Men's Basketball
- Title:
- Sports Dietitian, Manager
- Email:
- isaacsj@usc.edu
Jessica Isaacs, RD, CSSD, is the Sports Dietitian Manager at USC, where she oversees the nutrition programs for the men's basketball and men's and women's volleyball teams. With an extensive background working with basketball athletes at all levels, Jessica has contributed to elite programs such as Kobe Bryant's MAMBA Sports Academy, UCLA Basketball during their Men’s Final Four run in 2020-2021, and spent two seasons as the Lead Sports Dietitian for the LA Clippers. Her expertise in fueling strategies, hydration, and injury recovery is instrumental in helping athletes optimize their performance and recovery.
Jessica earned her Bachelor of Science in Dietetics from Purdue University and has since built a distinguished career in sports nutrition. Before becoming a sports dietitian, Jessica served in the U.S. Air Force as an aircraft electrician and mechanic on C-17 aircrafts. As a former rugby player, her diverse background in both military service and competitive sports informs her approach to performance nutrition, making her a valuable resource for the athletes she works with daily.
