Youth Girls

Barbara Rodriguez passes the torch as Beth Scafuri becomes State Cup Chairperso​n

The Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) has announced that Beth Scafuri has become the new State Cup Chairperson.

Virginia State Cup wrap: Championship field now set for Finals Weekend in Spotsylvania

The Under-15 Girls, U-15 Boys and U-16 Boys field for the semifinals of the 2014 Virginia State Cup's fall edition is now set after last weekend’s action. SoccerWire's Roger Gonzalez brings you a recap of the action.

WAGS Tournament concludes weekend of competition, high-level college recruiting

The 2014 WAGS Tournament concluded on Columbus Day, capping a weekend of elite competition and one of the country’s most coveted college showcase events. More than 400 teams competed in the event, including 46 state champions, four regional champs and one national champion.

Former CDC toxicologist unsurprised by alleged link between artificial turf, cancer

Should the youth soccer community really be concerned about last week's NBC News report on the potential cancer risks of artificial-turf fields? SoccerWire.com asked a veteran public health toxicologist, and his answer might surprise you.

Eighth annual Discovery Cup sees teams from six states, 21 clubs capture championships

Does artificial turf cause cancer? NBC News’ alarming report

Do the volatile organic compounds and heavy metals found in crumb rubber, the tiny black bits on artificial-turf fields, cause cancer? A startling new NBC News report says there's real reason for concern.

39th annual WAGS Tournament hosting more than 400 top teams, 180 college coaches

The 40th annual WAGS Tournament will play out over Columbus Day Weekend, with more than 400 top level girls soccer teams from all over the country ready to square off at complexes throughout Northern Virginia.

Loudoun Soccer College Showcase to feature top area youth teams next spring

The Loudoun Soccer College Showcase, presented by Steigerwald, Gordon, and Koch Wealth Advisors, returns in early March. The tournament offers elite youth soccer teams the opportunity to participate in a late-winter tournament preparing them for the 2015 Spring season. The event also gives players a chance to showcase their talents to over 50 college coaches.