named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Buffalo Stallions Path to Pro Camp
Intensive summer camp for premier-level players ages 12–16 focusing on technical mastery, tactical awareness, position-specific training, and elite mindset development at Kendev Field in Tonawanda, NY.
Girls Elite Academy U15-U18
Competitive program for older female players aligned with the Girls Academy League, providing a high-level development pathway for elite youth athletes.
Special ID FREE PLAYER Sessions
Free talent identification training sessions for boys and girls aged U7–U12 to identify and develop emerging soccer talent within the Buffalo community.
Stallions Futures Camp
Skill-building summer camp for players ages 6–11 of all levels, emphasizing development, confidence, and enjoyment in a structured environment at Kendev Field.
U9 - U11 Goalkeeper School
Winter training program teaching foundational goalkeeper skills including footwork, shot-stopping, punting, goal kicks, and leadership for young goalkeepers.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Youth Soccer Development Programs 5 activities
- College and Professional Soccer Preparation ProgramsProvides training and development opportunities for young players to transition to college soccer, including resources, guidance, and exposure to earn scholarships, and operates a “Path to Pro” camp for premier-level players ages 12–16 focused on technical and tactical mastery.
- Home-Based Player Development ProgramOperates a home-based training program for Zone 1 players focused on consistent ball work to develop confidence, discipline, and soccer skills.
- Specialized Soccer Training ProgramsOffers targeted training initiatives including a U9–U11 Goalkeeper School teaching foundational techniques, Winter A and Winter B training sessions from November 2022 to April 2023, and free Talent ID sessions for youth players (U7–U12) to identify and develop potential.
- Structured Youth Soccer Training by Age and Skill LevelOperates tiered soccer programs for boys and girls by age and skill level, including U9–U12 foundational programs focused on teamwork and character, and advanced U13–U18 programs emphasizing tactical development, leadership, and personal accountability.
- Youth Soccer Development Programs for Young ChildrenProvides soccer development programming for children ages 2–6 through the Buffalo Stallions Youth Academy in partnership with Soccer Shots, and operates an eight-week soccer program for children ages 6–12, focusing on foundational skills, confidence, and enjoyment.
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Youth Sports Conduct Enforcement 1 activity
- Code of Conduct and Club Culture DevelopmentEstablishes and promotes a club culture centered on safety, respect, and dignity, including a parent code of conduct that emphasizes encouragement and respect for officials, opponents, and coaches during games.
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School Sports Booster Programs 1 activity
- Financial Assistance and Access Support for Youth PlayersProvides need-based financial assistance, scholarships, and tuition credits (up to $20 per approved volunteer hour) to reduce financial barriers and support access to soccer programs for youth in Western New York, with over $35,000 in aid distributed annually.
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Youth Sports Access and Equipment Support 1 activity
- Participant Benefits and IncentivesDistributes jerseys and provides free admission for one adult and one youth to the Buffalo Stallions NPSL home opener for each player enrolled in the program.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$764K
Contributions & grants$13K2%
Program service revenue$732K96%
Investment income$2K0%
Other revenue$17K
expenses
Total expenses$728K
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$217K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$199K
Cash$199K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$199K
Liquid reserves3.3 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +4.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KEVIN O'NEIL | SECRETARY | 40 | $50K |
| BRIAN CRIBBS | VICE PRESIDENT | 40 | $42K |
| RUDOLF POMPERT | MEMBER | 5 | $42K |
board members · 2
- DANIELLE SALASAVAGE — MEMBER
- WILLIAM VAN SLYKE — PRESIDENT
relationships · 22
Who they work with
- Austin Air Partner — Platinum Title Sponsor of the NPSL Men's Buffalo Stallions Team
- Bison Logo Partner — Partnered with Bison Logo for in-store pickup of apparel orders.
- Brian Cribbs Partner — Primary contact for Player Assistance applications and inquiries.
- Buffalo Stallions Partner — Provides jerseys and tickets to the NPSL home opener for participants in the North Tonawanda Stallions House League.
- Former players Partner — Support the success of the youth soccer league through contributions and involvement.
- Girls Academy League Network — Member organization participating in the Girls Academy League for youth female soccer development.
- Great Lakes Alliance Partner — Participates in the Great Lakes Alliance regional league for youth soccer competition.
- Greater Buffalo Physical Therapy Partner — Official athletic trainer and physical therapy team for both the NPSL men's team and the Buffalo Stallions Youth Academy
- MLS NEXT Network — Member club in MLS NEXT, a elite youth soccer development platform.
- National Premier Soccer League Network — Member organization within the National Premier Soccer League (NPSL)
- Parents of former players Partner — Support the success of the youth soccer league through contributions and involvement.
- Pro Buffalo Soccer Partner — Partner organization providing professional soccer programming and resources
- Soccer Shots Partner — Affiliated partner organization, likely supporting early childhood soccer programming.
- Soccer Shots Partner — Official youth development partner for ages 2–6 and jersey sleeve sponsor for the Buffalo Stallions Youth Academy
- Soccer.com Partner — Retail partner for the sale of team uniform kits.
- SportsPlex Inc Partner — Facility or operational partner supporting club activities.
- SportsPlex Inc Partner — Official Indoor Complex partner for the Buffalo Stallions NPSL and Youth Academy
- Supportive local business leaders Partner — Support the success of the youth soccer league through contributions and involvement.
- U.S. Soccer Network — Aligns player development methodology with U.S. Soccer principles.
- U.S. Soccer Network — Aligns program methodology with U.S. Soccer’s developmental framework.
- US Club Soccer Network — Member of the Great Lakes Alliance, a US Club Soccer sanctioned regional league.
- adidas Partner — Official apparel partner through the National Club Alliance, providing discounted gear and benefits to players and programs
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-Stage Aligned Trainingmethodology: age-stage developmental modelBy aligning training approaches with players' physical, cognitive, and emotional development stages, we optimize skill acquisition and long-term engagement, because age-appropriate methodology meets players where they are in their growth trajectory.
- Financial Access as Inclusion Strategymethodology: financial-access-inclusionBy reducing economic barriers through need-based financial assistance and volunteer-for-tuition models, we increase equitable access to youth soccer, because removing cost obstacles enables broader participation and talent development across socioeconomic groups.
- Player Ownership of Developmentmethodology: player ownership of developmentBy empowering players to take personal responsibility for daily technical training and skill growth, we foster self-driven improvement, because individual accountability builds discipline and long-term mastery more effectively than coach-dependent models.
- Youth Development Through Sportmethodology: character-development-through-sportBy using soccer as a structured vehicle, we develop youth character, sportsmanship, and personal growth, because participation in team sport provides consistent, values-based social and emotional learning opportunities.