Monterey County Probation Department to Host Graduation for Juvenile Hall Program on April 6 in Partnership with San Jose Earthquakes and The Twinning Project

Salinas, CA (March 30, 2026) — The Monterey County Probation Department invites members of the media and community dignitaries to attend the graduation of the first cohort of its life-skills and soccer pilot program at Juvenile Hall on Monday, April 6, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. The program, launched in January 2026 in partnership with the San Jose Earthquakes and The Twinning Project, combines structured life-skills development with professional soccer mentorship.

This unique collaboration brings a structured life-skills curriculum and professional soccer mentorship directly to youth in custody. Originating in the United Kingdom, The Twinning Project pairs professional football clubs with correctional facilities to deliver programs focused on personal development, teamwork, discipline, and positive pathways forward. The County of Monterey initiative represents a powerful example of community partnership and rehabilitation through sport.

The Twinning Project provided the evidence-based curriculum and team jerseys, while the San Jose Earthquakes contributed coaching staff and player mentorship. Participants completed the 10-week program, and the formal graduation ceremony highlights their achievements.

Members of the media are invited to attend the graduation and hear from program organizers and San Jose Earthquakes representatives.

WHAT:

Graduation for the first cohort of The Twinning Project and San Jose Earthquakes soccer program at Monterey County Juvenile Hall.

WHO:

Monterey County Probation Department

San Jose Earthquakes

The Twinning Project

Shea Salinas, Head of Youth Soccer Partnerships, San Jose Earthquakes (former player)

Robert Davis, Earthquakes Community Ambassador

Earthquakes player representative

Juvenile Hall youth participants

WHEN:

Monday, April 6, 2026

Media arrival: 12:30 p.m.

Program kickoff: 1:00 p.m.

WHERE:

Monterey County Juvenile Hall

1420 Natividad Road

Salinas, CA 93906

This pilot reflects the County of Monterey’s ongoing commitment to innovative rehabilitation programs that foster accountability, resilience, and opportunity for justice-involved youth.

For more information about The Twinning Project, visit: www.twinningproject.org.

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