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Sue Ryan to Receive the Charlotte Moran Long-Term Service Award For Youth Soccer

By Randy Vogt, Director of Public Relations, Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association

November 13, 2025-The Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) is very proud to announce that one of our longtime Olympic Development Program (ODP) coaches, Susan Ryan, will receive the United Soccer Coaches’ Charlotte Moran Long-Term Service Award for Youth Soccer. Sue will be honored at the United Soccer Coaches’ Awards Ceremony on January 16, 2026 in Philadelphia.

“This award has special meaning to me since it is named in honor of my mentor and friend, Charlotte Moran,” Sue said.

Another longtime Eastern New York ODP coach, John Fitzgerald, is being honored at the same ceremony with the Mike Berticelli Excellence in Coaching Education Award.

Sue is a former member of United Soccer Coaches’ board of directors, chair of the Advocacy Council and academy staff instructor. She was honored with the association’s Women’s Soccer Award of Excellence in 2011 and its Letter of Commendation in 2016.

The Stony Brook resident has served as the US Youth Soccer East Region Girls ODP Director for 36 years and has held leadership roles with United Soccer Coaches, including Chair of the Advocacy Council and the Women’s Committee. Appointed by the namesake of her most recent award, former ODP Administrator Charlotte Moran, Sue has consistently given back to the sport by coaching with the Northport/Cow Harbor Soccer Club, Stony Brook Soccer Club, Atlantic United Soccer Club, Long Island Junior Soccer League (LIJSL) Select Program, Eastern New York Girls ODP Program and East Region ODP.

Sue is Eastern New York ODP South Girls Director and currently coaching the team of South girls born in 2011.

“I have known Sue for over 20 years and we have been friendly competitors ever since,” explained Eastern New York ODP Director Wayne Fortino. “All the players and parents of Eastern New York ODP as well as myself are so lucky to have her as Girls Director of Coaching. In this role, she oversees the direction of the girls program as well as coaching one of the age groups. We’re extremely grateful for this and are very proud of her well-deserved award.”

As Eastern New York ODP coach, Sue suggested Phallon Tullis-Joyce transition from field player to goalkeeper and nearly two decades later, she is now keeper for Manchester United and the US Women’s National Team.

Sue coached the Stony Brook University women’s soccer team for three decades and her Seawolves became the first college team to win the New York Metro Intercollegiate Soccer Officials Association (NYMISOA) Sportsmanship Award twice, in 1997 and 2004. Sue coached the Northport/Cow Harbor Piranha to the Girls-Under-16 and Girls-Under-18 national championships just before the turn of the millennium.

Sue’s other honors and accolades include US Youth Soccer Youth Coach of the Year, Long Island Soccer Player Hall of Fame and Distinguished Educator, SUNY Cortland Alumni.

With over 100,000 youth soccer players––both boys and girls––and more than 25,000 volunteers, the non-profit Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) stretches from Montauk Point, Long Island to the Canadian border. Members are affiliated with 10 leagues throughout the association, which covers the entire state of New York east of Route 81. ENYYSA exists to promote and enhance the game of soccer for children and teenagers between the ages of 5 and 19 years old, and to encourage the healthy development of youth players, coaches, referees and administrators. All levels of soccer are offered––from intramural, travel team and premier players as well as Children With Special Needs. No child who wants to play soccer is turned away. ENYYSA is a proud member of the United States Soccer Federation and US Youth Soccer. For more information, please log on to http://www.enysoccer.com/

John Fitzgerald to Receive the Mike Berticelli Excellence in Coaching Education Award

By Randy Vogt, Director of Public Relations, Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association 

October 22, 2025-United Soccer Coaches has announced the selection of John Fitzgerald as the 2025 Mike Berticelli Excellence in Coaching Education Award recipient for his outstanding contributions to coaching education and his singular service to the game.

Fitzgerald becomes the 26th person to receive prestigious recognition from his peers. The award is named in honor of Mike Berticelli, the Association’s former Vice President of Education and men’s coach at the University of Notre Dame who passed away in 2000.

