Jason Osborne Charlotte FC Academy U-17 Head Coach

Jason Osborne is originally from Leicester City, England but has spent most of his adult life in the United States. And it was unsurprisingly soccer that brought him to the States.

After playing for Derby County’s academy from 15 to 18 years old, he decided to cross the Atlantic to get an education while continuing to play the sport he loved in the American collegiate soccer system.

He became the assistant coach at Gardner-Webb and soon afterwards began working in the youth soccer system in Charlotte. It eventually led to an assistant coaching position at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2012.

Osborne has been an integral part of UNCC’s rise as a powerhouse in men’s collegiate soccer. In just the past five years, UNCC’s program earned 57 wins, 4 NCAA Tournament appearances, 6 MLS draft picks, and 25 All-Conference USA selections.

Part of his success has come from Osborne’s ability to connect with the people around him.

I spoke with Jason today about his background, his squad and ways high school students today can pave their own path to the next levels of their paying careers. 

You can watch the interview below.