The St. James Football Club and DCXI Football Club Announce Strategic Partnership

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DC XI Football Club and The St. James Football Club Announce Strategic Partnership
February 1, 2025

Washington, D.C. – DC XI Football Club (“DCXI”) and The St. James Football Club (“TSJFC”) are
proud to announce an exciting new partnership that benefits youth soccer and futsal players, coaches and
families. Both community-based organizations share a deep commitment to fostering player development,
delivering world-class training, and creating clear professional pathways for aspiring athletes. This
immediate collaboration unites two like-minded institutions with a shared mission and vision for
elevating the soccer and futsal landscape by sharing Best Practices in youth development,
communications, and various coaching methodologies for emerging and elite players while also
committing to the goal of empowering players and their families to reach their full potential on and off the
court and pitch.

Founded with a mission to bridge local talent with professional opportunities, DC XI Football Club has
established itself as a leader in the Washington, D.C., region. DC XI focuses on creating elite player
experiences through cutting-edge training methods, top-tier competition, and exposure to professional
networks. With roots in the local community and a reputation for developing well-rounded athletes, DC
XI is dedicated to building a pathway that not only hones technical skills but also emphasizes character
and leadership development.

Collaborating with The St. James underscores DCXI’s dedication to elevating youth soccer in the DMV
by bringing together two organizations that are deeply committed to player development and community
impact,” said Pierre Hedji, Director of Football for DC Eleven. “We are excited to work alongside The St.
James to create unique, high-quality experiences that challenge, inspire, and empower our players both on
and off the field.

The St. James Football Club has become a national power in youth soccer and futsal development. With a
state-of-the-art training facility in Springfield, VA, and a holistic approach to supporting the next
generation of leaders on and off the pitch in Fairfax and Loudoun Counties, The St. James FC provides
world-class coaching, comprehensive athletic performance development and analytics, and unparalleled
resources for parents and players to utilize as tools for development during their pathway within the club.
TSJFC’s comprehensive soccer and futsal program is designed to cultivate excellence from grassroots
levels to collegiate and professional platforms, establishing themselves as a beacon of opportunity for
players of all ages and abilities to receive coaching, mentoring and leadership training – all with the
expressed goal of competing at the highest level of the game.

“This collaborative partnership affirms our commitment to the local soccer community and brings two
like-minded organizations together to provide exceptional soccer opportunities to youth players
throughout the DMV,” said Adam Baumgardner, Director of Soccer for The St. James Football
Club. “We are excited to work with Pierre, Mike, and all of the DCXI leadership team to provide unique
and transformative experiences for our collective players and members.”

This partnership between DC XI Football Club and The St. James Football Club will foster collaborative
efforts in player scouting, joint training sessions, and tournament participation, beginning with the current
soccer year and extending into the 2025-26 season ahead. Together, the two organizations aim to deliver a
transformative player experience that combines the strengths of their respective programs to unlock new
heights of potential for athletes, coaches and families across the greater Washington, DC region.
For more information on this partnership, visit www.dcxiproject.com or https://thestjamessoccer.com/thest-james-fc/.

About The St. James
The St. James is the leading sports performance, wellness and entertainment platform in the country. Our
mission is to help maximize human potential by designing, developing and operating performance
training and wellness experiences that engage, empower and inspire people to pursue their passions and
be their best at play, work and life.

About DC XI Football Club
DCXI (DC Eleven) brings a game-changing approach to soccer. The club is structured to meet players
where they are and then demand that they reach their potential by orchestrating an environment where the
desire to improve and grow is overwhelming. DCXI is dedicated to the process of development, this often
requires learning challenging lessons.

Media Contact:
Allyson Musci
Allyson.Musci@thestjames.com

Media Contact:
Partnerships@dcxi.club