named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Academy/Premier Program
Elite soccer program for boys and girls with teams competing in USYS National League, EDP North Atlantic, and NYCSL Premier leagues; includes college showcases and national tournaments
College Showcase Program
Opportunities for U15–U18 players to participate in college showcases such as Bethesda, Surf Cup, and Jefferson Cup to support recruitment
Developmental Program
Skills-focused program for beginner and intermediate players ages 5–13, emphasizing fundamentals like dribbling, passing, and small-sided games
Spring Break Camp
Annual spring camp for boys and girls ages 7–15, providing structured training during school break
Summer Soccer Camp
Eight-session summer camp for ages 5–15, offering both regular and elite training groups led by USSF-licensed coaches
Travel Teams
Competitive teams participating in the Westchester Youth Soccer League, offering play for various age groups from U7 to U19
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Youth Soccer Development Programs 5 activities
- Administer tryout processes for competitive teamsConducts scheduled tryouts for NAL/Premier teams across various age groups, including boys U9, boys U18, and girls U15, with specific requirements for participants to bring cleats, shin guards, water, and a soccer ball.
- Operate competitive and developmental youth soccer programsProvides year-round soccer training, development programs, and competitive play for children ages 5 to 19 in the greater White Plains community, including travel and premier teams in leagues such as the National Academy League, USYS National League, EDP Premier League, and NYCSL Westchester/Hudson Valley Premier divisions. Programs include seasonal training with multiple weekly practices and indoor play during winter months.
- Provide international and advanced soccer opportunitiesPlans and organizes international summer soccer trips for select teams and operates an elite 4-hour daily soccer camp for advanced players aged 7 to 14, featuring coaching by National Premier, College, and USSF Federation-licensed staff to support high-level development and competition.
- Run seasonal youth soccer campsOffers structured soccer camps during spring break, summer, and seasonal periods for youth ages 5 to 15, with differentiated instruction for beginner, intermediate, and elite players. Programs include a spring break camp (March 30–April 3, 2026), an 8-session summer camp (July 6–August 28, 2026), and elite training sessions led by professional coaches.
- Utilize designated fields and facilities for soccer activitiesConducts youth soccer programs using multiple local facilities including Saxon Wood Field, White Plains High School fields, Parker Stadium at Highlands Middle School, and George Washington Elementary School fields, as well as indoor gyms in Westchester during winter months.
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Youth Sports Community Events 1 activity
- Host youth soccer tournaments and showcasesOrganizes and hosts multi-day tournaments and college soccer showcases, including a spring pre-season tournament in March 2026 for boys and girls across multiple age divisions, and participation in major regional and national events such as Walkill, Bethesda, FC DELCO, Potomac, and Mad Dog. Each tournament game is officiated by USSF certified referees, and teams are guaranteed at least three games.
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Provide financial accessibility through scholarships and fundraisingOffers scholarships and conducts fundraising to ensure participation in the Academy program regardless of ability to pay, with financial support contingent on participation in fundraising events.
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Youth Sports Safety & Risk Management 1 activity
- Support athlete safety and concussion managementEnforces a strict concussion protocol that includes immediate removal from play for any athlete exhibiting signs or symptoms, prohibition of same-day return to play, and mandatory written clearance from a licensed healthcare provider before resuming participation.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$859K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$859K100%
Investment income$20%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$854K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$132K
Cash$132K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$132K
Liquid reserves1.9 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +62.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 3
- BRIAN JONES — DIRECTOR
- CHRISTIAN VELASQUEZ — DIRECTOR
- ROBERT BIAGINI — DIRECTOR
relationships · 18
Who they work with
- Center for Disease Control and Prevention Partner — Collaborates on concussion education via the "Heads Up Concussion in Youth Sports" training program.
- EDP Partner — League in which Academy teams compete, based on season and team strength.
- EDP North Atlantic Partner — Participates in the EDP North Atlantic league for premier-level competition.
- George Washington Elementary School Partner — Provides field space for youth soccer activities.
- GotSport Partner — Uses GotSport's online platform for tournament registration and payment processing.
- Highlands Middle School Partner — Provides field space at Parker Stadium for youth soccer activities.
- NERP Partner — League in which Academy teams compete, based on season and team strength.
- NYCSL Partner — Competes in the NYCSL Westchester/Hudson Valley Premier division.
- National Federation of State High School Associations Partner — Provides concussion education through a free online training course for youth sports.
- New York Club Soccer League Partner — League in which Academy teams compete, based on season and team strength.
- Region 1 Government — Geographic and administrative region under which some teams may compete.
- U.S. Soccer Federation Partner — Provides professional licensed coaches for the summer soccer camp.
- U.S. Youth Soccer National League Partner — Competes in the U.S. Youth Soccer National League through WP Academy teams.
- US Club Soccer Network — Club registered under WPYSA banner competes in leagues sanctioned by US Club Soccer.
- WHITE PLAINS RECREATION and PARKS DEPARTMENT Partner — Cooperates with White Plains Youth Soccer Association to present the Spring Break Soccer Camp 2026.
- Westchester Youth Soccer League Network — Registered member of the Westchester Youth Soccer League, which is sanctioned by US Club Soccer.
- Westchester Youth Soccer League Partner — Fields travel division teams in the Westchester Youth Soccer League.
- White Plains High School Partner — Provides field space for youth soccer activities.
strategies · 3
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.
- Inclusive Access Modelmethodology: inclusive_accessBy removing financial barriers to participation, the organization maximizes youth engagement and retention in soccer programs because equitable access ensures broader community involvement and sustained program participation regardless of socioeconomic status.
- Recreation-Based Youth Developmentmethodology: recreation-based_youth_developmentBy engaging children in structured soccer activities, the organization fosters youth development through recreation, promoting physical activity, social integration, and long-term participation in organized sports because consistent involvement in recreational programming supports holistic growth and retention.
- Tiered Skill and Competitive Pathway Developmentmethodology: tiered_player_developmentBy offering structured, ability-based progression tracks—including developmental, travel, and premier programs—the organization enables sustained player growth and advancement because differentiated programming allows youth to develop at appropriate paces and aspire to higher levels of competition.