2026 AAC Runner-up: JFK No Delay
2026 AAC 3rd Place: DLOGYB
The Delta Air Lines Soccer Club celebrated the 24th annual Atlanta Airline Classic, bringing together airline employees, partners and friends for another weekend of spirited competition and community. Since its inception in 1988, the tournament has united teams from across the system, fostering camaraderie and supporting charitable causes.
Continuing our community outreach from previous years, the AAC proceeds from this event will fund the Delta Soccer Club’s 2026 charitable initiatives, including donations to Camp Fiesta, global soccer clinics, and contributions to youth soccer programs in the Atlanta metro area.
This year’s event featured 16 teams and more than 225 participants again! The tournament included six ATL-based squads, two from JFK, and one each from LAX, MSP, DTW, LGA, and CUN as well as teams from American Airlines and United Airlines, showcasing some friendly competition with our industry rivals.
Tournament Awards:
2026 AAC Golden Boot: Jesus Dedios, LAX Soccer Club (ACS, LAX)
2026 AAC Golden Glove: Leano Patterson, JFK No Delay (JFK)
2026 AAC Outstanding Sportsmanship: Jessica Lemus, Twin Cities FC (ACS, MSP)
Sponsors and Supporters:
The success of this year’s tournament was made possible by generous sponsors and dedicated volunteers:
Main Event Sponsor: Delta and DTO MRO Services (Special thanks to Shawn Gregg, Ryan Deodat)
Premier Sponsor: Jim N Nick’s (Crystal Leuty, Marketing Manager & Marnaka Kilcrease, Community Sales Manager)
Other Sponsors: Clayton County Lovejoy Soccer Complex, Founders Logistics (Cristhian Contador, President), and BVB Academy(Brian Wilson, Sporting Director)
Executive Sponsor Transition:
The Club is pleased to announce that Paul Buckley, Vice President – ACS, has agreed to serve as the new Executive Sponsor of the Delta Air Lines Soccer Club, succeeding longtime sponsor David Garrison following his retirement. As a passionate football (soccer) player and supporter of the game, Paul brings both enthusiasm and leadership to the role and is committed to continuing the traditions, community engagement, and charitable initiatives that have helped make the Club successful for many years.
The Club would also like to thank David Garrison for his years of support, advocacy, and partnership, which have played an important role in the growth and success of the Delta Air Lines Soccer Club.
Delta Soccer Club Leadership Team: Paul Beresford, Ronald Leon, Jen-Lee Lin, Gerardo Garcia, Rodney Simon and Ronaldo Araujo
