Youth Boys

SoccerWire Q&A: US Youth Soccer’s John Sutter on his organization’s need to evolve

After enjoying a near-monopoly on the nation's enormous youth soccer industry for decades, US Youth Soccer has experienced waves of disruptive change since the turn of the century. USYS president John Sutter was kind enough to chat briefly about the state of his organization with SoccerWire.com during last week's US Youth Soccer National Championships.

Maryland SoccerPlex grounds crew’s passion, expertise on display at US Youth Soccer National Championships

The Maryland SoccerPlex grounds crew went all out for the 2014 US Youth Soccer National Championships, and their efforts paid off.

Tulsa, Okla., chosen to host 2015 US Youth Soccer National Championships

US Youth Soccer is proud to announce the dates and locations for the Regional and National Championships of the 2015 US Youth Soccer National Championship Series, the country’s oldest and most prestigious national youth soccer tournament.

Ohio striker Emmanuel Dapaa opens eyes at U.S. Youth Soccer National Championships

Rosedale Super Eagles and Manhattan Pride crowned champion U23 teams in Eastern New York

The Rosedale Super Eagles and Manhattan Pride win Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association U23 titles.

Changing of the guard: Sweeping leadership changes made at Region I meeting

After decades of service, several familiar faces are departing important leadership roles atop US Youth Soccer's Region I, starting with long-serving regional director Bob Palmeiro.

Bellerose’​s Niko Touros receives the Cosmopolit​an Junior Soccer League Scholarshi​p

You might remember the story about Niko Touros, who was seen by scout Ricardo Enriquez while playing for Alianza de Futbol Hispano last summer at Flushing Meadows Park. His stellar play led to a successful tryout with the Under-20’s of powerhouse Mexican side Leon last winter.

Grassroots change: De Anza Force building Development Academy, ECNL programs from bottom up

De Anza Force, one of the premier youth soccer clubs in the San Francisco Bay Area, hasn't always had to worry about identifying young talent. According to Jeff Baicher, the Force's Director of Coaching, the club is now trying to change the old system from the bottom up.