named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Clinic Program
Developmental soccer program for children ages 3 to 6, focusing on fundamental skills, equal play time, and fun through weekly practices and scrimmages. No scores are kept, and all participants receive trophies at season's end.
Interleague Program - Pre-Travel SSI
Bridge program for U9 players through Suffolk Soccer Interleague, offering early travel experience while maintaining intramural play. Focuses on expanded competition with teams from other local clubs.
Intramural Program
Competitive in-house league for U7-U8 players transitioning from clinic, held on Sundays at local fields. Emphasizes skill development and sportsmanship with structured game play and volunteer coaching.
Travel Program
Advanced soccer program for U9–U18 players committed to higher-level skill development. Teams participate in LIJSL and NYCSL leagues, with annual tryouts and games primarily within Suffolk County.
activities · 2 groups
What they do
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Youth Soccer Development Programs 6 activities
- Equal playing time policy across all programsEnsures that every player participates for at least half of each match across all age groups and levels of play, including clinic, intramural, interleague, and travel programs, as a core component of its youth development philosophy.
- Interleague soccer program for U9 playersOffers an Interleague SSI program for U9 players through Suffolk Soccer Interleague, with tryouts held in June for the Fall/Spring season to place players in competitive leagues outside the club.
- Intramural soccer program for U7–U8 playersRuns an in-house intramural program for U7–U8 players with games consisting of four 12-minute quarters held on Sundays at Patrick Kinane Memorial Soccer Fields, including crossover games with St. Joseph's CYO and Elwood Soccer Club; all U7 and U8 players are required to participate.
- Travel soccer program for advanced playersOperates a travel soccer program for advanced players in the Long Island Junior Soccer League (LIJSL), with tryouts held each June for the Fall/Spring season, providing competitive play opportunities beyond intramural and interleague levels.
- Youth soccer clinic program for ages 3–6Operates a clinic program for children ages 3 to 6 that includes a half-hour practice led by Strive Athletics trainers and a half-hour game on Sundays or Saturdays, emphasizing skill development and participation over competition.
- Youth soccer program with focus on developmentProvides a comprehensive youth soccer program focused on athletic and personal development, serving children from ages 3 through U9 with structured programming that includes clinic, intramural, interleague, and travel options.
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Youth Sports Community Events 1 activity
- Season kickoff family eventHosts a free ice cream "Friday Fun Night" for players and families at the start of every season to build community and celebrate the beginning of the soccer season.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$203K
Contributions & grants$203K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$201K
Program expenses83%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineOther
balance sheet
Total assets$70K
Cash$70K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$70K
Liquid reserves4.2 mo
3 years on record · 2022–2025 · YoY revenue +23.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 2
- Chris Gregory — Board Member
- Tim Kiley — Board Member
relationships · 8
Who they work with
- Elwood Soccer Club Partner — Participates in crossover games with VOB Soccer Club's Intramural teams.
- Just Say Soccer Partner — Participates in the Just Say Soccer (JSS) league, which emphasizes sportsmanship and includes travel games against external teams.
- Long Island Junior Soccer League Partner — Participates in the Long Island Junior Soccer League (LIJSL) for its travel soccer program.
- NY Club Soccer League Partner — Offers opportunities through the NY Club Soccer League for advanced players to compete in sanctioned leagues.
- St. Joseph's CYO Partner — Participates in crossover games with VOB Soccer Club's Intramural teams.
- Strive Athletics Partner — Provides trainers who lead practices for the Clinic program.
- Suffolk Soccer Interleague Partner — Collaborates with Suffolk Soccer Interleague to offer an Interleague SSI program for U9 players.
- Volunteer Coaches Partner — Volunteer coaches lead practices and games with support from the club's trainer program.
strategies · 4
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 Skill-Building through Maximized Ball Contact 142 orgsmethodology: developmental-play-focusBy structuring practices and non-competitive play to maximize individual ball touches, the organization builds foundational soccer skills and player comfort, because repeated physical engagement with the ball accelerates motor learning and confidence in young athletes.shared approach: Developmental Progression Model →
- Fun-Centered Engagement for Long-Term Involvement 142 orgsmethodology: fun-centered youth developmentBy prioritizing fun, positive reinforcement, and love of the game, the organization fosters long-term player engagement and self-esteem, because enjoyable early experiences in sports increase retention and promote intrinsic motivation to continue playing.shared approach: Developmental Progression Model →
- Inclusive Participation through Equal Playtime 142 orgsmethodology: inclusive-participation-modelBy guaranteeing equal playing time and avoiding scorekeeping in clinic programs, the organization promotes inclusion and sustained participation among children of all skill levels, because reducing competitive pressure increases accessibility and engagement in youth sports.shared approach: Developmental Progression Model →
- Player-Centered Learning with Autonomy and Coaching Support 142 orgsmethodology: coaching_accountability_modelBy empowering players to make in-game decisions while providing structured coach development, the organization enhances learning and sportsmanship, because combining autonomy with guided support fosters long-term engagement and holistic youth development.shared approach: Developmental Progression Model →