Welcome to MLSA: Fostering Growth Through Soccer

At MLSA, we are committed to providing high-quality programs and resources designed to help players develop in all aspects of the game — technical, tactical, physical, and psychological.

We recognize that children engage in youth soccer for many different reasons, and our mission is to offer programs that inspire and energize every player, regardless of skill level. Our approach blends structure with freedom, ensuring that players experience a healthy balance between development and competition, while also enjoying unstructured playtime.

Our goal is to nurture not only soccer players but future coaches, passionate fans, and lifelong participants. We strive to educate and engage parents, promote sound soccer education, and foster a culture of respect, teamwork, and sportsmanship throughout the community. Whether as a player, coach, referee, or spectator, we believe in honoring the game and one another.

While we aim to compete at the highest level, our focus remains on the well-being of our kids and community. We provide opportunities for players of all ages and abilities, and we support the interests and pursuits of children beyond soccer. We believe that exposure to various activities helps prevent burnout and injury, while enhancing movement skills and promoting overall enjoyment.

At MLSA, we believe that youth sports offer invaluable life lessons. Teamwork, effort, responsibility, and commitment are key lessons we hope every player takes away from their experience. We also understand that children are influenced by the adults around them, so we set high standards for all involved in our organization, including board members, staff, coaches, and volunteers.

We place a strong emphasis on positive behavior from parents and fans, understanding that modeling patience, sportsmanship, and a positive attitude encourages intrinsic motivation, personal development, and, most importantly, enjoyment — rather than focusing solely on winning.

To achieve our mission, MLSA prioritizes the following:

• Long-term player development, respecting the natural differences in growth and development among children of the same age.
• Offering both recreational and competitive training and gameplay to meet the needs of all players, recognizing that every child is at a different stage of their development.
• Providing developmentally appropriate training sessions throughout the year.
• Offering year-round programs, including fall and spring seasons, with a focus on structured training and free play.
• Inspiring our coaches to continually enhance their soccer education.
• Fostering collaboration between parents and coaches to ensure a positive, motivating experience for every player.

Thank you for being part of the MLSA community, and welcome to "The Beautiful Game."