the JSL: the Junior Soccer League.

JSL: Junior Soccer League Welcome to the JSL: the Junior Soccer League.
The JSL has been developed for like-minded programs looking to build from the
grassroots to the travel/academy programs. The JSL has been generated to
create a network between programs within the region to develop relationships
while offering a soccer experience for the players and parents.
Over four years we have seen growth of the JSL. Girls and Boys ages 6-12 (two
age groups) have participated in festivals held throughout Central Pennsylvania.
What is a festival? Festivals are mini round robin games played in a 4v4 format
with Pugg goals without parental influence and referee’s getting in the way of
kids experimenting with the game. Typically it takes about two hours in which the
kids of each program play a mini-tournament against other programs who feel
that at this developmental age, training is more important while games allow for
the kids to put in motion what they have learned.
How do I get teams to play in the JSL?
Simply contact the Director of the JSL Ryan Veltri (LWS Soccer Academy) at
[email protected]
Past Participating Clubs:
Bellefonte, Huntingdon, West Branch (Lock Haven), Philipsburg-Osceola, Penn
United (State College) and Balls Mills Soccer Club (Williamsport), Lycoming
United S.C. (Williamsport) and LWS Soccer Academy (Lock Haven)
We are looking to expand to the West and East (Williamsport to Mifflin County)
and beyond.
Program benefits:
-Supported by USClub Soccer
-Host Festivals at your locations
-2-3 Festivals per season (Fall and Spring) on Saturday
-Two separate groups, a U9 and U12 on same day
-Game format geared toward development while enjoying playing against other programs
-Emphasis on fun and enjoyment
-No scores or records kept
-Local programs networking while soccer players and families can make connections outside of
their own town
-Penn United will offer coaching support and parent education
The JSL has been developed through Penn United Soccer Academy (PUSA)
www.pusasoccer.org
Potential Festival Dates:
Saturday, May 16th 4:00 State College (Fairbrook Park)
Saturday, May 30th 4:00 Huntingdon (Grugan Fields)
*If interested in hosting the event contact the Director of JSL Ryan Veltri