TOPSoccer

Overview

TOPSoccer Chair:

Sid Wesseldine

Phone:757 636-8539

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!”

Registration

Registration

Although they train independently, TOPSoccer players fit in the recreational grouping and must register with the club register and are charged the current state recreation registration fee.The fiscal year begins August 1. A player needs to register with VYSA only once during that fiscal year. Contact your club registrar for more information.

VYSA TOPSoccer Program Training

The US Youth TOPSoccer Training Course is available through VYSA.It is a 4 ½ hour course including lecture and on-field training.The course is designed to provide up-to-date information for administrators, coaches and buddies.

*TOPSoccer clubs are urged to sponsor the course.VYSA Coaching Education Director will provide clinicians. (minimum of 12 participants)

Financial Assistance

VYSA offers financial assistance to help TOPSoccer programs get started. Use the US Youth Soccer grant application form to submit requests for a VYSA grant and mail applications to VYSA's State Office: 10705 Spotsylvania Ave Ste 201, Fredericksburg, VA 22408, or email applicications to [email protected]

*Insurance fee is included in the annual registration fee and provides a secondary medical insurance and/or acts as a primary if none exists.