More Information about the United Soccer Coaches Convention:
January 10 – 14: Anaheim, CA
Only at the United Soccer Coaches Convention can you attend sessions crafted with your coaching level and desired topics in mind. Presented by world-class presenters, our collection of over 200+ lecture sessions and field demonstrations will offer every coach something to bring back to their own training sessions. With socials, awards ceremonies, and an expansive exhibit hall, you can build your network with coaches from across the nation.
The combined convention appeals to the entire soccer community as US Youth Soccer brings the annual US Youth Soccer Workshop to the United Soccer Coaches Convention.
Coaching Education
Only at the Convention can you attend sessions crafted with your coaching level and desired topics in mind. Presented by experienced soccer coaches and administrators, our collection of over 200 lecture sessions and field demonstrations offer the opportunity to better yourself as a coach and leader.
Networking
Build your network of support with coaches from across the country all in one location. The Convention features socials, meal functions, and award ceremonies that allow attendees to make lasting connections with other coaches and administrators.
Exhibit Hall
Scope out the latest in uniforms, equipment, and technology by visiting the Exhibit Hall. Featuring vendors from all corners of the soccer landscape, attendees can meet with representatives, test out products, and find solutions to assist with daily coaching and administrative duties.
Future Dates and Locations
January 8-12, 2025: Chicago, IL
More Information about the US Youth Soccer The Ball:
Welcome to The Ball (formerly known as the awards gala)! This year’s event will be hosted in the Hilton Anaheim as we honor the 2023 Regional and National award winners.
A highlight of the US Youth Soccer Workshop is the US Youth Soccer awards event.
Seeking to expand the recognition for those who give their time and efforts to the organization by way of service, US Youth Soccer awards and recognizes those individuals at the annual ceremony.
At the 2024 The Ball, the 16th class of Boys and Girls Competitive and Recreation Coach of the Year, Administrator of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Male and Female Young Referees of the Year, Goal and Save of the Year, and the TOPSoccer Buddy and Coach of the Year. In addition, the Dr. Thomas Fleck Award and newest US Youth Soccer Hall of Fame Class will be inducted.
Date and Location
Friday, January 12, 2024
6:30 p.m., PST
Hilton Anaheim
Attendee Information
Information coming soon!
Award Nomination Forms
Information coming soon!
2022 Award Winners
Congratulations to the 2022 winners:
Lin Hurley – Florida: TOPSoccer Coach
Dylan Millspaugh – North Texas: Young Male Referee
Rebecca Greenberg – Florida: Young Female Referee
Zoe Lam – Wyoming: TOPSoccer Buddy
Constance Smith – North Texas: Boys Competitive Coach
Stephen De Garavilla – Massachusetts: Boys Recreation Coach
Roger Friedman – Virginia: Girls Competitive Coach
Matt Heeren – Missouri: Girls Recreation Coach
Sheila Eifert – Ohio: Administrator of the Year
Jason Targoff – Massachusetts: Volunteer of the Year
