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TOPSoccer Chair: John Schlenker
E-Mail: [email protected]

TOPSoccer Programs in Virginia are sponsored by the Virginia Youth Soccer Association and are affiliated with United States Youth Soccer. The Outreach Program for Soccer is a community-based training and team placement program for young athletes with disabilities organized by VYSA member clubs and volunteers.

The programs are designed to bring the enjoyment of learning and playing soccer to boys and girls who have a mental or physical disability.

VYSA is committed to the development of new TOPSoccer programs and the enhancement of current programs. There are many children who deserve the right to enjoy soccer but are left with no place to play within the traditional system. It is our mission to help youth of all backgrounds to enjoy the beautiful game!

"Every child who wishes to play soccer deserves the right to participate!"

For resources and to learn more about USYS's
TOPSoccer Program visit US Youth Soccer.

Meet Our TOPSoccer Instructors

Beth Brooks
[email protected]

Get to know Beth...
Beth has been a TOPSoccer volunteer and coach since 2012. She holds a BS in Developmental Psychology and has over 20 years of professional experience in early childhood education with children ages 6 weeks – 12 years. Beth also has 9 years of management experience at a large nationally accredited childcare center. Beth is a nationally certified US Youth Soccer TOPSoccer Coach and is passionate about meeting every athlete at their level and working with them to develop their skills so they enjoy the sport in an inclusive environment.

Jessica Boss

Get to know Jess...
Jess is completing her BS degree in Special Education at James Madison University and is certified in the adapted curriculum. Jess is currently substitute teaching in Special Education classrooms and also has experience as an English as a Second Language teacher’s assistant. Jess has volunteered for TOPSoccer for over 8 years and was recognized by the Virginia Soccer Association as their TOPSoccer Volunteer of the Year. She is also a nationally certified US Youth Soccer TOPSoccer Coach.

TOPSoccer Buddy of the Year Award

List of Previous Winners
*US Youth Soccer National Buddy of theYear

2021
2020
2019
2018
2017

2016
2015

2014

2013

2012

2011

2008

Aeshan Kapil - Great Falls Reston Soccer Club
Evan Bauer - Virginia Soccer Association
Jacob Porzeinski - Stafford Soccer Club
Brennan Ebert - Vienna Youth Soccer
Abbey Wills* - Northern Piedmont Soccer Club

Patrick Casey* - Virginia Soccer Association

Virginia Sanford - Virginia Rush Soccer Club

Camille Freeman

Lauren Schlenker - Virginia Soccer Association

Will Olson – McLean Youth Soccer

Lilly Thomas – Loudoun Soccer

Ariel Schwartz - Arlington Soccer Association

Click here to nominate a candidate for the
2021 TOPSoccer Buddy of the Year Award.

2021-2022 TOPSoccer Programs

Club	Contact	Email
Alexandria Soccer Association	Will Sutton	[email protected]
Arlington Soccer Association	Greg Mitchell	[email protected]
Blue Ridge United (Winchester)	Olivia Elliott	[email protected]
Chesapeake United Soccer Club	Tony Crowell	[email protected]
Culpeper Soccer Club	Betsy Fry	[email protected]
Great Falls Reston Soccer Club	Margaret Perry	[email protected]
Gunston Soccer Club (Mt. Vernon)	Ted Renaud	[email protected]
Herndon Youth Soccer	Greg Andrulis	[email protected]
Loudoun Soccer	Daryn Patricia	[email protected]
McLean Youth Soccer	Lucas Winters	[email protected]
Northern Piedmont Soccer Club (Fauquier County)	John Schlenker	[email protected]
Orange County	Tim Shuman	[email protected]
Prince William Soccer Club	Alex Silver	[email protected]
Stafford Soccer	Sean Harrigan	[email protected]
Valley United (Roanoke)	Matt Barrette	[email protected]
Vienna Youth Soccer	Bob Zadeh	[email protected]
VIP United FC	Steve O'Neil	[email protected]
Virginia Legacy Soccer Club (Williamsburg)	Kendal Pressey	[email protected]
Virginia Revolution Soccer Club (Leesburg)	Niko Eckart	[email protected]
Virginia Rush (Virginia Beach)	Matt Mittelstaedt	[email protected]
Virginia Soccer Association (Prince William County)	John Schlenker	[email protected]

TOPSoccer Volunteer Training

Volunteer Training Courses

VYSA offers the following TOPSoccer courses for our volunteers. For more information, please contact John Schlenker at [email protected].

The US Youth TOPSoccer Coaching Course is a 4.5 hour course that includes both class room instruction and on-field training. This course is designed for adult coaches and focuses on how to run a successful TOPSoccer program.
TOPSoccer Buddy Course is a 1.5 hour introduction to TOPSoccer for volunteers interested in assisting athletes with developmental and/or physical disabilities.

Schedule

Stay tuned for upcoming courses offered!

TOPSoccer Featured In Touchline

Feature your program

Feature your club's TOPSoccer Program for FREE!

Are you interested in featuring your club's TOPSoccer Program in Touchline, VYSA's official e-Newsletter? Let us help your club gain exposure for its TOPSoccer program. Contact Manager of Marketing, [email protected], to learn more.

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