weekends. For a comprehensive list of teams and coaches by age group, please visit our Boys and Girls pages on our website. We can’t wait to see you/your player at tryouts and have the opportunity to welcome you to our soccer family. For further information please contact cluboperations@mvlasj.com SIGN UP FOR TRYOUTS

WAYS TO GIVE MVLA San Jose provides a comprehensive soccer experience that not only develops strong players, but also a deep set of personal values. We encourage our families, friends, and community members to support MVLA San Jose through a broad range of programs that provide various levels of participation. MVLA San Jose is recognized as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and any donation made to MVLA San Jose may be tax-deductible. Please speak with your tax professional to verify if your donation is tax-deductible. Donate Now Make a tax deductible donation to MVLA San Jose today! DONATE Sponsor MVLA San Jose Make an impact in the community and sponsor MVLA San Jose. SPONSOR Gift MVLA San Jose occasionally hosts a direct donation campaign striving for club-wide participation. COMING SOON MVLA San Jose Fundraising and Company Match Policy Purpose The goal of this policy is to clarify the process for handling fundraising donations and company matches to ensure fair and transparent distribution while maximizing support for both families and MVLA San Jose Soccer Club. Policy Overview Family Donations: Any donation made by a family member to the MVLA San Jose fundraising campaign will be fully credited to the family’s account. This means that 100% of the amount contributed by the family will go toward covering their child’s registration fees or other applicable season fees. Company Matching Contributions: In cases where a family’s donation is eligible for a company match through programs like Benevity, the total company match will be split as follows: 50% of the company match will be credited directly to the family’s account, further reducing their registration or season fees. 50% of the company match will be allocated to MVLA San Jose, supporting the general operational needs, programs, and fundraising efforts of the club. Example : If a family donates $1,000, and their company offers a 100% match (through Benevity), the family’s total contribution will be $2,000. The family will receive $1,000 credited toward their registration or season fees. The remaining $1,000 will be split, with $500 credited toward the family’s account, and $500 going to MVLA San Jose. This would mean the family would receive $1500 of the $2000 total donation Transparency and Accountability: MVLA San Jose is committed to transparent tracking and reporting of all donations and matching funds. Families will receive a statement showing both the amount of their donation and any matching funds received. The 50/50 split will be applied consistently across all donations and matches. Eligibility: This policy applies to all donations made by families eligible for company matching. Families are responsible for confirming their company’s eligibility and match terms through the Benevity platform or equivalent matching program.

CODE OF CONDUCT In an effort to enhance the experience for all members of the MVLA San Jose community (coaches, players, and parents), we believe it is important to have a clear set of expectations and a shared understanding for each of these key members of our community. Please click on each of the areas below to view details of codes of conduct for coaches, players, and parents. Also, visit the Communication Protocol page to read about our club philosophy on communication processes. Parent Code of Conduct Player Code of Conduct Coach Code Of Conduct WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE VALUE MVLA San Jose values hard work, commitment, and excellence both on and off of the field. MVLASJ believes that its parents can play a vital role in impacting and positively representing the MVLA San Jose community through the examples we set to our players/children. To ensure the best possible experience for our players and in the spirit of good sportsmanship, we expect our parents (and any family/friends who come with them to games as spectators) to be positive and supportive to all players. Parents/Spectators participate in a match by watching, cheering, and supporting the efforts of all participants of the match. Soccer should be fun. The game is for the players; their participation and enjoyment of the game is the most important element. Still, parents have responsibilities to the coach, to the team, and to the entire MVLA San Jose. COMMUNICATIONS A parent should feel it is acceptable to bring questions or issues to the coach, team manager, or a board member’s attention and that the person contacted will respond in an appropriate and timely manner. Communications will be acknowledged in a timely manner (typically no more than 2-3 days) with appropriate follow-up as needed. Communications that are not responded to or handled satisfactorily may be escalated following club processes. It is the parent’s role to escalate items either not personally resolved or those for which his or her player has been unable to get addressed. Click HERE for Escalation Form. AVAILABILITY CHANGES If a player cannot attend practice due to unforeseen circumstances, then that player is required to notify their coach as soon as it is possible to do so. For changes to availability on a game day, the player (or parent if a younger player) should text the coach and advise if the player can no longer participate in a game. For practices, the parent should annotate the change in availability in Byga and contact the coach or team manager in line with whatever expectations that coach/team has in place additionally. CONFLICT MANAGEMENT Should a conflict arise between MVLA San Jose coaches, players, or parents it is required that such confrontations be addressed in the appropriate manner (with respect), and at the appropriate time (privately). While the coaches are committed to open communication with parents, there is a certain process that should be observed. In particular, the time before and during a game is dedicated to the players. It is not appropriate for a parent to approach a coach to discuss game or individual player concerns at this time. The coach will be happy to set up a meeting/phone call to address parent concerns at a time that will not interfere with the attention required by the players. An exception to this request is an incident when a player is injured. The coaches will be available immediately after a game to discuss the situation and any concerns with parents. FEES It is understood by accepting a roster spot for their child on an MVLA San Jose team that the parents are committing to pay club and team's fees for their player(s) in a timely fashion. If parents fall behind in payments, their player(s) may not be allowed to train with the team, and/or may be ineligible for any games while fees remain outstanding. REVIEW AND SIGN Review and sign the complete MVLA Parents Code of Conduct .

