Message from Directors | Key Biscayne

Dear KBSC Community,

Welcome to the start of a great 2025-26 season. This season brings organizational changes that will allow us to be closer to our players and parents and provide important support to ensure we achieve our player development goals. We are now recognized among the top clubs in South Florida, playing at the highest levels, while giving every player the choice to play in programs where they can enjoy and develop to their fullest potential.

Our Competitive program is led by Jimmy Asprilla (Technical Director), and we welcome three new Assistant Directors of Coaching, who will work with specific teams and report to Jimmy Asprilla:

Daniel Abarca (Boys: U13/2013 – U19/2007)
Mario Ferro (Girls: U10/2016 – U14-2012)
Luis Zapata (Boys: U8/2019 – U12/2014)

In addition, the JR Academy program will be led by our Competitive coaches and follow our training model to better prepare these players who wish to transition into the Competitive program.

Our Recreational programs are led by Pichi Acosta, Director of Coaching, and Jorge Mazo has been promoted to Assistant Director of Coaching.

The club has developed age-specific development methodology for ages 3 to 18. The focus will be on developing technically superior players during the early years through age 12, and as they transition reach the U14 level, we will integrate a physical fitness and conditioning regimen into the technical development.

Competitive Teams

This season, we have rebranded our teams names to fit into our leagues levels. Our top tier teams will be KBSC Academy, and play in the National Academy League and National League Team – Premier 1. The 2nd tier teams will adopt the KBSC Elite (formerly Blue) name and our tier 3 teams will adopt the KBSC Premier name (formerly White). Our Boys Elite U13-U16 teams will play in the National League Club – Premier 2 and EDP leagues; and our Boys Elite U8-U12 and Boys Premier U8-U16 teams will play in the EDP league. Our Girls Elite U13 & U14 teams will play in the National League Team – Premier 1 and EDP Leagues.

We will push our players with high-intensity practice sessions and design practices each week to address the progressive development of our players at all skill levels. We are proud of the quality of our coaches and strive to find continuous improvement to make our club stronger.

We will perform a minimum of two player evaluations during the season and assess talent, intelligence, skill, maturity, teamwork, attitude, respect, and personal character. A Player’s development will dictate how they move up or down in their age group during the season. The rosters will be fluid and players will be invited to guest play up when needed or to evaluate their progress on a case-by-case basis. There may be occasions when a player will move up to fill an open position on a team. As we evaluate our players, rosters can change and players can move up or down based on their development and merit. Our coaching staff and directors will evaluate team progress and select the appropriate league, cup and tournament levels to achieve the best developmental results.

Players will not be chosen because…

They are best friends.
They attend the same school.
The parents get along and want to keep the group together.

Player selection will be based on multiple factors, as they are regularly being evaluated throughout the season. If a parent would like to discuss their player’s progress, contact your coach to schedule an appointment.

All Programs

Development is the #1 priority for our club. We will put extra focus on the fundamentals . Our training methods and philosophy focus on technical mastery, possession football, and high-pressure defense schemes. However, each team may be different and we will adapt with our talent pool.

Each year we have high expectations for all of our programs. As our club competes at the highest levels at State Cup and regional/national tournaments, we will do our best to provide support and expertise to achieve a higher level of play. It is important that players conduct themselves at practices and games at the highest standard. That’s why we are going to emphasize RESPECT and DISCIPLINE this season. We must adhere to the principles of good conduct, even when we are challenged by other undisciplined players and coaches that try to provoke bad behavior. All players and parents must manage their emotions and respect their teammates, opponents, referees, and other parents during the season. We will not tolerate disrespect and poor behavior. Our staff will review all red cards and when necessary, self-impose harsh disciplinary action to a player and parent who violates the Code of Conduct. Repeat offenders will not be tolerated and may be asked to leave the club.

We want to wish everyone in the KB community a healthy and fantastic season. If you have any questions or concerns, please email us at your earliest convenience.

Sincerely,

Pichi Acosta, Director of Coaching
Intramural (Pre-Academy) & PeeWee Programs
juanpichisoccer@yahoo.com

Jorge Mazo
Assitant Director of Coaching
jorgemazo21@gmail.com

Jimmy Asprilla
Technical Director, All Programs
Director of Coaching, Competitive Teams: U8 – U19 (Boys & Girls) & JR Academy
technicaldirector@kbsoccer.com

Daniel Abarca
Assistant Director of Coaching
dabarca1801@gmail.com

Mario Ferro
Assistant Director of Coaching
marioferro1128@gmail.com

Luis Zapata
Assistant Director of Coaching
Luiszapa19@hotmail.com