The Menace Academy's Sept. 9-10 weekend at Cownie Soccer Park: 12 teams, eight finalists and five champions. Great job by all who were part of it!

Ben Brackett's Menace career began at age 15, when he suited up in the "Maniac" costume at home games. It continued with three seasons playing for the Menace PDL team.

We continue this series by hanging out with J.R., who was born and raised in Brazil and has been part of the central Iowa soccer community for more than 25 years.

Boys and girls, ages 7-19, have the opportunity to experience top-level training sessions led by coaches from the English Premier League club.

Let's learn more about Menace Academy DOC Tomas Boltnar, who has made his mark as a Menace player and coach.