Eastern NY Youth Soccer Association

Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) is a 501c(3) non-profit public benefit corporation and the official youth soccer association of the United States Soccer Federation and the United States Youth Soccer. ENYYSA is nearing 100,000 members and more than 25,000 volunteers. Members are affiliated with 10 leagues throughout the association, which covers Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, Staten Island, the Bronx, Long Island, Westchester, and upstate New York east of Route 81.

Our Mission

The Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association exists to promote and enhance the game of soccer for the youth of Eastern New York between the ages of 5 and 19-years-old, and to encourage the healthy development of youth players, coaches, and administrators.

Services Offered

ENYYSA offers a range of services to its members and affiliates, including:

• State Cup Competitions: ENYYSA conducts State Cup competitions to decide the state champion teams in each competitive soccer age group. The winners of the "Open" cup competition tournament go on to compete at the Regional competition and, starting at U14, eventually to the US Youth Soccer National Championships.
• Olympic Development Program (ODP): ENYYSA administers the state association's Olympic Development Program, which allows potential U.S. National Team members and Olympic hopefuls to be identified and developed to their fullest potential.
• Coaching, Player, and Referee Development: ENYYSA offers several coaching, player, and referee clinics throughout the year to promote the healthy development of youth players, coaches, and administrators.
• Insurance Coverage: ENYYSA provides insurance coverage for its members and affiliates, ensuring that participants are protected in case of accidents or injuries.
• Administrative Assistance: ENYYSA provides administrative assistance to its member leagues, helping them to develop and manage their local programs.
• Sanctioned Tournaments: ENYYSA sanctions tournaments and competitions, providing a platform for teams to compete and showcase their skills.
• Safe Soccer: ENYYSA promotes safe soccer practices and provides resources and guidance on concussion awareness, player safety, and background checks.

Our Partners

ENYYSA partners with various organizations to provide additional resources and support to its members and affiliates. These partners include:

• United States Soccer Federation
• United States Youth Soccer
• Member Leagues
• Insurance Providers
• Coaching and player development organizations