Jimmy Paola spent his early years in the 18th Ward of Rochester, NY where his passion for homegrown soccer took root as a big fan of the Lancers. Now a Los Angeles resident, Jimmy works in the entertainment industry and has holdings in numerous business and real estate properties. When asked about his desire to be an owner, Jimmy said, “The chance to be in a position to start Flower City Union, a club in my hometown? It certainly is a dream come true."