named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Local Tournaments
Hosts and coordinates regional youth soccer tournaments such as the Clarence Classic and AIM Cup.
Referee Development
Program to recruit and train new referees for youth soccer matches.
Youth Soccer Leagues
Organized soccer leagues for age groups from 8U to 19U, with structured schedules, play days, and safety guidelines.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Youth Soccer Development Programs 2 activities
- Youth Soccer Program Development and ManagementPromotes, develops, and organizes youth soccer programs in Western New York State, including age-group classification based on birth year and alignment with the school year for seasonal planning (e.g., 2026–2027 season). Manages team registration and establishes league rules, such as prohibiting heading for players aged 12 and under to ensure safety.
- Youth Soccer Tournaments OrganizationOrganizes and hosts multiple local youth soccer tournaments annually, including the Akron Kick It First, AIM Cup, WYSL Father's Day Tournament, Niagara Pioneer, Clarence Classic, and Lancaster Depew End of Summer Classic, with specific dates scheduled across May through July.
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Youth Sports Safety & Risk Management 1 activity
- Player Safety and Game Rule EnforcementImplements and enforces player safety rules, including mandatory hydration breaks during each half of matches and adherence to state-level behavioral policies such as the New York State West Youth Soccer Association's Zero Tolerance Policy for conduct toward referees.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Scheduling and Coordination of League ActivitiesOrganizes and publishes regular playing schedules extending through August 10, coordinates play days following prior-year patterns (e.g., 2025 schedule reused for 2026), and manages rescheduling efforts due to disruptions like air quality advisories. Also includes convening Board of Directors and league-wide meetings to coordinate operations and communication among member clubs.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$274K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$266K97%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$9K
expenses
Total expenses$255K
Program expenses95%
Admin / overhead5%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$22K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$168K
Cash$168K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$168K
Liquid reserves7.9 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +9.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MICHELE LETINA | SECRETARY | 1 | $12K |
| STEVE WU | TREASURER | 1 | $8K |
board members · 4
- ANDY WRIGHT — PRESIDENT
- FRANK STRANGIO — BOARD MEMBER
- JAMES GREENWAY — BOARD MEMBER
- KEN VOGHT — VICE PRESIDE
relationships · 8
Who they work with
- New York State West Youth Soccer Association Government — Supports and enforces the Zero Tolerance Policy for behavior toward referees.
- New York State West Youth Soccer Association Network — Member organization that established the Zero Tolerance Policy supported by the Buffalo & Western New York Junior Soccer League.
- OTTO SPORT Partner — Partner organization linked through logo placement on the Buffalo and Western New York Junior Soccer League website.
- OTTO SPORT Partner — Partner organization linked through logo placement on the league website.
- OTTO SPORT Partner — Partner organization linked through website footer, indicating a collaborative or sponsorship relationship.
- OTTO SPORT Partner — Technology partner providing platform support, as indicated by logo and link presence.
- OTTO SPORT Partner — Technology partner providing services to the league
- another club team Partner — Shares fields with another club team for playing dates.
strategies · 2
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Player Safety-First Approachmethodology: preventive_health_protocolBy implementing health and safety protocols such as banning heading for young players and modifying activities in extreme heat, the league reduces injury risk and promotes long-term participation, because preventive measures increase physical safety and caregiver trust.
- Sports-Based Youth Developmentmethodology: sports-based_youth_developmentBy using organized soccer as a structured activity, the league fosters youth development and skill-building, because participation in team sports promotes discipline, teamwork, and personal growth.