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Western New York Flash

Elma, NY

About the Club

Western New York Flash (WNY Flash) is a premier youth soccer organization based in the Western New York region, serving communities across Buffalo, Rochester, and surrounding areas. Established in 1996, the club has built a robust foundation in player development over nearly three decades. WNY Flash serves boys and girls from U7 through U19, with tailored programs for various skill levels and developmental stages. The club emphasizes a holistic approach, combining technical training, tactical awareness, and character building to foster lifelong passion for the sport. A key distinguishing feature is its direct ties to professional soccer pathways, drawing from the legacy of the original WNY Flash professional team that competed in the National Women's Soccer League. WNY Flash operates a comprehensive academy system that integrates elite coaching and state-of-the-art facilities to maximize player potential. Their top teams compete in high-level leagues including ECNL, NPL, and USYS National League, providing exposure to national competitions and scouting opportunities. The club has a proven track record of advancing players to collegiate programs and professional contracts, with alumni contributing to Major League Soccer and international teams. WNY Flash also prioritizes inclusivity through scholarships and outreach initiatives to ensure broad access to competitive soccer in the region.

Leagues

Age Groups

U5
U6
U7
U8
U9
U10
U11
U12
U13
U14
U15
U16
U17
U18
U19

Programs

Boys
Girls
Travel
Programs & Cost / Fee Struture

* Cost information is not official and is for reference only. Please visit the club's official website or contact the club directly for more information.

ECNL

Age Group: U14-U18

Commitment: Full Year

Club Fee: $2,450

Pre-ECNL

Age Group: U13

Commitment: Full Year

Club Fee: $2,150

Youth Academy

Age Group: U11-U12

Commitment: Full Year

Club Fee: $1,650

Youth Academy

Age Group: U10

Commitment: Full Year

Club Fee: $1,550

Youth Academy

Age Group: U8-U9

Commitment: Full Year

Club Fee: $1,150

House League

Age Group: U4-U10

Commitment: 5-week program

Club Fee: $125

Locations, Fields, & Facilities
Flash Fields -, Surface: Turf with lights, 6831 Seneca Street, Elma, NY 14059
Sahlen's Sports Park -, 7070 Seneca St, Elma, NY 14059
West Seneca Soccer Complex -, 3747 Seneca St, West Seneca, NY 14224
EMW Fields -, 7100 Seneca Street, Elma, NY 14059
Lincoln Park Athletic Complex -, 1200 Parker Blvd, Tonawanda, NY 14223
Forest Elementary School -, 250 N Forest Rd, Buffalo, NY 14221
ECC North – Erie Community College North -, 6205 Main St, Williamsville, NY 14221
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