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Goal-setting helps boost youth athlete’s motivation and commitment. It draws direct attention on what you want to accomplish and helps to determine strengths and weaknesses in addition to tracking performance. 

Challenge: Create a list of 3 to 5 goals that you want to achieve as an athlete. Instead of saying, "I want to get better at soccer," a better goal might be, "I will work with the ball 30 minutes after school four times a week." Keep in mind your goals should be (SMART) Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time specific.

Creating these goals are a great way to start off the new year and the month of January.

For more information on Goal Setting: Click Here

Try your hand at Indoor Crazy Golf. Click here to download PDF

Number of Players:  1 - 4 – kids, parents, grandparents (whomever is available)

Equipment:  Any indoor space and a tennis ball each (or tennis ball size.)

Organization:  Each player starts with a ball. For U12 & older players – if more than 1 player is involved, 1 player picks the target, the next player determines the path to the target & any other players select the par. Targets can be par 3, 4 or 5. The higher the par the harder or further the target. An example of a target in the picture above, hit the table with the light on it but you must go to the right of the coffee table before playing to the target table and the par is 4.

Object of the Game:  All players begin from a similar area.  Pass the ball in the direction of the target or obstacle.  Once your ball has stopped rolling, you can hit your 2nd shot. Your goal is to make it to the target in par or less. Keep playing until you hit the target; maximum score on any target is 10.  As in golf, each player keeps track of their own score.  

Hydration is an important part of daily health and it can enhance or hinder your performance on the soccer field.  A general ballpark is individuals should drink half of their body weight in ounces.  Daily factors to consider are exercise intensity and duration, weather, and many more.  

A great way to make sure you are staying properly hydrated is tracking your water intake though apps on a cell phone.  Examples: My Water & Drink Reminder, Drink Water Reminder N Tracker, Water Reminder- Daily Tracker. 

Challenge: Download one of the apps mentioned & track your water intake on a rest day & day of activity!

The key to a strong sportsmanship culture lay in its  ‘ROOTS’.  It is important for a player to remember that the responsibility in displaying good sportsmanship involves respect of  the Rules, Opponents, Officials, Teammates and of course, one’s Self. 

Enjoy this article from the USYS on Sportsmanship ‘ROOTS’: Teach Youth Athletes Good Sportsmanship 

The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd edition  issued by the US Department of Health and Human Services, recommend that children and adolescents ages 6 through 17 years do 60 minutes (1 hour) or more of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity daily. 

Regular physical activity in children and adolescents promotes health and fitness. Compared to those who are inactive, physically active youth have higher levels of fitness, lower body fat, and stronger bones and muscles.

Physical activity also has brain health benefits for school-aged children, including improved cognition (e.g., academic performance, memory) and reduced symptoms of depression.

Regular physical activity in childhood and adolescence can also be important for promoting lifelong health and well-being and preventing risk factors for various health conditions like heart disease, obesity, and type 2 diabetes.

Challenge: Keep a diary of your physical activity during the months of January, February and March 2021. Share your creative workouts with Mass Youth Soccer on Social Media by tagging @mayouthsoccer on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

Have you ever been distracted by parents shouting in the stands or by the other team while on the field playing?

Meditation is a highly effective outlet that can help keep you focused on the field. Being able to ignore all distractions and negative thoughts can improve your performance and help you succeed.

Meditation is also great for calming nerves, decreasing stress levels and improving sleep patterns. There are multiple apps that can guide you through meditation, here are some examples: Headspace, Calm, and Meditation for Kids. 

Task: Practice 20 minutes of meditation twice a week. 

Try your hand at soccer bowling.  All you need is some indoor or outdoor space,  a soccer balls & 10  pins (tall cones, empty 2 liter plastic bottles, toys) . If you do not have 10, use as many as you have.

Click on the link below or the graphic for full instructions on how to play! 

How to play Soccer Bowling

While proper hydration will improve every system in the body, function better and minimize risk of injury and muscle cramping, it can get boring and flavorless. 

Change it up by adding in cut up fruit into your water or small packets of dehydrated citrus fruit like lemon, lime, or grapefruit. 

Another option is flavor-infused ice cubes by adding in a few drops of fresh juice or fruit in each tray. 

Most importantly, stray away from products that are ‘flavored’ as more often than not, it is due to fake sugars and artificial ingredients.

Challenge: Try a new flavor combination in your water for 3 days this week to find your favorite kind!