Fitzgerald is Sporting Director and Director of Coaching Education for the Long Island Junior Soccer League (LIJSL), the largest league in the Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA).

“This is a fitting recognition for someone whom has a profound effect on Coaching Education and the development of coaching standards across Long Island,” stated LIJSL President Andrew Seabury.  “There are not many coaches who coach in the LIJSL, both past and present, who have not benefitted from John’s influence and passion for the highest coaching education standards. This high honor is well deserved.”

Fitzgerald’s extensive experience and dedication to soccer make him a prominent figure in the coaching community, particularly on Long Island where he continues to influence the development of young players and the growth of the sport.

The Smithtown resident is a highly respected coach with over 35 years of experience spanning professional, collegiate and youth soccer. He is currently the head coach of the American Soccer Club New York, a newly established team competing in the National Premier Soccer League (NPSL). Fitzgerald brings an impressive depth of knowledge and a proven record of achievement to this position, having earned recognition throughout the New York soccer community.

“John embodies what the Berticelli Award is about and is truly deserving of this honor for his passion and dedication to coaching education,” United Soccer Coaches President Paul Payne explained.

John Fitzgerald coaching in Eastern New York’s Olympic Development Program.

Fitzgerald’s coaching journey includes several notable roles:

• Associate Head Coach, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy: In this role, Fitzgerald contributed to the team’s six NCAA Division 3 tournament appearances, helping the program achieve a strong reputation and consistent performance.

• Director of Coaching, New York Cosmos: Fitzgerald was responsible for overseeing training and player development programs. He also served as assistant coach for Cosmos B, who captured the 2015 NPSL national championship.

• Head Coach, Long Island Lady Rough Riders: Under his leadership, the Lady Rough Riders won a national championship in the W-League, further establishing his credentials.

• Longtime coach in Eastern New York’s Olympic Development Program (ODP), including Boys Director of Coaching.

• Current head coach of East Region ODP Boys 2009 team.

Fitzgerald has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to coaching. He was named the 2004 NSCAA/Adidas Northeast Regional Assistant Coach of the Year and the 1997 Newsday Coach of the Year, as well as head coach of that years’ Umbro W-League All-Star select team His involvement in coaching education includes serving as the NSCAA State Director for Long Island and as a National Staff Instructor as well as a US Soccer coach educator.  Fitzgerald’s teams have accumulated significant successes, including a record of 228-100-20 at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy as well as multiple conference championships and NCAA tournament appearances. 

The Berticelli Award will be presented at the association’s Awards Ceremony on Friday, January 16, 2026, in conjunction with the 86th Annual United Soccer Coaches Convention in Philadelphia.

With over 100,000 youth soccer players––both boys and girls––and more than 25,000 volunteers, the non-profit Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) stretches from Montauk Point, Long Island to the Canadian border. Members are affiliated with 10 leagues throughout the association, which covers the entire state of New York east of Route 81. ENYYSA exists to promote and enhance the game of soccer for children and teenagers between the ages of 5 and 19 years old, and to encourage the healthy development of youth players, coaches, referees and administrators. All levels of soccer are offered––from intramural, travel team and premier players as well as Children With Special Needs. No child who wants to play soccer is turned away. ENYYSA is a proud member of the United States Soccer Federation and US Youth Soccer. For more information, please log on to http://www.enysoccer.com/

Eastern New York Places 35 Players on the ODP Interregional Team

By Randy Vogt, Director of Public Relations, Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association

August 21, 2025-The Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) is very pleased to announce that 35 players from our Olympic Development Program (ODP) have been selected for the Interregional Team. 

