The St. James

We'd like to welcome Coach Tamika Dudley to the team who will lead our Girls Basketball program for The St. James Performance Academy! ?? Tamika brings over a latitude of experience with a proven track record of developing players on a grassroots and scholastic level which as converted to winning multiple state and national championships! Throughout her coaching career, Dudley has helped numerous athletes earn Division I scholarships, with players competing at some of the nation’s top programs, including Kiki Rice (‘22), Jadyn Donovan ('23), Kendall Dudley ('24) and Zania Socka-Nguemen ('24). You can meet Coach Dudley on Sunday, March 23rd at 12:30pm for the Girls Basketball Open House and Evaluation Day. Open to rising 5th - 12th grade student-athletes. Learn more by visiting www.thestjames.com/academy #STJAcademy #DMVBasketball #GirlsBasketball

Another exciting addition to the STJ Academy team for the upcoming academic year. Welcoming Maurice ‘Coach Moe’ Hutton to lead our Track & Field program ???? His ability to develop athletes into champions while fostering their academic and personal growth aligns with The St. James mission. You can meet Coach Moe on Sunday, April 13th at 1:00pm for the Open House & Evaluation. Open to rising 5th - 12th grade student-athletes. Applications are open for the 2025-26 academic year. Learn more by visiting www.thestjames.com/academy #stjacademy #stjtrackandfield #dmvtrackandfield #usatf

We are proud to announce Josh Taylor’s expanded role as the Director of The St. James Performance Academy Squash Teams. Josh is a highly accomplished teacher with international coaching and playing experience. “I am incredibly excited to launch Academy teams and build an unmatched squash program,” said Josh Taylor, Director of Squash. “Developing talent, growing the sport, and fostering a high-performance environment have always been my passion. I look forward to working with our athletes and helping them achieve success.” Josh is inviting all interested student-athletes and families to attend the Squash Academy Open House on Saturday, March 22nd. You can register at https://lnkd.in/e-WPuXPE Applications for the 2025–2026 academic year are still open and you can apply at www.thestjames.com/academy

We are thrilled to announce Baltimore native Steve Bumbry as the Head Baseball Coach of The St. James Performance Academy, while he continues to lead the charge of our Diamond Sports program. The St. James Performance Academy will introduce elementary, middle school, high school and post-graduate baseball teams, providing athletes with competitive opportunities at the appropriate level. These teams will compete on a regional and national level preparing players for the next stage of their athletic careers through elite coaching, strength & conditioning, and high-level gameplay. Join us on Wednesday, March 5th for a STJ Academy Baseball Open House & Evaluation Day for rising 5th - 12th grade student-athletes. Register at https://tsj.social/4jThoDE Applications for the 2025–2026 academic year are now open at www.thestjames.com/academy

On #NationalGirlsAndWomenInSportsDay, we celebrate the athletes and coaches who harness the power of sports to lead, inspire and redefine what’s possible. ?? ??

We are pleased to announce that Darryl Overton, one of the leading high school football coaches in the country, has been named Director of Football at The St. James and the Head Football Coach of The St. James Performance Academy. Overton will lead The St. James’s comprehensive football training, competition, and events offerings. He will also build high school and middle school football teams, marking the first scholastic teams for The St. James Performance Academy. Applications for admission to the Academy for the 2025–2026 academic year are now open and can be found at https://lnkd.in/eymqUjFx.

The St. James MLK Classic is BACK, celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a talented roster of regional teams! ???? Check out this year’s Dream Teams and Schedule! You can catch them in action in-person, via BallerTV or via Monumental Sports & Entertainment Network! ?? Thank you to our sponsors for making the MLK Classic possible. Kaiser Permanente Sheehy Auto Stores NFP PepsiCo Check out more info by visiting https://lnkd.in/dqMPqRMa ??

As the 2024 season comes to an end, we reflect on an extraordinary year shaped by the dedication of our members, athletes, and guests. You’ve reached new heights, set personal bests, and continued to inspire us to remain dedicated to delivering excellence in sports, performance, and active entertainment. Your passion fuels our purpose. Here’s to celebrating your accomplishments in 2024—and preparing for an even greater year ahead! #DedicatedToTheDedicated #WelcomeToYourBest #TheStJames #YearInReview

We’re excited to welcome PNC Bank to The St. James Corporate Games on January 24, 2025! ?? This event offers a unique opportunity for organizations to engage in friendly competition, strengthen team bonds, build camaraderie, and kick off the new year strong. Want to join PNC Bank and other leading companies? Learn how your team can be part of the action! https://lnkd.in/egq-cDuf

Join performance experts Andrea Wise and Corene Phelps on December 17th for a transformative Breathwork Workshop designed to elevate your focus, resilience, and overall well-being. ?? Breathwork is more than just relaxation—it’s a powerful tool for mastering stress, improving mental clarity, and unlocking peak performance. Whether you're an individual looking to enhance your personal growth or part of a team aiming to improve connection and chemistry, this workshop offers practical skills for success. ? Master stress and build resilience ? Improve clarity and make confident decisions ? Unlock your full potential for optimal performance ? Strengthen team dynamics and collaboration Open to members, non-members, and teams— all levels welcome! ?? December 17th, 5:30pm at The St. James Flagship in Springfield, VA Sign up now and breathe your way to success: https://tsj.social/49vbHqX #LeadershipDevelopment #TeamPerformance #WelcomeToYourBest #WellBeing #TheStJames #PeakPerformance