Gratitude has a language all its own and by practicing it, you can help the world connect in ways you never thought possible. Whether it is a hand written letter, a heartfelt spoken word, a nod, or a smile, the power of a Thank You can give a person a positive indelible memory they can keep forever. 

Most often, in order to give gratitude, we must experience it ourselves. How can you make gratitude a part of your daily routine?

Take our Gratitude Challenge in the month of January and each day, keep a journal of 3 things you are grateful for everyday as part of your daily routine. These things can be people or places as well. At the end of the month, you will have the most special reminder of what brings you joy and what you are most grateful for.

Enjoy this short story as a reminder of how our attitude can affect gratitude.

Gratitude Story –Help Others Value Humanity and Time Click Here

A great way to get yourself moving is to do aerobic activities such as going for a walk, run, or bike ride. These type of activities will make you breathe fast and get your heart going. This is a great way to stay in shape for the soccer season. Even though the weather is cold, getting outside has great health benefits including improving brain function, concentration and reducing stress. Health-related apps can make physical activity more engaging and fun for your Fitness Friday. Map My Run and Strava are two apps where you can track your runs, post photos and interact with friends.

Challenge: Go on a run or walk twice a week and track your progress using one of the apps above.

• self–es·teem: a feeling of having respect for yourself and your abilities;
• a confidence and satisfaction in oneself: self-respect

Number of Players: 2 – kids, parents, grandparents (whomever is available)

Equipment: 1 tennis ball and the longest hallway in your house.

Organization: Each player chooses an end to play from. Players must start at opposite ends of the hallway and as far apart from each other as possible.

Object of the Game: Pass the tennis ball to your opponent without hitting and walls. Your opponent has 1 touch to play the ball back without hitting any walls. If a player hits a side wall with the ball, they lose 1 point. Whomever has the ball closest to them restarts the game once both players are ready. Once either player loses all their points, the game is over. Begin a new game with all players starting with 10 points.

Scoring: Each player starts with 10 points.
-1 point for hitting a side wall.

Who is the first player to lose all their points?

Variations (select as many variations as necessary):

• Allow more touches as needed.
• Limit the touches the winner of the previous round gets.
• Return to a closer distance and try to play 1 touch back and forth. Open the distance again each round.
• (kicking the ball in the air could cost points, player’s choice)
• 1 player or both players must use their weaker foot.

Having energy throughout a training session or game, especially on days where players have school or even other sports activities, is a challenge for many youth athletes.  Fueling the body properly is essential for optimal performance on the playing field. Take a look at this article to learn more about WHEN to eat and WHAT to eat prior to training.  Always keep in mind that every athlete is different and it is important to experiment to see what works for YOU! https://truesport.org/nutrition/pre-workout-fueling/

Challenge: Experiment with how long prior to a session you need to fuel your body so you can have energy the entire time!

Volunteering can provide a healthy boost to your self-confidence, self-esteem, and life satisfaction, while doing good for others and the community. Your role as a volunteer can also give you a sense of pride and identity. Click the links below on how you can better serve others.

Youth Sport Trust Click Here

Youth Volunteer Case Study Click Here

Oprah on Volunteering Click Here

Just4Kicks, led by Dr Julie Hubbard’s comprehensive exercise database was designed for youth soccer players, in an effort to promote injury prevention and performance enhancement amid the COVID-19 related "stay at home" orders.

View the full library of videos by clicking on the link below: 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFYrwdcO2Xy4YZU1D6tTOKw

With much uncertainty surrounding the coming winter months, Just4Kicks has created a user-friendly, virtual bank of exercises that players can implement for the comfort of their own home! These exercises are user-friendly and involve minimal to no fitness equipment, allowing athletes a sense of 'autonomy' and 'competence' when completing their workouts. The database is a collection of 10 YouTube playlists with 300+ exercise videos. Each playlist starts with a "How To" video, describing exactly how to capitalize on each individual playlist. 

Please direct any specific exercise technique/prescription questions to contact@just4kicksboston.com.

1. Attitude
2. Effort
3. Communication
4. Conditioning
5. Learning
6. Concentration/Focus
7. Confidence

Mass Youth Soccer is excited to collaborate with the New England Revolution to provide Technical Training videos for the #MassYouthSoccerStrong Program.

Please click HERE to view the videos.

The Revolution has put together a new catalog full of engaging, educational, and exciting videos for everyone to utilize for free! We hope this tool is helpful for everyone while at home or on the fields!

This week’s Revolution Remote Training video is focused on Ball Mastery.