The breakdown is as follows:
2008 Boys-Otoniel Umana Alvarez, Sean Mahoney, Anthony Salvador, Austin Sheehan, Christian Toto
2009 Boys-Matteo Kickasola, Carlos Morales
2010 Boys-Nicholas Gentile, Jaeden Coleman
2011 Boys-Luke Hildebrandt-Saez, Angelo O’Connor
2012 Boys-Noah DiCicco, Jesse Galdamez, Jacob Jachimowicz, Tyler Rafft, Noah Sweeney, Alasanne Zongo
2013 Boys-Luca Castagna, Elias Smith
2008 Girls-Abigail Gruner, Viviana Haley, Rose Poller, Ryann Zydor
2009 Girls-Abigail Woodruff
2010 Girls-Ashlee Ferriola, Maya Robbins-Pianka
2011 Girls-Carolina Purificato, Ava Vannostrand
2012 Girls-Molly Barrett, Nyah Fable, Sarai Horne, Isabelle Lui, Mia Masone, Calianna Robilotti, Olivia Santos

Jim Volpe stated, “As I ready myself for retirement as Eastern New York ODP Director, I’m proud to announce that 35 players have been selected for the East Regional teams in their age groups. Next February, these players will have the opportunity to be selected to the ODP National Team. Congratulations to all on their amazing achievements. I want to also congratulate new ODP Director Wayne Fortino on moving the program forward.”

ODP is a high-level supplementary program where players are guaranteed to be seen by national and regional coaches. Eastern New York boasts one of the strongest ODP programs in the country as recent national championships and the development of stars like Sam Coffey, Crystal Dunn, Claire Hutton, Phallon Tullis-Joyce and Joe Scally are a testament to the program’s excellence.

With over 100,000 youth soccer players––both boys and girls––and more than 25,000 volunteers, the non-profit Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) stretches from Montauk Point, Long Island to the Canadian border. Members are affiliated with 10 leagues throughout the association, which covers the entire state of New York east of Route 81. ENYYSA exists to promote and enhance the game of soccer for children and teenagers between the ages of 5 and 19 years old, and to encourage the healthy development of youth players, coaches, referees and administrators. All levels of soccer are offered––from intramural, travel team and premier players as well as Children With Special Needs. No child who wants to play soccer is turned away. ENYYSA is a proud member of the United States Soccer Federation and US Youth Soccer. For more information, please log onto http://www.enysoccer.com/

Alexandra Maniscalco Receives Eastern New York’s Cortlandt ODP College Scholarship

By Randy Vogt, Director of Public Relations, Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association

August 4, 2025-The Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) is pleased to announce that Alexandra Maniscalco of Rye Brook is receiving a scholarship through the Cortlandt ODP College Scholarship Program. ODP, short for the Olympic Development Program (ODP), is a high-level supplementary program where players are guaranteed to be seen by national and regional coaches. 

Alex graduated from Blind Brook High School and played club soccer for Connecticut FC in addition to ODP.

Alex wrote in her essay that “those who know me best would say I have a disproportionally high amount of empathy compared to my peers. I best exemplified this quality when I was recovering from my ACL and meniscus tears during my freshman year of high school.

During my multiple weekly physical therapy sessions, I learned that it was likely that I suffered this injury due to a predisposition that can be predicted by assessing certain physical characteristics. Upon understanding this, I knew instantly that I wanted to find a way to help others avoid suffering the same fate as me.

I located the patient outreach coordinator at the Hospital for Special Surgery and found that they offered a free preventive screening program. I then worked over several weeks to convince our high school Athletic Director to bring this program to our school. We met throughout the spring and summer and ultimately, each student was offered the opportunity to be screened for free for preventable injury as part of the fall sports enrollment process…

If I was able to help even one person, it was time well-spent.”

We wish Alex the best studying computer science at Boston College plus playing club soccer and other sports.

