named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
AIM Cup Tournament
Annual soccer tournament hosted by ASA in June, now in its 44th year, serving as a key event for travel teams and part of the included travel program fee
House League
Recreational soccer program for youth of all skill levels focusing on fundamental skill development, teamwork, and fun; features two-year age groupings, Saturday games, and volunteer-led coaching
Travel Soccer Program
Competitive soccer program for players seeking higher-level training and league play; includes participation in BWNYJSL and potentially the Thruway League, winter indoor sessions, and multiple tournaments including the AIM Cup
activities · 2 groups
What they do
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Youth Soccer Development Programs 6 activities
- AIM Cup youth soccer tournamentHosts the annual AIM Cup youth soccer tournament as part of its travel soccer program’s competitive season, attracting nearly 1,500 players and coaches annually; the 2025 event included 87 teams (54 boys', 33 girls') from across the region.
- Annual summer soccer campOrganizes an annual summer soccer camp featuring challenging drills and game-like scenarios to develop player skills, providing structured training opportunities outside the regular season.
- Kick Start Academy for young players (ages 4–6)Operates the Kick Start Academy to teach soccer fundamentals to young players ages 4–6 in a structured, engaging environment led by the Director of Coaching and ASA Technical Staff, with limited enrollment of approximately 50 spots per outdoor time block and 25 per indoor time block.
- Travel soccer program with competitive leagues and tournamentsFields competitive travel teams that participate in the Buffalo Western New York Junior Soccer League and Thruway League, conduct annual tryouts open to players from any town, provide twice-weekly indoor practices from November to April, and support participation in at least three tournaments per season, including covering league fees, insurance, and tournament registration through the ASA Travel Fee.
- Weekly youth soccer practices and gamesFacilitates weekly outdoor practices led by volunteer coaches and organizes eight weekly games per session across age brackets in the Town of Amherst, supporting regular on-field engagement for youth players.
- Youth soccer programs for players ages 3–19Provides organized youth soccer programs to over 3,800 children annually in Western New York, focusing on physical exercise, skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship through training and game competition for players aged 3 to 19.
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Youth Sports Access and Equipment Support 1 activity
- Player development and infrastructure supportSupports overall player development through equipment purchases, field improvements, and access to facilities, schedules, team assignments, and training resources to enhance the experience for players and families.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$594K
Contributions & grants$5K1%
Program service revenue$586K99%
Investment income$10%
Other revenue$2K
expenses
Total expenses$565K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$225K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$688K
Cash$388K
Investments$300K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$688K
Liquid reserves14.6 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +7.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 4
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adriano Gatto | Registrar | 40 | $76K |
| Angela Williamson | Director of Coaching | 25 | $46K |
| Todd Loomis | Past President | 2 | $10K |
| Justin Eason | Field Coordinator | 10 | $5K |
board members · 10
- Brad Chandler — Boys House Coordinator
- Chris Iantosca — Social/Community Coordinator
- Christopher Harvey — Girls Travel Coordinator
- Jake Kathman — Boys Travel Coordinator
- Jonathan Gentile — Treasurer
- Keith Wharton — Girl's House Coordinator
- Kevin McCormack — Partnerships
- Patrick Callocchia — Secretary
- Steven McDonald — President
- Tina Gilbert — Volunteer Coordinator
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- Amherst Ale House Partner — Sponsors the AIM Cup Player of the Match award, providing vouchers for free personal pizzas to recipients.
- Buffalo Western New York Junior Soccer League Network — Member league for youth soccer competition and coordination.
- Buffalo Western New York Junior Soccer League Partner — Member league in which Amherst Soccer travel teams compete.
- Buffalo Western New York Junior Soccer League Partner — Participates in BWNYJSL league games, with teams traveling to surrounding townships for scheduled matches.
- New York State West Youth Soccer Association Government — Follows age eligibility guidelines set by New York State West for player participation in travel teams.
- New York State West Youth Soccer Association Network — Implements the New Age Matrix in alignment with New York State West Youth Soccer Association.
- New York State West Youth Soccer Association Network — Member organization participating in regional soccer governance and policy.
- New York State West Youth Soccer Association Network — Provides the age matrix used to determine player eligibility and age bracket placement in the House League.
- Pellucid Travel Partner — Official housing partner for the AIM Cup, offering exclusive rates and accommodations for tournament teams.
- Thruway League Partner — League in which Amherst Soccer travel teams compete against teams from Albany, Binghamton, Rochester, and Syracuse.
- Tops Friendly Markets Partner — Partner in a grant sweepstakes that supports youth soccer organizations in communities served by Tops Markets.
- Town of Amherst Partner — Local government partner supporting soccer programs.
- U.S. Youth Soccer Network — Aligns with U.S. Youth Soccer's New Age Matrix for player age classification.
- WNYS Referees Association Partner — Collaborates to provide referees for games and ensure fair play.
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.
- Developmental Placement Through Continuous Assessmentmethodology: assessment-based-placementBy using ongoing coach-led evaluations, mandatory tryouts, and flexible placement options (including dual-age tryouts), the organization ensures appropriate developmental alignment because continuous and holistic assessment supports individual growth, competitiveness, and team fit across changing age matrices.
- Player-Centered Holistic Developmentmethodology: positive-youth-development-through-sportsBy integrating technical, tactical, physical, and mental development within a supportive team environment, the organization fosters soccer skill growth and life skills such as leadership, teamwork, and character, because holistic development enhances both athletic performance and personal growth beyond the sport.
- Skill Immersion Through Coach-Led Training and Play-Centered Learningmethodology: coach-led_instructional_trainingBy combining structured, coach-led instruction with immersive drills and play-centered environments, the organization builds soccer fundamentals and social communication skills because guided engagement balances enjoyment with skill acquisition, particularly for younger or developing players.