Director of Soccer Operations

James joins Hearts of Pine as Director of Soccer Operations after two and a half successful seasons with USL League One’s Northern Colorado Hailstorm FC.
James earned his bachelor’s degree from S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University.
James’ journey in professional soccer began in 2019 as a media and marketing intern with Loudoun United during their inaugural season in the USL Championship.
From 2020 to 2022, he worked in sports media, with career highlights including production roles on ESPN/Netflix’s The Last Dance and Netflix’s The Redeem Team, as well as managing social media for SlamBall. James is also a professionally exhibited photographer showcasing work in New York.
His passion for the sport and talent for operational leadership brought him back to the USL in July 2022, when he joined Northern Colorado Hailstorm as Assistant General Manager and Director of Soccer Operations.
During his tenure, the Hailstorm achieved two consecutive playoff appearances and captured the inaugural USL Jägermeister Cup in 2024.
Now, he’s thrilled to continue his USL journey with Hearts of Pine and contribute to the vibrant soccer culture in Maine.
With his diverse expertise and unwavering passion for the game, James is eager to make a lasting impact at Hearts of Pine and help elevate the club both on and off the pitch.