With over 100,000 youth soccer players––both boys and girls––and more than 25,000 volunteers, the non-profit Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) stretches from Montauk Point, Long Island to the Canadian border. Members are affiliated with 10 leagues throughout the association, which covers the entire state of New York east of Route 81. ENYYSA exists to promote and enhance the game of soccer for children and teenagers between the ages of 5 and 19 years old, and to encourage the healthy development of youth players, coaches, referees and administrators. All levels of soccer are offered––from intramural, travel team and premier players as well as Children With Special Needs. No child who wants to play soccer is turned away. ENYYSA is a proud member of the United States Soccer Federation and US Youth Soccer. For more information, please log on to http://www.enysoccer.com/

Andrew Lowenhar Receives Eastern New York’s Cortlandt ODP College Scholarship

By Randy Vogt, Director of Public Relations, Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association

August 5, 2025-The Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) is pleased to announce that Greenlawn’s Andrew Lowenhar is receiving a scholarship through the Cortlandt ODP College Scholarship Program. ODP, short for the Olympic Development Program (ODP), is a high-level supplementary program where players are guaranteed to be seen by national and regional coaches. 

Andrew played for Huntington Inter and the Amityville Soccer Club in youth soccer.

Andrew wrote in his essay, “The day the ODP Regional Camp list was released, my heart sank as my name wasn’t on it. I had played well at sub-regional tournaments, and my coaches and teammates had shown confidence in me. Yet my name was missing. I congratulated my teammates, hiding my disappointment.

Determined, I spoke with my coaches who pointed out that the other goalkeeper had played more decisively. I vowed that next year, there would be no doubt as I would work harder than ever. The off-season became my training ground of daily workouts, game film reviews and drills to improve my decision-making.

The following year, coaches noticed my progress but just before the second tournament, I injured my knee. I feared my season was over. Yet when the final list came out, my name was there. I had earned a spot at the Regional Camp and was later chosen for the Interregional Team and was named captain!

The year ended with my selection for the ODP National Team, a life-changing trip to Costa Rica and a lesson in perseverance.” 

We know that Andrew will do well studying and playing soccer at Connecticut College this fall.

With over 100,000 youth soccer players––both boys and girls––and more than 25,000 volunteers, the non-profit Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) stretches from Montauk Point, Long Island to the Canadian border. Members are affiliated with 10 leagues throughout the association, which covers the entire state of New York east of Route 81. ENYYSA exists to promote and enhance the game of soccer for children and teenagers between the ages of 5 and 19 years old, and to encourage the healthy development of youth players, coaches, referees and administrators. All levels of soccer are offered––from intramural, travel team and premier players as well as Children With Special Needs. No child who wants to play soccer is turned away. ENYYSA is a proud member of the United States Soccer Federation and US Youth Soccer. For more information, please log on to http://www.enysoccer.com/

ODP Tryouts Announced for the 2012, 2013 and 2014 Birth Years

By Randy Vogt, Director of Public Relations, Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association

July 23, 2025-The Olympic Development Program (ODP) is a high-level supplementary program where players are guaranteed to be seen by national and regional coaches. Players in the Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) ODP are evaluated based on Technique, Tactical Ability, Fitness/Athleticism, and Attitude. If selected, they train on Monday nights, and most of their competition comes through tournaments in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, across the USA and occasionally overseas.
The Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) boasts one of the strongest ODP programs in the country. Recent national championships and the development of stars like Sam Coffey, Crystal Dunn, Claire Hutton, Phallon Tullis-Joyce and Joe Scally are a testament to the program’s excellence.
Due to the large geographic area covered, the Eastern New York ODP is split into North and South regions.

Online registration fee: $45

On-site registration fee: $65


⚽ Tryout Schedule for Boys and Girls Born in 2012, 2013, and 2014

🔹 North ProgramBoys

  • Saturday, August 23
      8:30 AM – 10:00 AM at Afrim’s Sports Park, Colonie
  • Sunday, August 24
      8:30 AM – 10:00 AM at Capelli Sports Complex, Chester
      2:00 PM – 3:30 PM at Cantine Field, Saugerties

Girls

  • Saturday, August 23
      10:00 AM – 11:30 AM at Afrim’s Sports Park, Colonie
  • Sunday, August 24
      10:00 AM – 11:30 AM at Capelli Sports Complex, Chester
      3:30 PM – 5:00 PM at Cantine Field, Saugerties

