Soccer

TUESDAY, JANUARY 27, 2015

U13G / U13 Girls Youth Soccer

U13G / U13 Girls youth soccer seems to offer the most teams and the widest diversity of talent.

Where these players will end up is anyone guess.

Welcome to the ride.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2014

U14G Youth Soccer U14 Girls Youth Soccer NY, PA, NJ

U14 Girls soccer takes no prisoners--they are well trained and fiercely competitive. Looking for stars in the making? Look no further.

This blog and its topic pages are informational designed to share opinions and ideas. It is not designed to anonymously attack individuals or make specific references to children, volunteers, coaches or other professionals.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2014

U15G - U15 Girls Youth Soccer

This page is focused on Under 15 girls youth soccer in Region 1.

During this transition from middle school soccer to high school soccer, teams seem to change as quickly as the players do.

Stay tuned.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 31, 2014

Academy Soccer

Reader Request:

This page will be designated for questions, comments and sharing information related to youth soccer academies.

All age groups and boy / girls will be included here.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 3, 2014

Girls high school soccer and Boys high school soccer

Boys high school soccer and girls high school soccer in Region 1 is winning more media coverage, more focus and more action than ever before.

Across Region 1, we want to hear what's happening in your neck of the woods.

Public high school soccer or private high school soccer comments invited.

THURSDAY, JULY 10, 2014

U16 Boys Youth Soccer Forum

This age group is enjoying the moment and looking ahead to college. It's about college showcases and opportunities to be seen. It'also a time to show what a decade or so of training can do. It's U16 boys soccer and it's no joke.

TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2014

Youth Soccer Tryout Announcements - Fall 2014 through Spring 2015 season

Teams, clubs and academies from any Region 1 state are invited to post upcoming try-out specs below. Please include dates, times, address and preferably an email contact. If you can clarify at what level your team plays, this is helpful as well.

Each poster may publish a contact person's name and email address who can offer additional information. However, we recommend posting an email address only, if possible.

MONDAY, MARCH 17, 2014

NEW! VIEWER REQUEST: U11B Under 11 Boys Soccer

U11 boys' teams.

This is a time when players develop a true love for the game and the focus is fun, fun and enjoyment of the beautiful sport.

And fun.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2014

Fall 2014: Youth soccer players looking for teams; Soccer teams looking for players

If you are looking for a new team or in need of players to guest or boost your roster, post your details on this board.

Posting email addresses for contact purposes is fine but we discourage posting of phone numbers. List as much information as you can about what you are seeking. Good luck!

MONDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2013

U13B / U13 Boys Youth Soccer in Region 1

U13 Boys / U13B

What can we say? Let these kids out of the gate and you cannot predict what will happen on any given day. Sounds like a good day on the soccer field to us.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

U16G Soccer in PA, NJ, MD, VA & NY

Note: These high school women at age 16 are no joke. Many are looking ahead to college soccer play. They tell their stories here.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2013

ODP (Olympic Development Program) - Region I and Beyond

2013-2014 ODP: Comments, feedback, questions, friendlies, selection process and more.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

U17G / U17 Girls youth soccer in Region 1

Very competitive, highly talented and looking ahead to college play possibilities.

These young women have played competitive soccer for 10 years or more. It's make it or break it time.

Go for it.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2013

U15B - Are you ready for some football?

The U15 boys are now in high school and changing as quickly as the team rosters.

Many teams have new coaches, new leagues and new competition that spans several states.

High school soccer, club team, academy team.

Buckle up for an exciting ride.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2013

U16B - Competition is thick, diverse and talented

What can we say? This age bracket attracts a lot of attention and several teams have very different rosters going into Fall 2014.

Better than ever.

Region 1 at this age bracket offers a lot of talent at the top of the rankings.
U16 Boys soccer is where the action is.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2013

U12 Girls Youth Soccer in Region 1

These young women have a year of 11 v. 11 under their belts and are ready to show what they can do. Across the 12 states of U.S. Youth Soccer Region 1, there are some impressive club teams who are a lot of fun to watch.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2013

VIEWER REQUEST! U11G U11 Girls Youth Soccer

U11 girls' teams are facing the 11 v. 11 playing field for the first time. This is a time when players develop a true love for the game and the focus is a little more intense, on the field and on the sidelines...

FRIDAY, AUGUST 2, 2013

NEW: U18 and U19 Boys Youth Soccer Talk

READER REQUEST: At this age, junior and senior high school boys are active on school teams, academies and club teams.

This page is for players seeking teams, looking for guesting opps, talking about competition, college news and sharing information for high school boy soccer players facing college in the next year or two.

SUNDAY, MARCH 3, 2013

NEW: Youth Soccer Coach's Corner

Thanks to a YST reader who suggested a topic page exclusively for youth soccer coaches.

This site is designed for club administrators to publish specifications who may be looking to add new coaches or coaches in search of employment. Posters are welcome to post their email addresses but no direct phone numbers please.

Finally, coaches are also invited to utilize this page to discuss questions or issues they are facing (god bless you all) coaching boys and girls youth soccer teams.

MONDAY, JULY 9, 2012

Youth Soccer Headgear - Looking Ahead

We are all starting to see it, particularly on younger players. Everyone from NBC News to the federal government to parents on the sidelines are talking about it. Share your POV about this new era of protective-wear and if you are/ have/will/ would never purchase it for your child.

Additional Background:

http://www.full90.com/players/all_ages/index.html

http://www.soccernation.com/nbc-s-rock-center-with-brian-williams-to-look-at-concussions-cms-2957

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC233175/

TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2012

Elite Clubs National League (ECNL)

(Viewer requested on 4.16.12:)

Definition of organization from their site: The goal of the Elite Clubs National League (ECNL) is to change the landscape for elite female soccer players in the United States through innovative, player-centered programming and to enhance the overall experience by creating a better, more enjoyable, and more successful player, coach, and club development model.

Purpose of this YouthSoccer Talk (YST) page: To promote healthy discussion, feedback and opinions about the ECNL by participating families.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2009

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