Uniform Kit
Youth & DevelopmentThe mandatory package of gear parents must buy, usually including home/away jerseys, shorts, socks, and sometimes warm-ups and backpacks.
Related Terms in Youth & Development
Age Group (U-Level)
The classification of teams based on birth year. 'U10' stands for 'Under 10', meaning players must turn 10 or younger during that season cycle.
ODP (Olympic Development Program)
A US youth soccer program designed to identify and develop high-level players.
Kick and Run
A primitive style of play common in youth soccer where the strategy is simply to kick the ball far downfield and chase it.
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Latest Youth Soccer News and Articles
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.