🔹 South ProgramBoys

  • Saturday, August 23 at Queens College
      • 2014 Birth Year: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
      • 2013 Birth Year: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
      • 2012 Birth Year: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
  • Sunday, August 24 at ETA Soccer Park, Centereach
      • 2014 Birth Year: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
      • 2013 Birth Year: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
      • 2012 Birth Year: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
  • Monday, August 25 at Ellsworth Allen Park, Farmingdale
      • 2014 Birth Year: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
      • 2013 Birth Year: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
      • 2012 Birth Year: 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM

Girls

  • Saturday, August 23 at Queens College
      • 2014 Birth Year: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
      • 2013 Birth Year: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
      • 2012 Birth Year: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
  • Sunday, August 24 at ETA Soccer Park, Centereach
      • 2014 Birth Year: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
      • 2013 Birth Year: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
      • 2012 Birth Year: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
  • Monday, August 25 at Ellsworth Allen Park, Farmingdale
      • 2014 Birth Year: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
      • 2013 Birth Year: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
      • 2012 Birth Year: 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM

To register, click here.

Only one tryout required. Choose the location closest to you!

With over 100,000 youth soccer players––both boys and girls––and more than 25,000 volunteers, the non-profit Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) stretches from Montauk Point, Long Island to the Canadian border. Members are affiliated with 10 leagues throughout the association, which covers the entire state of New York east of Route 81. ENYYSA exists to promote and enhance the game of soccer for children and teenagers between the ages of 5 and 19 years old, and to encourage the healthy development of youth players, coaches, referees and administrators. All levels of soccer are offered––from intramural, travel team and premier players as well as Children With Special Needs. No child who wants to play soccer is turned away. ENYYSA is a proud member of the United States Soccer Federation and US Youth Soccer. For more information, please log on to http://www.enysoccer.com/

Eastern New York ODP Tryouts Announced for the 2012, 2013 and 2014 Birth Years

By Randy Vogt, Director of Public Relations, Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association

July 22, 2025-The Olympic Development Program (ODP) is a high-level supplementary program where players are guaranteed to be seen by national and regional coaches. Players in the Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) ODP are evaluated based on Technique, Tactical Ability, Fitness/Athleticism, and Attitude. If selected, they train on Monday nights, and most of their competition comes through tournaments in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, across the USA and occasionally overseas.

The Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) boasts one of the strongest ODP programs in the country. Recent national championships and the development of stars like Sam Coffey, Crystal Dunn, Claire Hutton, Phallon Tullis-Joyce and Joe Scally are a testament to the program’s excellence.

Due to the large geographic area covered, the Eastern New York ODP is split into North and South regions.

Online registration fee: $45

On-site registration fee: $65


⚽ Tryout Schedule for Boys and Girls Born in 2012, 2013, and 2014

🔹 North Program

Boys

  • Saturday, August 23
      8:30 AM – 10:00 AM at Afrim’s Sports Park, Colonie
  • Sunday, August 24
      8:30 AM – 10:00 AM at Capelli Sports Complex, Chester
      2:00 PM – 3:30 PM at Cantine Field, Saugerties

Girls

  • Saturday, August 23
      10:00 AM – 11:30 AM at Afrim’s Sports Park, Colonie
  • Sunday, August 24
      10:00 AM – 11:30 AM at Capelli Sports Complex, Chester
      3:30 PM – 5:00 PM at Cantine Field, Saugerties

🔹 South Program

Boys

  • Saturday, August 23 at Queens College
      • 2014 Birth Year: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
      • 2013 Birth Year: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
      • 2012 Birth Year: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
  • Sunday, August 24 at ETA Soccer Park, Centereach
      • 2014 Birth Year: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
      • 2013 Birth Year: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
      • 2012 Birth Year: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
  • Monday, August 25 at Ellsworth Allen Park, Farmingdale
      • 2014 Birth Year: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
      • 2013 Birth Year: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
      • 2012 Birth Year: 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM

Girls

  • Saturday, August 23 at Queens College
      • 2014 Birth Year: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
      • 2013 Birth Year: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
      • 2012 Birth Year: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
  • Sunday, August 24 at ETA Soccer Park, Centereach
      • 2014 Birth Year: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
      • 2013 Birth Year: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
      • 2012 Birth Year: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
  • Monday, August 25 at Ellsworth Allen Park, Farmingdale
      • 2014 Birth Year: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
      • 2013 Birth Year: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
      • 2012 Birth Year: 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM

🔗 To register, click here.