divinetime camps Welcome to DivineTime Camps, where we redefine soccer experiences for young athletes! Our all-female staff of professional players and coaches provides high-level training infused with mentorship, creativity, and joy. Here, campers enhance their skills, build confidence, and reignite their passion for the game in an inspiring environment. us to grow not only as players but as empowered leaders on and off the field! DivineTime Camps are reimagined soccer experiences led by an all-female staff of professional players and coaches. We combine high-level training with mentorship, creativity, and joy to help athletes rediscover their love for the game. Here, campers grow their skills, confidence, and passion in a space designed to inspire—not just as players, but as empowered leaders on and off the field. For more information please visit Divine Time . You can also have a look at their Instagram.

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The MVLA Shooting Stars Program is open to boys and girls born 2018, 2019 and 2020 offering the best soccer after-school program for players starting their soccer journey. spring shooting stars Shooting Stars Academy Director MVLA San Jose coach Aliyah Jones has been coaching players of all ages for seven years. Aliyah’s background includes Division 1 collegiate experience at San José State University that featured two championships as a player and one as the Director of Operations for the women’s soccer program. Aliyah was a captain and player for Oakland Soul’s first inaugural season. Aliyah has been with MVLA San Jose since the beginning of 2024. In addition to her duties as the Shooting Stars Program Director, Aliyah is also the head coach of MVLA’s 2012 girls team and is the Director of Camps and Clinics for the program. Program Information Spring 2025 Shooting Stars: - 2018’s, 2019’s, 2020’s First Day of Shooting Stars: Monday, March 10th Spring 2025 Duration: March 10th - May 28th Cost: $400 for 12 weeks What is the philosophy of Shooting Stars? Our ball mastery sessions use skill-based games to promote individual time on the ball, real PASSION for playing soccer, and most importantly having FUN. What do I bring? It is recommended that players bring water. They are also welcome to bring a ball, but there will be plenty of balls provided at the field. What do I wear? Wearing cleats and shinguards under soccer socks is encouraged. Is financial assistance available for this program? MVLA provides a need-based financial assistance program. Locations: Patty O'Malley Sports Field 5620 Santa Teresa Blvd #5612 San Jose, CA 95123 Schedule: Mondays and Wednesdays - Practice 5:30-6:30 Saturday Play Dates - TBD REGISTER I have more questions about registration, who should I contact? For more information please contact the Shooting Stars program at aliyah@mvlasj.com Refunds To review are refund policy click here .

