Club Pass
Youth & DevelopmentA rule allowing a player rostered on one team within a club to play for another team in the same club (usually at a higher level) for a specific game.
Related Terms in Youth & Development
Play-Practice-Play
A coaching methodology promoted by US Soccer where a session starts with a game, moves to a focused drill, and ends with a game.
Small-Sided Games
Games played with fewer than 11 players (e.g., 4v4, 7v7, 9v9) on smaller fields to ensure young players get more touches on the ball.
USYS (US Youth Soccer)
The largest youth sports organization in the US, administering state associations and the ODP system.
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Latest Youth Soccer News and Articles
U.S. Soccer Federation and US Club Soccer Launch New Shared Services Partnership: What Parents Need to Know
January 14, 2026
Play Club Soccer Staff
The U.S. Soccer Federation has officially entered a new strategic relationship with US Club Soccer. This isn't just a press release; it is a move that could fundamentally change how the back-end of youth soccer operates.
The U.S. Girls Youth Soccer Pyramid: A Parent's Guide to League Tiers in 2025/2026
November 6, 2025
Play Club Soccer Staff
A parent's guide to understanding the tiered leagues in U.S. girls' youth soccer, from ECNL to recreational leagues.
Guide to the New MLS Next Divisions: MLS Next Homegrown and MLS Next Academy Divisions Explained
August 2, 2025
Play Club Soccer Staff
A clear breakdown of the different divisions within MLS NEXT, explaining the homegrown player rule and the academy structure.