The Revs Academy will take you through 3 fundamental activities for improving Ball control.

1. Toe Touches
2. Foundations/Side to Sides
3. Pull, Push, Behinds

All you need for this week is a 4x4ft space, a soccer ball and a phone/computer to follow along..

Make sure to listen to the coaching points while watching the video for maximum development.

Please note, Players (Parents/Guardians) will need to sign up for the Revs Remote Training Team to gain access. 

Part of being an athlete is knowing how to re-energize your body after a training session.  While you might be starving and want to eat whatever is easily accessible, properly fueling your body with foods that are optimal for recovery are important.  Athletes should be able to assess if the session was high, medium, or low intensity as this will help them gauge the timing and needs of refueling. 

Take a look at this article to see some of the best ways to start your recovery through food: https://truesport.org/wp-content/uploads/TrueFood_Recovery-Snacks.pdf

Challenge: Try one new recover snack this week after a training session!

Playing and living for something beyond the scoreboard is said to enhance performance in athletes. 

Gratitude inspires student-athletes to take better care of themselves. Grateful athletes tend to take better care of their bodies and sleep 10% more and feel more alert and focused which leads to better performance in competition and the classroom. Enjoy these articles and a short clip on how gratitude impacts athletic performance.

The Impact on Gratitude in Sports Performance   Click Here

How Gratitude Can Make You a Better Athlete   Click Here

3 Ways Teammates Can Express Gratitude And Improve Overall Team Chemistry   Click Here

In children below the age of 14 years, there is a very little research relating to both epidemiology and the prevention of football injuries. F-MARC recently conducted a prospective study over two seasons in the Czech Republic and Switzerland. The overall injury incidence was lower compared with that in youth players. Interestingly, children suffered from a relatively high percentage of fractures, bone stress and other injuries of the upper limbs. This data inspired the development of a targeted injury-prevention program for children, the FIFA 11+ Kids.

Click here to view the FIFA 11+ Kids Activities

As with the FIFA 11+ program, the kids’ version was designed by a panel of international experts. There is a focus on:

• spatial orientation, anticipation, and attention particularly while dual-tasking (to avoid unintended contact with other players or objects);
• body stability and movement coordination (more general than specific);
• learning appropriate fall techniques (to minimize the consequences of unavoidable falls)

The importance of sleep in both youth and adults is often overlooked when in actuality, it is a contributing factor to overall mental and physical health well-being.  For youth athletes who may be involved in multiple sports, on numerous soccer teams, and have school work to complete, proper sleep will aid them in many ways.  It will help athletes repair and recover muscles, maintain mental focus, manage stress, have enough energy, enhance coordination, obtain muscle growth, decrease likelihood of injuries, and contribute to performance on and off the field.

Based on most recent research, adolescents should be obtaining at least 9 hours a night.  Unfortunately, most are only obtaining 7.5 to 8.5 hours.

The Gatorade Sports Science Institute dives deeper into this topic of sleep in athletes in a study published in 2017.  Take a look at their article to learn more.

Challenge: Track your sleep this week using a sleep app such as SleepWatch and see how well you do!

Gratitude and well being: The benefits of appreciation.

Experiencing gratitude, thankfulness, and appreciation tends to foster positive feelings, which in turn, contribute to one's overall sense of well being. Gratitude can change your life because it makes you appreciate what you have rather than what you don't have. 

Gratitude-Does It Benefit Your Health and Well Being   Click Here

The Gratitude Habit   Click Here

Gratitude Exercises For Kids  www.blissfulkids.com 

Maureen LaRoche is joined by psychologist Dr Sarah Fournier who shares some tips on how Coaches can help players during this difficult time including framing the pandemic in positive ways and emphasizing the temporary nature of the pandemic.

Click here to view Mental Health Resources available for Children and Families

Click the link or graphic below to view the part 1 of our 3 part video series. 

https://youtu.be/qzlXD_43gGo

We hope that you find this information helpful. Please know that neither the 3-part video series nor resource list are intended to be a substitute for professional mental health services or medical advice.

This week’s Revolution Remote Training video is focused on Receiving.

• A partner(Mom/Dad/Brother/Sister)
• A 6x4ft space and a single small cone
• A soccer Ball and a phone/computer to follow along..

After last week’s information on Sleep, we now know just how important it is. There are natural things youth players and adults can do to aid in experiencing a better night’s sleep.  This can include making sure you are in a comfortable sleep environment (black-out curtains, eye mask, quality sheets), taking a warm bath or shower to increase sleepiness before bed, no screen time 30 minutes before sleeping, and many more.  

