Business Details
7 Years
experience
Your Premier Soccer Club in Des Moines, IA
Iowa Soccer Association has been a cornerstone of Iowa's soccer community since our founding in 2019. We specialize in organizing competitive youth soccer events, developing certified referees through our academy at Grinnell College, and fostering sportsmanship through partnerships with Soccer Parenting and The Sideline Project. Our commitment to player safety is demonstrated through weekly background-checked personnel listings and a structured risk management framework. We strengthen local clubs through strategic partnerships with SCORE Sports while maintaining a focus on creating inclusive, community-driven soccer experiences.Over five years, we've celebrated milestones like hosting the Heart of Goals Anniversary Celebration and achieving national recognition through our UFA DSM 2011 Elite Girls' championship victory. Our operations include managing regional and national tournaments such as the USYS Midwest Presidents Cup and National Presidents Cup, while continuously expanding our impact through initiatives like the 2025 League America Festival.
Services
Youth Soccer Programs
Referee Training Academy
Tournament Management
Player Safety Compliance
Community Partnerships
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- Celebrated five years of community soccer development since 2019
- Operate Iowa's first referee academy at Grinnell College
- Maintain weekly updated background-checked coaching personnel lists
- Host national-level events like the USYS Presidents Cup
- Partner with SCORE Sports for club strengthening initiatives
What people say
Heart of Goals Event
National Champions
Referee Academy
Player Safety Focus
Community Partnerships
Services
Youth Soccer Programs
We provide structured youth soccer programs that develop fundamental skills while fostering teamwork and sportsmanship. Our programs cater to various age groups through local member clubs, offering both recreational and competitive play options. Participants benefit from certified coaching staff and safety-focused environments.
Referee Training Academy
Our academy at Grinnell College trains and certifies soccer referees through comprehensive courses covering game rules, officiating techniques, and conflict resolution. The program develops qualified officials who maintain fair play standards across Iowa's soccer events and tournaments.
Tournament Management
We organize regional and national soccer tournaments including the USYS Midwest Presidents Cup and National Presidents Cup. Our event management covers logistics, scheduling, and facilities coordination for competitive youth soccer competitions at multiple levels.
Player Safety Compliance
We implement weekly background checks for all coaching personnel, maintaining updated clearance lists during the season. This system ensures compliance with safety standards and provides transparency about cleared staff working with youth teams.
Community Partnerships
Our partnership initiatives with organizations like SCORE Sports strengthen local soccer clubs through resource sharing and collaborative programs. These partnerships enhance community engagement while improving access to quality soccer infrastructure and training programs.
Questions
How can I join Des Moines SC's youth soccer programs?
Contact us through our website or social media to connect with local member clubs offering youth soccer opportunities across Iowa.
What referee training options exist through your academy?
Our Grinnell College-based referee academy provides certification courses, resources, and training pathways for aspiring soccer referees.
How do you ensure player safety during events?
We maintain weekly updated lists of background-checked coaches and personnel, with safety protocols aligned with national soccer standards.
What major tournaments do you organize annually?
We host the USYS Midwest Presidents Cup, Midwest Regional Championships, and support teams competing in national-level events.
How can local clubs partner with Des Moines SC?
Our partnership programs with SCORE Sports offer resources for club strengthening and community development initiatives.
