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At the Super Y League, the goal is to provide your club with an experience that is unparalleled in youth soccer. The Super Y League shares your passion for player development and realize that in order to be an elite club, you must play in an elite league. With a sanctioned ODP program, partnership with GotSoccer, experienced and professional staff, advanced player tracking, and offering the chance to compete for a North American Championship, the Super Y League is the best operated youth league in North America, allowing it to stand above the competition.

“Ironbound SC commits itself to providing the highest level of competition for its elite teams, and the Super Y League provides the structure and the environment. We have believed in the Super Y League model since its inception, as a founding member.”

- John M. Soares, Director of Operations-Ironbound SC

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got soccerIn the Super Y League, teams earn much more than three points for a win and one point for a tie. Through a landmark partnership with GotSoccer, teams participating in the Super Y League earn GotSoccer national ranking points based on their performance, boosting the ranking and reputation of the team and club on a national scale.

The additional of regular season rewards builds on the 2013 Super Y League North American Finals where, for the first time in league history, the teams participating in the Super Y League North American Finals were able to accumulate GotSoccer ranking points based on their performance in the competition.

GotSoccer ranks more than 40,000 teams throughout North America through a database that tallies nearly one million scores annually. Understanding the importance of the GotSoccer national ranking system, clubs, teams, and players now have the opportunity to utilize the elite platform provided by the Super Y League to continue building their club’s national profile, resulting in increased club, team, and player exposure.

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15YEARS of PRovEn comPEtition

The benefits that the league provides set the Super Y League and our member clubs apart. These benefits have been developed through 15 years as a mainstay in youth soccer.

• Proven history of upholding the highest standards and accountability.

• Increased exposure for member clubs and their players.

• Chance for clubs to bolster their infrastructure.

• Opportunity to compete for a North American Championship.

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ExPAndinG oPPoRtUnitiES foR YoUth: nEw U-10 & U-11

In response to the feedback that has been received and in order provide the best foundation for clubs to develop players, the Super Y League is excited to announce the addition of the U-10 and U-11 divisions in the 2015 season. By involving players even earlier in the process, it allows them to receive the exposure to the level of competition that is present in the league, while still providing the proper environment for them to improve as players. The synergy of these two elements will provide a smoother transition into the advanced levels of the Super Y League, as teams compete in the North American Finals.

The players will develop even faster with the nutrition, mental condition, and personal growth education provided by Super Y League partners, IMG Academy, and club coaches will benefit from the added technical and tactical information provided by our National Technical Director.

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brand new u-10 and u-11 divisions provide clubs a cHance to develop players earlier.

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The Super Y League provides elite clubs with the elite competition they need. To allow clubs to focus more on the development of players and less on league administration, our professional staff will assist with the scheduling of matches and will work to uphold the minimum standards that separate the Super Y League from other organizations and maintain the integrity of the league.

Taking place from the end of May through the beginning of August, the league provides clubs with a regionalized divisional structure that maximizes matches but minimizes travel. During the scheduling process, our staff will travel to a proximal location within your established division to have an in-person divisional meeting.

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PLAYER idEntificAtion(id PLAYER tRAckinG PRoGRAm)

The Super Y League ID Player Tracking ensures that the top players in the league are identified, recognized, and publicized in order to benefit both themselves and the club. Recognition is earned by the players and acknowledged by Super Y League coaches. Players are identified based on their production on the field of play, not in a camp setting performing drills. Each week, our staff compiles a list of these elite players and provides that list to member clubs. Players that are consistently identified will have the opportunity to participate as members of the Super Y League ODP camp.

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The Super Y League Olympic Development Program provides the players selected with the chance to train, compete, and interact with staff coaches from the NCAA, including soccer powers Indiana, Akron and Portland. The combination of high-level coaches working with high-level players at a high-level facility makes for a truly unique experience for all involved. Hosted at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida, the program exposes players to specialized training in mental conditioning, nutrition, and the college recruiting process.

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olympic development program (odp)

super y league odp provides elite players with the national platform they need to advance to the next level and has produced current world cup 2014 players deandre yedlin and Jozy altidore for the usa.

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img cupThe integration of the ODP program into the IMG Cup in mid-March pits the best against the best. The combination of the two events at one site creates an opportunity that attracts college coaches from around the country seeking to scout prospects for their programs.

“The 2014 IMG College Showcase tournaments had an extra layer of excitement. Through our continued partnership with the Super Y League, we added 12 boys teams and 12 girls teams to an already quality field. The added dimension of ODP players not only raised the level of competition, but also provided just another reason for college coaches to come to IMG Academy to scout the best talent in Florida, and around the country.”

– Scott Dean, Director of Soccer at IMG Academy

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The North American Finals is the pinnacle moment of competition and player scouting in the Super Y League season and is hosted at IMG Academy’s world-class facilities, which also play host to MLS teams, the USL PRO Combine, and teams from the international level. Standout performances by clubs and players have the potential to create opportunities to play college soccer and to translate into ODP nominations.