US Soccer takes a deeper look into factors that can aid athletes in getting the optimal night’s rest as well as factors that may be hindering their sleep patterns.  Take a look at US Soccer’s information on their website.

Challenge: So many of us are on our cell phones or laptops right before trying to fall asleep at night.  Try taking a technology break at least 30 minutes before bed several times this week.  Notice how it affects the overall quality of your sleep!

When we take the time to express gratitude to those who have provided opportunities for us, we create a life- long connection. 

“Beyond Soccer has not only helped me learn how to play soccer, but they also gave me a wide variety of opportunities. They have helped me become a leader and be a part of a team. With their immense help, Beyond Soccer has allowed me to do multiple soccer programs that have helped me strengthen my skills and grow personally. – Ileana 

Soccer Ball for Fitness? Your soccer ball can be used for so much more than just practices and the game.  Visit the link below in Women’s Health Magazine to find several dynamic exercises you can implement into your daily or weekly fitness routine.  These exercises can be performed either indoor or outdoor and are a fun way to use your soccer ball to stay fit. Remember a healthy body and a healthy mind help to fight off illness.

How to Tone Up Using Nothing but a Soccer Ball (womenshealthmag.com) 

In part 2 of our video series, psychologist Dr Sarah Fournier discusses self-care and hygiene factors and the link to self confidence in teens and the importance that youth sports can play in providing stability and balance during these unprecedented times. Dr Sarah and Maureen LaRoche also discuss the importance of unconditional acceptance, anchor points, mastery experiences and goal setting.

We hope that you find this information helpful. Please know that neither the 3-part video series nor resource list linked below are intended to be a substitute for professional mental health services or medical advice.

Click the link below to view the part 2 of our 3 part video series with Dr Sarah.

https://youtu.be/8GD3tAmYB9g

Mass Youth Soccer has developed a list of Mental Health Resources available for Children and Families, please click here to view links and resources.

This week’s Revolution Remote Training video is focused on Ball Mastery using a dribble slalom.

1. Inside/Outside with one foot (60 seconds, 3 sets) Don’t worry if you mess up, just continue from your last cone!
2. Inside/Outside with both feet (60 seconds, 3 sets) Don’t worry if you mess up, just continue from your last cone!
3. Side roll across and up (60 seconds, 3 sets) Don’t worry if you mess up, just continue from your last cone!
4. Side roll across and back (60 seconds, 3 sets) Don’t worry if you mess up, just continue from your last cone!

Mass Youth Soccer member program UKSD (United Kidz Soccer Development) is hosting a Donation drive to help buy hygiene products, food and other essential items for those in need in Massachusetts! Donations of $25 or more will receive a special Facemask pack from UKSD. Click here for more info. 

UKSD provides totally free of charge soccer leagues and clinics to young people as a way to bring communities together, both locally and overseas. As UKSD has evolved over the years, one mission has always been at the core of the work we do.

The foundation of our program is developing community minded youth leaders, while enabling them to foster a desire to make an impact locally, as well as globally. We work with teens throughout from multiple backgrounds, teaching them to use soccer as a means of community connection, education, self-identity awareness, diversity appreciation, and as a means by which they can develop both their soccer skills and their character. 

Our programs are designed by the young people we work with and have impacted thousands worldwide. If you would like us to help your organization build a project to better your local community, please contact us at info@uksd.org or check us out at www.uksd.org. 

#uksd #educate #leadership #create

This week's Fitness Friday is presented by the Soccer Parenting Association. ALL parents of players registered with Mass Youth Soccer through town or club organizations can get free access to the Soccer Parent Resource Center. Click here for further info! 

Simon McEvoy from King of Kings coaching leads us through a series of bodyweight activities and exercises that youth athletes and families can perform in their own home. 

If you do not have gym equipment at home, use available substitutes in your own environment e.g. use a Chair for Bench, Broom handle for a Dowel. 

Click here to view this week's Fitness Friday Workout

3/15/1810: The birthdate of David Ruggles. He was born in Lyme, CT and raised in Norwich, CT. Ruggles operated the first black press in the country and used it to advocate for antislavery. The first periodical to be published by an African American, Mirror of Liberty, was published by Ruggles. He was also a journalist for the Freedom Reporter, which is also the country’s first black newspaper.