shooting stars The MVLA San Jose Shooting Stars program welcomes boys and girls born in 2018 and 2019 for the 2025 Winter Season. We focus on providing a top-notch soccer experience for young players as they embark on their soccer journey. Participants will learn essential skills, face new challenges, and build confidence, all while enjoying a fun and supportive atmosphere. Join us for an exciting season of growth and teamwork! Duration: 8 weeks Dates: Week of January 6 - February 24 Cost: - $300 if registered before November 18th - $350 if registered on or after November 19th Practice Location: [TBD] Saturday Play Dates: [TBD] Every Saturday morning throughout the program, players can participate in small-sided games to showcase their skills and score plenty of goals. Thank you for choosing the MVLA Soccer Club/Shooting Stars Program! We look forward to a fantastic season! REGISTRATION CLOSED

Jodi Washington Jodi is a California native who grew up in East San Jose, attending Berryessa Elementary and Piedmont Middle Schools. With no girls team at Piedmont Middle, she played for the boys side before heading to Independence High School where she was a 4-year Varsity player. Jodi played her club soccer for North Valley Eclipse and San Jose Thunder before finishing out her playing career at Cal. Having spent time at the youth regional and national team levels, Jodi’s work ethic and intensity are two key traits she brings into leading her teams and staff. She was a long tenured coach at: North Valley Youth Soccer League, Leland High School, Central Valley Youth Soccer League, the San Jose Earthquakes, built the girls side at San Jose Surf before finding a home with MVLA San Jose. Jodi is passionate about player development, building a lifelong love of the game, and creating personal bonds with all of her kids. The environment she creates is competitive but fun. Her inspiration and passion to coach comes from two places: high school coach Becky Spina and former player Hannah Welker who tragically lost her life at the age of 12 while playing for Jodi. Between 5am and 8am, you’ll find Jodi with her pitbulls Merlot and Hendrix juggling between the Peloton bike, Tread, and PL or LaLiga matches. From 8a-4p she’ll be found attempting to change the status quo at her tech company. When the sun sets, you’ll find her on the pitch. She and her husband Jason have been married for ~30 years and have two kids Kai and Maile. Jodi holds her National "B" License, serves as Executive and Girls Director at MVLA San Jose, Diversity Champion at MVLA Soccer Club, and Co-Chairs the Black Coaches and Football for All Committees for NorCal Premier League.

CASINO NIGHT We are evolving Casino Night in hopes of having our MVLA San Jose soccer community together for a fun night out! The Deets Who: Adults only When: March 24, 2023 Time: Doors open at 6PM, tables open at 7PM Location: The Park San Jose What to Bring: Cash Only $20 entry fee at the door $50 to buy “$500” in chips $30 rebuys *The two players with the highest chip count at the end of the night will get to choose between two awesome prices Have some extra bills on hand to cover: Food Beer and Wine Surprise Balloons Raffle Tickets ANTE UP If hanging out at the tables isn’t your jam, hit the dance floor as the DJ will be spinning all night! If you have any questions after reading all the provided information, please contact us. Location: The Park San Jose 1650 Monterey Rd. San Jose CA 95112 Parking: Our parking lot is very small, so please park in the adjacent parking lot next door. Directions and parking info can be found HERE . There will be numerous casino games and fun to be had. If you need a little help understanding the games that will be played at casino, please click one of the links below.... Black Jack Craps Pai Gow Poker Roulette Roulette, Black Jack, and Craps Pai Gow Poker This event is for adults 21+. Please keep this in mind as anyone under 21 years of age will not be allowed in the venue. If you have any questions please contact us at info@theparksj.com or 408.915.0018

donations MVLA San Jose provides a comprehensive soccer experience that not only develops strong players, but also a deep set of personal values. We encourage our families, friends, and community members to support MVLA San Jose through a broad range of programs that provide various levels of participation. MVLA San Jose is recognized as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and any donation made to MVLA San Jose may be tax-deductible. our donors