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About Club Leon Pomona

Official Affiliated Academy of Club Leon – Pomona, Los Angeles County

Mission Statement

"Bridging the gap in soccer by making talent, not income, the key to success."

Who is Club León?

1943‑44: Foundation

The club was founded on August 31, 1943. Official debut in the top flight came August 20, 1944.

1948‑49: First major titles & Campeonísimo

First Mexican team to win both Liga MX and Copa MX in the same year (“Campeonísimo”) in 1949.

2002‑2012: Relegation and Re‑promotion

Suffered relegation in 2002, returned to top‑flight in 2012, winning Apertura 2013 & Clausura 2014.

2023 & Beyond: International Success

León achieved continental success by winning the CONCACAF Champions League in 2023.

2024: Club Leon Pomona Founded

Our academy was officially founded in 2024 in Pomona, Los Angeles County.

Who We Are

We are the Official Affiliated Academy of Club Leon in Los Angeles County. Our aim is to provide professional training at affordable prices to help develop talent. In the Spring, selected players will be invited to attend a tournament to play other affiliated teams. The tournament takes place in León, Guanajuato in front of the Scouting Department.

Director Josue Espinoza

Josue Espinoza

Academy Director

Coaching experience with Manchester City and the LA Galaxy, among others. A lifelong León fan committed to ensuring your players experience fun, effective, and progressive training.

Coaching Education
English Football Association
Football Association of Wales (UEFA C & B)
U.S. Soccer Federation
Spanish Federation
Argentina U-17 Coaching Staff
Manchester City Club Methodology
Physical Trainer of Dutch National Team
Assistant to Guus Hiddink
Club Independiente de Avellaneda
Real Madrid U10 & U14 Training
LA Galaxy Academy & First Team Sessions
Our Team

Coaching Staff

Our coaching staff works together to provide a complete player development experience, helping every player grow both on and off the field.

Kevan White

Player Development Coordinator

Connects all development areas, coordinates player information, and supports the implementation of academy methodology.

Ivan Marquez

Attacking Development

Attacking principles, finishing, movement, 1v1 attacking, and creativity.

Leon Diapo

Midfield Development

Possession, passing, scanning, decision-making, and build-up play.

Jacky Zing

Defensive Development

Individual defending, team defending, pressing, and positioning.

Antonio Worthams

Physical Development

Speed, agility, coordination, fitness, and strength.

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