About us

Jackmillan Football Academy founding day

Our story

From One Pitch to a Regional Name

Jackmillan Football Academy started in 2024 on a single borrowed pitch with 18 players and one coach. Today, we train more than 150 players across two full training grounds, with a coaching staff dedicated to technical development, physical conditioning, and personal growth.

Our founder, Nana yaw Asare, built the academy around a simple belief: that football is one of the most powerful tools for building character in young people — if it's taught with real structure and real care.

What we stand for

Our Core Values

Discipline

Structure and accountability, on the training ground and in the classroom.

Teamwork

We rise and fall together — no player is bigger than the badge.

Excellence

Constant improvement, in small habits and big performances.

Integrity

Doing the right thing, especially when nobody's watching.

Community

A family that supports players long after they leave the academy.

Meet the team

Academy Leadership

Nana yaw Asare

Team Owner

Edwin Eakhof

European Partner

Jerry Ayewubo

First Coach

Patrick Allotey

Second Coach

Hannah Afedu

Head of Player Welfare

Our Mission

To develop young footballers through quality training, strong values and opportunities to reach their full potential — both on the pitch and in life.

Our Vision

To be a leading football academy that produces skilled players and responsible leaders for the world, respected across the region and beyond.