The Jimmy Banks Academy was birthed from the inspiring success story of the late Jimmy Banks™, a renowned USMNT Soccer Icon and Community Advocate. Our mission at Jimmy Banks Academy (J.B.A.) is to continue the legacy of Jimmy Banks™​​​​​​​ by using soccer as a catalyst to empower underserved youth with essential life skills. Our programs integrate physical fitness, educational goal-setting, and impactful mentorship that positively influence the lives of young people. We firmly believe that sports, physical activity, education, and mentorship have the power to transform lives, nurture thriving communities, and cultivate responsible citizens.