Only one tryout required. Choose the location closest to you!

With over 100,000 youth soccer players––both boys and girls––and more than 25,000 volunteers, the non-profit Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) stretches from Montauk Point, Long Island to the Canadian border. Members are affiliated with 10 leagues throughout the association, which covers the entire state of New York east of Route 81. ENYYSA exists to promote and enhance the game of soccer for children and teenagers between the ages of 5 and 19 years old, and to encourage the healthy development of youth players, coaches, referees and administrators. All levels of soccer are offered––from intramural, travel team and premier players as well as Children With Special Needs. No child who wants to play soccer is turned away. ENYYSA is a proud member of the United States Soccer Federation and US Youth Soccer. For more information, please log on to http://www.enysoccer.com/

Eastern New York Tabs Wayne Fortino as ODP Director

By Randy Vogt, Director of Public Relations, Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association 

May 29, 2025-The Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) is very pleased to announce that Wayne Fortino of Massapequa Park is the new Director of our Olympic Development Program (ODP). Wayne will be taking over for Jim Volpe, the Eastern New York Hall of Famer and ODP Director for the past 11 years, who is retiring.

“I’m honored to continue the amazing work of the outgoing ODP Director, Jim Volpe. Under his guidance, Eastern New York ODP has become one of the most respected and progressive programs in the country,” Wayne stated. “Jim’s tireless effort to make ODP more accessible and build an outstanding coaching staff is an incredible achievement.”

ODP is a high-level supplementary program where players are guaranteed to be seen by National and Regional coaches. Eastern New York ODP players try out and if selected, they train on Monday nights. Nearly all the games they play are in tournaments in New York, across the USA and sometimes even overseas. We have a particularly strong program as four current players on the US Women’s National Team––Sam Coffey, Crystal Dunn, Claire Hutton and Phallon Tullis-Joyce––and one on the US Men’s National team––Joe Scally––all were in Eastern New York ODP as teenagers.

“There is a good lineage of our ODP players going on to the US National Team program,” Wayne said. “Great for our kids to see somebody there that they can emulate.”

Wayne grew up in southwest England and came to the United States three decades ago to coach with NOGA Soccer. He has been coaching ever since in New York with top youth teams and spent seven years as an assistant with the St. John’s University women.

Despite growing up a very long kick from Manchester, he’s a lifelong and passionate Manchester City fan. Wayne explained, “I was watching Peter Barnes play for England on TV, liked the way that he played and since his club team was Man City, I became their supporter.”

Wayne is CEO of Quest Sports Travel, which helps American squads (including college teams) travel internationally to compete, and also does consulting work for student/athletes to help them move on to college soccer.

“I would like to continue to keep the access for everyone and continue to spread the word about ODP. Finding ways to educate all soccer families about the benefits of this wonderful program is important,” he explained. With this in mind, Wayne will be speaking at the Cosmopolitan Junior Soccer League (CJSL) Annual General Meeting on Wednesday night, June 26 at 7 pm at the Gjøa Clubhouse, 850 62nd Street in Brooklyn.

Wayne said, “The ODP coaching curriculum written by Adelphi men’s soccer coach Gary Book is exceptional. Our outstanding head coaches, John Fitzgerald with the boys and Sue Ryan with the girls, use it with our coaching staff to take a group of 25 kids who haven’t played together and develop a style of play. Eastern New York ODP’s style is possession-based, keeping shape and moving forward on the attack and when defending, press but also know when to drop.” 

“Winning is something we all want but Development is key and that word is even in the name, Olympic Development Program,” Wayne added.

