Boot and Baller
Youth & DevelopmentSlang for a youth coach who simply tells kids to kick the ball long ('boot it') rather than teaching them how to play properly.
Related Terms in Youth & Development
Club Pass
A 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.
Tryouts
Annual events where players are evaluated by coaches to determine which team roster they will be placed on for the upcoming season.
Competitive (Comp) Soccer
The tier of soccer above recreational, involving tryouts, professional coaches, higher fees, and travel. Also known as Select or Travel soccer.
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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.
Youth Soccer Birth Year vs School Year Change Explained
August 1, 2025
Play Club Soccer Staff
The age group cut-off date is moving from a January 1st birth year to an August 1st school year system.