FRISCO, Texas (Jan. 7, 2025) – US Youth Soccer (USYS), the largest youth sport organization in the country, is thrilled to announce a multi-year partnership with BazookaGoal, the global leader in portable soccer goals. As the new official equipment partner of the USYS Game Format Project, BazookaGoal will be essential in the initiative’s focus of promoting small-sided soccer formats to foster creativity, skill development, and engagement among players, coaches, and clubs nationwide.
“BazookaGoal’s innovative equipment and commitment to grassroots development will help US Youth Soccer further its mission of providing world-class support, resources, and leadership to every member,” said USYS CEO Skip Gilbert. “The Game Format Project is a key initiative, and BazookaGoal’s pledge to provide each of the 18 member clubs with equipment is crucial to its success.”
USYS will also work alongside BazookaGoal in continuing to explore opportunities to expand the Game Format Project and develop new initiatives that enhance the small-sided experience for youth players across the country.
“This partnership with US Youth Soccer is a monumental step in our mission to make small-sided soccer more accessible and engaging for all,” said BazookaGoal Founder and Managing Director Anders Wennesland. “Together, we aim to inspire clubs, coaches, and players to embrace the transformative potential of small-sided formats, creating a more inclusive and dynamic soccer culture.”
BazookaGoal will be at the USYS Workshop in Chicago at the United Soccer Coaches Convention and will present Where Every Player Counts: Transforming the Future of U.S. Small-Sided Soccer Based on the European Success Model at 11:00 AM on Friday, January 10, in Room 175A. The session is open to all convention attendees.
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About US Youth Soccer
US Youth Soccer, the largest youth sport organization in the country, is on a mission to provide world-class support, resources, and leadership, helping every member fulfill their goals on and off the field of play. US Youth Soccer registers 2.68 million players annually. Through its programming, resources and leadership, US Youth Soccer is advancing the game for its 54 Member State Associations, 10,000 clubs and leagues and one million administrators, coaches, and volunteers. US Youth Soccer connects families and communities to the power of sports and its shared love of soccer. US Youth Soccer provides a path for every player, coach and referee offering programs that provide a fun, safe and healthy environment at every level of the game.
About BazookaGoal
BazookaGoal is the world’s leading supplier of portable soccer goals, trusted by professional academies and grassroots clubs worldwide. Known for their durability and innovative design, BazookaGoal products are revolutionizing the way soccer is played, making it accessible for players of all ages.