For more info about Eastern New York ODP, please contact Wayne at wfortino@enysoccer.com

With over 100,000 youth soccer players––both boys and girls––and more than 25,000 volunteers, the non-profit Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) stretches from Montauk Point, Long Island to the Canadian border. Members are affiliated with 10 leagues throughout the association, which covers the entire state of New York east of Route 81. ENYYSA exists to promote and enhance the game of soccer for children and teenagers between the ages of 5 and 19 years old, and to encourage the healthy development of youth players, coaches, referees and administrators. All levels of soccer are offered––from intramural, travel team and premier players as well as Children With Special Needs. No child who wants to play soccer is turned away. ENYYSA is a proud member of the United States Soccer Federation and US Youth Soccer. For more information, please log on to http://www.enysoccer.com/

Apply For an ODP College Scholarship

By Randy Vogt, Director of Public Relations, Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association

April 17, 2025-The Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) is very pleased to announce that we are now accepting applications for the ODP College Scholarship Program. One boy and one girl will receive a scholarship. The criteria are:

  • Must be a high school senior.
  • Must be a current Eastern New York ODP player or have played Eastern New York ODP.
  • Must have a B average or higher.
  • Must plan on attending a school of higher education after high school graduation.
  • Must submit a 200-word essay on why you deserve this scholarship. (Essay must include name, address, phone number and e-mail address)

The application is linked here.

The entry deadline is June 30. ODP is the highest level of play in each state association and Eastern New York would particularly like to thank the Cortlandt Soccer Club for funding the scholarships.

With over 100,000 youth soccer players––both boys and girls––and more than 25,000 volunteers, the non-profit Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) stretches from Montauk Point, Long Island to the Canadian border. Members are affiliated with 10 leagues throughout the association, which covers the entire state of New York east of Route 81. ENYYSA exists to promote and enhance the game of soccer for children and teenagers between the ages of 5 and 19 years old, and to encourage the healthy development of youth players, coaches, referees and administrators. All levels of soccer are offered––from intramural, travel team and premier players as well as Children With Special Needs. No child who wants to play soccer is turned away. ENYYSA is a proud member of the United States Soccer Federation and United States Youth Soccer. For more information, please log on to http://www.enysoccer.com/

Eastern New York to Host the 5th Annual ODP Sub Regional in Colonie

By Randy Vogt, Director of Public Relations, Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association

February 26, 2025-The Olympic Development Program (ODP) is the highest level of play in each state association. The Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) has a particularly strong program and current US Women’s National Team players Sam Coffey, Crystal Dunn, Claire Hutton and Phallon Tullis-Joyce are all Eastern New York ODP alumnae.

Eastern New York is very pleased to announce that our 5th Annual ODP Sub Regional will take place on April 26 and 27 at Afrim’s Sports Park in Colonie. Hosting are the North and South Olympic Development Program (ODP) teams from Eastern New York. Because the geographic region of our state association is quite large, we feature both North and South ODP teams.

The Under-12 to Under-17 boys will be playing on Saturday, April 26 while the girls in those same age groups will be competing on Sunday, April 27. The other state associations playing are Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Jersey, New York West and Vermont.

“This is our fifth year of regional classification. College coaches and regional coaches will be scouting the players participating a month before the ODP Regional ID Tournament, making the coaches’ job a little easier in evaluating these great players,” explained Eastern New York ODP Director Jim Volpe.

For more info, please contact Jim Volpe at jvolpe@enysoccer.com

With approximately 100,000 youth soccer players––both boys and girls––and more than 25,000 volunteers, the non-profit Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) stretches from Montauk Point, Long Island to the Canadian border. Members are affiliated with 10 leagues throughout the association, which covers the entire state of New York east of Route 81. ENYYSA exists to promote and enhance the game of soccer for children and teenagers between the ages of 5 and 19 years old, and to encourage the healthy development of youth players, coaches, referees and administrators. All levels of soccer are offered––from intramural, travel team and premier players as well as Children With Special Needs. No child who wants to play soccer is turned away. ENYYSA is a proud member of the United States Soccer Federation and United States Youth Soccer. For more information, please log on to http://www.enysoccer.com/