After more than a decade commanding the backline for some of Australia’s biggest A-League clubs, former professional footballer Jordan Elsey is trading his boots for business cards as he launches an exciting new chapter with Ray White Campbelltown.
The 31-year-old defender, who represented Adelaide United, Newcastle Jets, and Perth Glory throughout his professional career, has hung up his professional boots and is now channeling the same discipline and determination that saw him succeed on the pitch into the competitive world of real estate.
Born and raised in Adelaide’s Golden Grove, Mr Elsey started playing professionally at just 18 years old and spent 13 years competing at the highest level of Australian football.
Mr Elsey continues to play local league football, and is ready to build a new professional identity in his first career move beyond the game.
“Professional football and real estate both demand discipline, strategy, and performance under pressure,” Mr Elsey said.
“In both fields, success is built on preparation, teamwork, and consistency.
“Coming from a professional sporting background, I have experienced significant rejection and pressure, so I view obstacles as opportunities rather than challenges.
“My primary focus will be mastering contracts and administrative processes, and I look forward to working with the team to learn those systems.”
His goals are clear and methodical: develop a comprehensive understanding of local market statistics, grow his database, and establish his new professional identity.
For Mr Elsey, this isn’t just a career change, it’s the start of building a legacy in a new field.
“I am excited about the challenge of a new career and am motivated to build a strong reputation for myself in real estate, just as I did in soccer,” he said.
“I have always been interested in the market and enjoy following home trends.
“The most exciting part for me is that no two days are the same – much like football, where no two games are ever the same.”
Ray White Campbelltown director Nick Borrelli said Mr Elsey’s transition from professional football to real estate is a natural progression.
“Elite athletes understand what it takes to perform under pressure, work as part of a team, and consistently deliver results – all essential qualities in real estate.
“We’re looking forward to mentoring Jordan and helping him channel his sporting discipline into building strong client relationships and achieving success in the Campbelltown market.”
