Kick and Run
Youth & DevelopmentA primitive style of play common in youth soccer where the strategy is simply to kick the ball far downfield and chase it.
Related Terms in Youth & Development
Discovery Player
A term used in elite leagues (like ECNL) for a player who is not a full-time member of the club but is brought in to play specific games.
NCAA Eligibility Center
The organization that certifies whether high school athletes are academically valid to play college sports in the US.
Academy
A youth development program run by professional clubs to train young players with the aim of promoting them to the senior team.
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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.