July 4, 2025
Borussia Mönchengladbach has announced a key appointment for its newly established American Integrated Academy Team. Jens Bäumer, previously assistant coach of Borussia’s U17 side and newly crowned German U17 Champion, has been promoted to head coach of the team.
This appointment comes as part of Borussia’s recently announced partnership with the International Soccer Academy (ISA). The aim of the project is to support and develop promising young talents from the United States.
Jens Bäumer brings extensive experience from youth football to the role and is also very familiar with the US football landscape, having spent several years working in various positions within football development in the United States. His expertise will help prepare the 20 players of the new U18 team for the sporting and cultural demands of life in Germany.