September Newsletter 2025

Welcome to the Kings Hammer Swan City September Newsletter! This edition features Alex Paniagua Signs with Orlando City Academy, NAL Opening Day, DPL Season Kicks Off at Crago Park, Fall Center of Excellence, Thanksgiving Skills Camp, GK Union Save of the Month, and more! If you have a player, coach, or team to be highlighted in future newsletters, please send photos and stories to acorbett@kingshammer.com. Each newsletter will be posted on our website as well as our social pages.

Alex Paniagua Signs with Orlando City Academy

We are so proud to share that our 2012 Elite player, Alex Paniagua, has officially signed with Orlando City Academy! This is a goal Alex has been working toward for some time, and his dedication, talent, and love for the game have truly paid off. His growth and development here at Kings Hammer Swan City, under the direction of Coach Corey Mills, has been nothing short of amazing. We can’t wait to watch Alex continue his journey and shine at the next level. Wishing him nothing but success on his bright future!

NAL Opening Day

We were away for Opening day of National Academy League against West Florida Flames Eastlake and our boys came ready to work:

2007/08 2-1 W
2009 3-0 W
2010 1-2 L
2012 1-1 D
2013 3-1 W

Great battles, great moments, great start to the season!

DPL Season Kicks Off at Crago Park

Our DPL ladies officially opened their season on September 13th at Crago Park against Ideasport—and they made us proud! The energy was high and the goals were flying in!

Here’s how our teams finished on opening day:

2007/08: L 0–2
2010: L 5–7
2011: T 4–4
2012: W 16–0
2013: W 4–0

We’re excited to watch these girls grow, develop, and compete throughout the season. The future is bright for our DPL program!

Kings Hammer Swan City Core Value: Leadership

Leadership is about more than what happens on the field—it’s also about guidance, direction, and trust. Our coaches lead by teaching, motivating, and empowering players to make an impact in the game and beyond. That’s the Kings Hammer Swan City Way.

Fall Center of Excellence

Our Center of Excellence (COE) training program is tailored specifically for our Recreation players aged U6 (2020) through U12 (2014).

This program is a fantastic opportunity for players to enhance their skills, learn new techniques, and take their game to the next level under the guidance of our experienced coaching staff.

We are pleased to make this program available monthly at $15 a session ($60). You can jump in monthly, bi-monthly, or for the whole duration of our program.

**You do not have to be a member of our club to join.

Monday evenings
Carter Rd Park
Mini Kickers U6 (2020)- U8(2018) – 6:15-7:15pm
U9(2017)-U12(2014) – 7:15-8:15pm

Click here for more information & to register!

Thanksgiving Skills Camp

Looking for something fun and exciting for your player over Thanksgiving break?

Join us for 3 days of soccer, skills, and fun at Lake Parker Park!

November 24–26
9:00am – 12:00pm
Lake Parker Park
Boys & Girls U5 (2021) – U15 (2011)

Don’t miss out on the perfect way to sharpen skills and stay active this holiday break!

Click here to register now and secure your spot!

Chargers Labor Day Tournament

Our teams made a big impression at this year’s Chargers Labor Day Tournament! From start to finish, our players showed skill, determination, and teamwork on the field. We are proud to share that so many of our teams finished as Champions and Finalists!

Champions

2011 Academy 2 Boys
2009 Elite Boys
2007/08 Elite Boys
2007/08 Academy Boys
2015 Pre-Elite Girls
2015 Pre-Elite Boys
2014 Pre-Elite Boys
KHJR Swan G17-1
KHJR Swan B17-2

Finalists

2010 Elite Boys
2011 Elite Girls
2007/2008 Elite Girls
2015 Pre Academy Boys

ODP Success

Several of our Kings Hammer Swan City players tried out for ODP at Lake Myrtle Sports Complex — and we’re proud to announce that they’ve been selected to the State Pool!

These players will now continue their journey, working towards the State Team and future Regional events. A huge congratulations to our hardworking athletes!

National Technical Director Visit

We had a special guest at training last week — our National Technical Director, Bronson Gambale! It’s always a privilege having him on the field with our players and coaches, sharing his energy, knowledge, and passion for the game.

Thank you, Bronson, for taking the time to connect with our Kings Hammer Swan City family!

From The National Technical Desk: Player Report Cards & Self-Reflection

At Kings Hammer, we believe development goes beyond practices and games. True growth happens when players are given the chance to reflect, take ownership, and connect with their coaches and families. Our Player Report Cards are designed to support exactly that.

Kings Hammer is unique because we can track progress at both the individual and club-wide level. Every player benefits from a shared curriculum and teaching methodology across our network, creating the best possible environment for growth.

What are Player Report Cards?
Each season, both players and coaches complete evaluations that spark meaningful dialogue. Players rate themselves using a traffic light system (Green for exceeding expectations, Yellow for meeting expectations, Red for areas needing improvement), while coaches provide detailed feedback with strengths, areas to improve, and action steps. This will come through Playmetrics & live in your forms tab.

By comparing both perspectives, players see where their self-view aligns with their coach’s. This creates space for honest reflection, technical goal setting, and conversations that keep development at the center of the journey.

Why it Matters?
Report cards are not about stats. They focus on players being teachable, resilient, proactive, and team-oriented. They also highlight technical growth such as first touch, passing, striking, communication, and decision making. Then layers alongside mental, physical, and emotional qualities. Together, with coaches guiding, players striving, and families supporting, we can create an environment where every player grows to their fullest potential.

I look forward to seeing these reflections in action and watching our players continue to take ownership of their development. Go Kings Hammer!

– Bronson Gambale, KH National Technical Director

GK Union Save of the Month

Did you make an incredible save or a game-saving block? We want to see them!

Post your best saves in the Kings Hammer GK Union Facebook group. Be sure to share throughout the season and YOU could be selected for our Kings Hammer Save of the Month! GK Save of the Month winners will be announced the Friday of the first full week of the following month. Monthly winners will be posted on the Kings Hammer social pages and on the GK Union page.

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Kings Hammer Swan City Fan Gear

Game days are better in Kings Hammer gear! With fall around the corner, it’s the perfect time to grab your favorite t-shirts, hoodies, hats, and more—available in extended sizing for all fans. Shop now at shop.KingsHammer.com!