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Your Partner in Private School Admissions & College Athletic Recruiting
Helping Students Find the Right Fit—Academically and Athletically
With years of experience in elite private school admissions and college athletic recruiting, we help families navigate these highly competitive landscapes with confidence. Whether your child is aiming for top-tier day and boarding schools or seeking to compete at the collegiate level, we provide personalized guidance, strategic planning, and expert insight every step of the way to help you navigate through the process.
Parent of Division 1 Men’s Soccer Client
“Jesse was an incredible resource throughout our son’s soccer recruiting journey. He consistently checked in with [my son], offered valuable guidance, and helped him prepare for important conversations with college coaches. His support was instrumental in helping [my son] navigate the process with confidence, and ultimately finalize his commitment to play Division 1 college soccer. We’re so grateful for Jesse’s dedication and expertise—he truly made a difference.”
Parent of Division 1 Men’s Soccer Client
“We were introduced to Jesse in the summer of 2021. Jesse has mentored and advised our son for three years in high school and his first year of D1 soccer. Having a great mentor for managing through the club, high school and college soccer process, and life in general, is a great asset for all young men and women. Jesse has great instincts, interpersonal skills, and is always looking out for the very best for your son or daughter. My wife and I wholeheartedly recommend Jesse, he’s a great person and is super talented.”
Evaluation/Assessment
Initial Evaluation Meeting
During this comprehensive session, we assess the student’s academic records (transcripts and test scores) alongside their athletic background and any available highlight videos. Premier Partnership Consulting, LLC (PPC) also conducts an in-depth interview with the student and their family, either in person or via Zoom.
The primary goal of this evaluation is to guide each family through the recruiting timeline and develop a personalized strategy tailored to the student’s goals for the coming months and beyond. After the meeting, PPC provides a detailed written summary outlining the recommended approach and key insights from the interview.
Our commitment is to deliver customized, ongoing guidance that supports each student and family throughout the entire recruitment process.
Consulting & Advising Services
We provide consulting and advising services to the student and family on a concierge basis.
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Prioritize academics, training, nutrition, and rest for peak performance.
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Realistic evaluation of your opportunities and a clear recruiting plan.
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Learn how to reach out, follow up, and build relationships with coaches.
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Create and share highlight films that showcase your best skills.
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Navigate official and unofficial visits with confidence and purpose.
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Identify the right camps and showcases to maximize exposure.
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Know the difference between genuine interest and formal offers.
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Available for questions and advice while and after you commit to a program.
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Get help with transcripts, standardized tests, and tutoring options if needed.
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Receive guidance on training tailored to your position and goals.
Who We Are
Jesse Sarzana, Founder
Jesse Sarzana | Founder
With over 20 years of experience in elite independent schools and athletic coaching, Jesse Sarzana founded Premier Partnership Consulting, LLC (PPC) to support students on the path to academic and athletic success.
As a former head varsity coach and educator at BB&N, Jesse understands what top-tier schools and college programs are looking for—and how to position students to succeed.
Throughout his career in coaching at high school and club numerous graduates of the soccer program have gone on to compete at the next level, including schools such as Babson, Bates, Brandeis, Colby, Cornell, Davidson, Franklin and Marshall, Harvard, Haverford, Hobart, Holy Cross, Lafayette, Lehigh, Northeastern, Providence, Princeton, Swarthmore, Union, University of Massachusetts Amherst, University of New Hampshire, West Point, Georgetown and Yale.
Kaeghan Kelly, Lead Consultant
Kaeghan Kelly | Lead Consultant
Kaeghan Kelly brings 12 years of independent school experience to Premier Partnership Consulting. He is in his second year at The Fessenden School as an Associate Director of Secondary School Counseling, and Head Varsity Soccer Coach. Prior to Fessenden, Kaeghan spent 10 years working at his alma mater, Buckingham Browne & Nichols School in Cambridge. At BB&N, Kaeghan worked in a myriad of roles throughout his tenure. His primary role was Assistant Director of Admissions on both the Upper and Middle School campuses. Additionally, he taught Psychology, a senior elective in the History and Social Sciences Department, for five years and was the Head Varsity Golf Coach for three years. Athletically, Kaeghan's first love is soccer, and he served as Associate Head Coach for the boys varsity soccer team for five years before taking over as Head Coach in 2021.
Kaeghan also brings 11 years experience of being a high level Head Club Soccer Coach in Massachusetts. Kaeghan currently serves as the College Recruitment Coordinator for the Boston Bolts FC and is in his first year in that role. Prior to that, Kaeghan revitalized the boys side at FC Stars where he served as the Boys ECNL Director at FC Stars for 5 years. Prior to that, Kaeghan served as a Head Coach for top GPS boys teams for 5 years.
Kaeghan graduated from Hobart and William Smith Colleges in 2014 with a degree in biopsychology and a minor in chemistry. At Hobart, Kelly captained the Statesmen Men’s Soccer team during his senior year. He guided them to the first round of the NCAA tournament in his sophomore year, and he helped them to a #2 NCAA National Ranking in his freshman year. As a student at BB&N, he was a five-year varsity soccer player, a two-time captain, a two-time ISL champion, a Class A semi-finalist and a Class A finalist. He was awarded first-team all-league and all-state as a senior.