“The moment we lifted that beautiful trophy, to see the smiles on our kids’ faces and the memories we created, was priceless. All the hard work we put into the Super Y League in the mid-Atlantic division against tough competition paid off. Coming down to play at the North American Finals, at the world class IMG facilities with more college coaches than I have ever seen at a tournament, is why the ASA Blackhawks as an organization do what we do. The kids experienced a professional environment and created opportunities for their futures. We know it won’t be easy, but we will work hard to try and book our ticket back to Bradenton for the 3rd straight year and represent ASA.” - Michael Arandia, U16 Real Maryland Coach

tHe league finals provide clubs witH invaluable experience in a cHampionsHip environment.

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foUndAtion foR PLAYER GRowth aiding growtHThe Super Y League provides clubs with a foundation for growth, building up from the youth to the professional level. The league continues to work with the Super-20 League, W-20, PDL, W-League, USL PRO, and MLS to examine ways that the leagues can collaborate in a manner that enhances the value of youth soccer in North America and aids in the growth of the sport.

“The Super Y League is the only league in the nation that offers players a platform to set goals for their entire playing careers. It is the pyramid structure of the USL that falls in perfect harmony with F.A. Euro’s philosophy. It is simply the way soccer development for youth should be.” - Marco Balsamo, Vice-President, F.A. Euro

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centralized league operationsThe Super Y League clubs receive the benefit of a full-time, centralized operations staff, located in Tampa, Florida, to assist with scheduling, player registration, and other administrative needs.

club-friendly player registrationThe Super Y League delivers a centralized and familiar registration process through Demosphere and is able to assist clubs with the process.

insurance coverageSuper Y League clubs receive coverage through USSSA following registration of facilities and players.

national tecHnical directorPeter Mellor, a former MLS and U.S. National Team coach, serves as the Super Y League’s National Technical Director, guiding team, player, and league development initiatives.

super y league communications teamSuper Y League communications assets are available to member clubs that are seeking assistance in furthering their brand. The communications staff is able to provide clubs with stats, stories, and highlights to increase their profiles.

officiatingThe Super Y League provides referee assignment for matches through a working relationship with the U.S. Soccer Federation.

minimum standardsThe Super Y League provides clubs with structure and a consistent competitive platform that maintains the integrity of the league throughout North America.

gotsoccerTeams in the Super Y League have the opportunity to accrue points based on success during season, rewarding clubs for competitive excellence.

The Super Y League member clubs receive technical, operational, and administrative support, ensuring that the focus of the clubs can remain on developing players that have the ability to compete at the highest level. That goal is achieved by providing infrastructure, league standards, and growth potential for clubs and their brand.

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The Super Y League works to maintain a consistent and dynamic presence in the ever-changing world of social media, as well as providing a highly functional and informative website. Through these various online mediums, the league is able to increase awareness about the value it offers and about its member clubs.

The Super Y League maintains an active website within the USLsoccer.com network garnering 15.9 million page views, 2.65 million visits and 1.02 million unique visitors across the network.

Our website is the primary tool for dissemination of Super Y League news and provides visitors with access to all league events. On the website, visitors and clubs can also find helpful information regarding rosters, schedules, scores, feature stories, statistics, video Clips, league standings, and club administration.

Through its social media channels,

facebook - facebook.com/superyleague

twitter - @superyleague

instagram - @superyleague

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the Super Y League has the ability to put its teams in front of a larger nation-wide audience. Connect with us on social media for the latest league happenings and a look at content from around the soccer industry. We are creating a community of soccer fans where your club can be the center of attention.

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wRAP UP

The Super Y League offers a unique opportunity by being able to provide your club with multiple benefits in a variety of forums.

• Players benefit from a league platform that allows them to be seen by college coaches so they can advance to the next level of play.

• Clubs benefit from a summer league structure that allows the Super Y League to compliment current competition curriculum.

• Clubs benefit from a professional operations staff to assist with the season structure and scheduling.

• Clubs benefit from the Super Y League communications staff that can assist in building your brand through our various social media and communications outlets.

• Teams benefit from having the opportunity to compete for a North American Finals championship at the world-class facilities of IMG Academy.

• Clubs benefit from a league that offers consistent competition with minimum standards that are applied to ensure clubs have the same professional atmosphere for every match.

• Clubs benefit from being part of a league that is constantly evolving with the landscape of youth soccer in North America and responds to the feedback of its member clubs.

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age participation fee bond registration feeU10 $800 $300 $20 (players), $12 (staff)U11 $800 $300 $20 (players), $12 (staff)U12 $1,250 $500 $20 (players), $12 (staff)U13 $1,250 $500 $20 (players), $12 (staff)U14 $1,250 $500 $20 (players), $12 (staff)U16 $1,250 $500 $20 (players), $12 (staff)U18 $1,250 $500 $20 (players), $12 (staff)

The Super Y League offers clubs exceptional benefits for an extraordinary value. Operating on an annual membership agreement, the costs below are per team per year. Performance bonds that are not used during the course of the season can be rolled over for the following year or can be returned. Make an investment in your club and players that is certain to pay dividends in the future.

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brett luySenior Director, Youth League

Development & Growth

brett.luy@uslsoccer.com

813.269.1351

morgan burkleyManager, Youth League Operations

morgan.burkley@uslsoccer.com

813.269.1349

gordon bengtsonDirector, Youth League Development & Growth

gordon.bengtson@uslsoccer.com

813.849.0578

dan loHrsManager, Youth League Operations

dan.lohrs@uslsoccer.com

813.849.0582

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