From National Champion to Real Estate Powerhouse: The Story of Jagger Kroener

MANHATTAN BEACH, CA — Long before Jagger Kroener became one of the South Bay’s most sought-after real estate brokers, he was making headlines on the national stage as a collegiate athlete. As a Division I volleyball player at Loyola University Chicago, Jagger helped lead the Ramblers to back-to-back NCAA National Championships, an achievement that cemented his place in the school’s athletic history.

In 2014, Loyola stunned the volleyball world by defeating powerhouse Stanford University in the NCAA finals, bringing home the program’s first-ever men’s volleyball title. One year later, the Ramblers proved it was no fluke, returning to the championship stage and outlasting Lewis University in a hard-fought final. Two years, two titles — a dynasty was born, and Jagger was part of the core that made it happen.

“These were defining moments,” Jagger recalls. “Winning at that level took everything — trust, preparation, resilience, and belief in each other. Those lessons have stayed with me long after the final point.”

A Leader On and Off the Court

Kroener’s impact didn’t end when he hung up his jersey. Today, he remains connected to collegiate athletics as a member of the NCAA Leadership Council through Loyola Chicago, where he helps shape discussions around student-athlete development and leadership. It’s a role that allows him to give back to the sport that shaped him, while mentoring the next generation.

A Competitive Edge in Real Estate

Now a broker associate with Compass, Jagger has carried his championship mindset into real estate. Ranked among California’s Top 500 REALTORS® by sales volume, and named both a Los Angeles Magazine Real Estate All-Star and Los Angeles Business Journal Agent to Watch, he has built a reputation for his tenacity, strategic approach, and client-first service.

“The discipline it took to compete for national titles is the same discipline I bring to my clients,” Kroener says. “In a market as competitive as the South Bay, you have to be prepared, stay composed, and know how to execute under pressure.”

From multi-million-dollar oceanfront estates to off-market opportunities, Jagger applies the same focus that once powered championship runs — only now, the wins come in the form of keys handed over at the closing table.

From the Court to the Closing Table

For Jagger Kroener, success is no accident. Whether it’s volleyball at the highest collegiate level or real estate in one of the nation’s most desirable markets, the formula is the same: vision, teamwork, and relentless effort.

As his success in real estate continues to grow, one thing remains certain: Jagger knows how to win — and he knows how to bring his clients along with him.