73 Newbury Street, Portland, ME: The address of the Abyssinian Meeting House which was built in 1828. It is the third oldest standing African American meeting house in the United States. The Abyssinian became the center of social and political life for Portland’s African-American Community in the 1800’s. The building served many purposes including as a church, segregated public school, and a hall for entertainment.

6/16/1896: The birthdate of Massachusetts native, Melnea Cass. When the 19th Amendment was passed in 1920, which provided women the right to vote, Cass urged black women to register to vote while encouraging them to express their views. As a social activist, she rallied for racial justice while working for various groups including the NAACP to keep Roxbury safe. Cass eventually became the “First Lady of Roxbury” and served as the president of NAACP Boston and worked to desegregate Boston schools.

3/15/1825: The birthdate of Milford, New Hampshire native, Harriet E. Wilson. She was the first African American to publish a novel in North America. Her novel titled, “Sketches from the Life of a Free Black,” was published anonymously in 1859 in Boston. 

In the final section of her interview, psychologist Dr Sarah Fournier describes some of the signs and symptoms that that coaches, friends and families can recognize in youths to identify if additional support regarding Mental Health is required. 

Click the link or graphic below to view the part 3 of our 3 part video series.

youtube.com/watch?v=ZBtyEeqeAxE

We hope that you find this information helpful. Please know that neither the 3-part video series nor resource list are intended to be a substitute for professional mental health services or medical advice.

Click here to view Mental Health Resources available for Children and Families

Mass Youth Soccer is connecting with local professionals to gain knowledge and provide tips for parents, players and coaches of what is currently being seen due to the pandemic.  We are thankful to have Dr. Warren Bodine, who practices in Lawrence and is a Director of Sports Medicine, provide some insight as to what he has seen on the front lines. 

Click here or on the graphic to view the video on YouTube.

Listen to Dr. Andrea Hussong  and Teri McKeever from the Greater Good Gratitude Summit of the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, where they explores the role that parents can play in fostering the development of a child’s gratitude and the relationship it plays for athletes.

Grateful Athletes   Click Here

How Parents Can Foster Gratitude in Kids    Click Here

Bring your team together and compete against friends and family during the Mass Youth Soccer/New England Revolution Winter Virtual 5K to benefit Mass Youth Soccer’s TOPSoccer Program! 

Registration includes a Virtual 5K bib (print out), $10 donation to Mass Youth Soccer’s TOPSoccer program, 1 ticket for a New England Revolution match in 2021. 

Plus the 1st 25 registrations get a Mass Youth Soccer TOPSoccer cap and a New England Revolution water bottle!

Click here to register for the TOPSoccer Virtual 5K

Creating a safe and inclusive environment involves being able to recognize and refer individuals who may be struggling with mental health issues. U.S. Soccer has created a Mental Health Awareness Guide.

The guide will be part of an education course, geared towards helping coaches, referees, administrators, and parents understand the importance of awareness of mental health issues amongst their athletes, the importance of creating a safe and inclusive environment, and resources to refer individuals to access the help they may need.

Mental Health Awareness Guide

U.S. Soccer Recognize to Recover: Mental Health resources for athletes website link: http://www.recognizetorecover.org/mental-health#mental-health-resources

This week’s Revolution Remote Training video is focused on Single Cone Agility Exercises.

• A 2x4ft space and a Soccer Ball..
• A single flat cone or object
• A family member/friend to feed the ball
• A phone/computer to follow along..

This week's Wellness Wednesday is brought to you by Julie Hubbard of @Just4kicksBoston and @MoveStrongPhysicalTherapy. 

Julie discusses injury prevention and what players can be doing to prepare for the spring soccer season! Click on the link below or graphic to view the tips on YouTube.

The TOPSoccer Virtual 5K powered by Mass Youth Soccer and New England Revolution is quickly approaching! Be sure to enter into one of the 11 divisions now!  Winners of each division will win two Putnam Club tickets to a Revolution match in 2021 and a $50 soccer.com gift card provided by Mass Youth Soccer!  

US Youth Soccer TOPSoccer (The Outreach Program for Soccer) is a community-based training and team placement program for young athletes with disabilities, organized by youth soccer association volunteers. The program is designed to bring the opportunity of learning and playing soccer to any boy or girl, who has a mental or physical disability. Our goal is to enable the thousands of young athletes with disabilities to become valued and successful members of the US Youth Soccer family.

Now that the weather is getting better, why not avoid the chaos of the soccer field and enjoy some of what Massachusetts has to offer?  Get out with your family or take your dog for a nice trek on one of the many hiking trails throughout the state.

Click here to find some trails near you and revel in the peace and serenity of nature.

For some breathtaking scenery and a great aerobic workout consider a hike through the mountains.  

Remember to wear your masks, practice social distancing & share your hiking pictures with us at MA Youth Soccer.

The practice of yoga enhances both physical and mental performance in all sports. The practice of yoga helps young athletes focus the mind. They will be able to filter out distractions and concentrate on the essentials of their chosen activity.

Some of the benefits include:

• Learn valuable skills for alleviating pre-game/performance jitters
• Enhance body awareness
• Improves strength, flexibility and range of motion to boost overall performance and reduce incidents of injury.
• Cultivate a healthy body image
• Review the value of proper nutrition, hydration and rest
• Improve focus and concentration for enhanced performance

Why yoga is good for young athletes: https://www.omiesyogastudio.com/benefits-of-yoga/benefits-of-yoga-in-young-athletes/    

Challenge: Download one of these apps and try out some yoga: Yoga for Beginners or Daily Yoga

1. Figure of eight dribble (90 seconds, 3 sets) Don’t worry if you mess up, just bring the ball back and continue from your last cone!
2. Side roll push and pull (90 seconds, 3 sets) Don’t worry if you mess up, just bring the ball back and continue from your last cone!
3. Figure of eight side to sides (90 seconds, 3 sets) Don’t worry if you mess up, just bring the ball back and continue from your last cone!
4. Toe Touches, sole role (90 seconds, 3 sets) Don’t worry if you mess up, just bring the ball back and continue from your last cone!

WALK or RUN...but Register now! Less than 1 week to go to register for the TOPSoccer Virtual 5K powered by Mass Youth Soccer and the New England Revolution!  Each participant receives a ticket to a REVS game plus you are contributing $10 to the TOPSoccer program. 

Please learn more about it on Mass Youth Soccer’s website under programs, TOPSoccer.

You don’t want to miss out on the chance to win 5K divisional prizes so get in on the action now!

https://revolution.spinzo.com/new-england-revolution-5k-PNRSF?group=virtual-5k-wseu

A 2019 study published in the Journal of Happiness Studies found that gratitude is linked to joy and happiness in children. This means that instilling gratitude in your kids at a young age could help them grow up to be happier people.

Discover how joy and appreciation can be cultivated within children at an early age which can guide them to live a more authentic and grateful life.

How Experiencing Joy Can Help Children and Promote Optimal Development  Click Here

How To Awaken Joy in Kids  Click Here

Fostering A Sense Of Wonder & Joy In Children  Click Here

TOPSoccer was formed to perpetuate the US Youth Soccer mission statement which is, in part, "to foster the physical, mental and emotional growth and development of America's youth through the sport of soccer at all levels of age and competition." There are thousands of children with disabilities who need, and can be provided with, the opportunity to play soccer through the TOPSoccer program.

The first step is to identify the need in your area.  For what type of disabilities do you need to plan for? Are you able to fulfill these needs? Are there facilities that are equipped to handle athletes with physical disabilities?

As you are setting up your program, know there are established programs that you can utilize as resources of information.  These include US Youth Soccer, Special Olympics, United Cerebral Palsy, and Shriners.

Throughout the process, you will need people who are able to assist you! Don't forget to include Caryn Goulet from Massachusetts Youth Soccer! TOPSoccer@mayouthsoccer.org

The unique thing about TOPSoccer is that each program is different and is created around the needs of the participants. Additionally, TOPSoccer athletes are placed on teams according to ability, not age.  You can determine the length of program, playing rules (utilize the US Youth Soccer guidelines on their website), size of the game, but most importantly, keep it simple & keep it fun!

There are many TOPSoccer Programs in Massachusetts!

Please take a look on our website mayouthsoccer.org/programs/topsoccer-communities/ for different opportunities to volunteer your time.  If you can not find a program near you, please contact Mass Youth Soccer’s coordinator, Caryn Goulet at TOPSoccer@mayouthsoccer.org for more information.

Register now for the TOPSoccer Virtual 5K powered by Mass Youth Soccer and the New England Revolution!  You have the chance to win some incredible divisional prizes.  Plus each participant receives a ticket to a REVS game and you are contributing $10 to the TOPSoccer program!  Please learn more about it on Mass Youth Soccer’s website under programs, TOPSoccer.

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