Vermont Soccer Assoc

Name

Vermont Soccer Assoc

Legal name

Vermont Soccer Association

Website

https://vermontsoccer.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Sports Association Services

NAICS

Spectator Sports (71121), Civic and Social Organizations (813410)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Amateur Sport Governing Bodies & Federations (National/Regional) (MPAKACAD)

Keywords

• Youth soccer governance
• Soccer league operations
• Coaching education
• Referee certification
• Youth sports programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Williston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Club Membership Fees: Annual membership fees from 40+ affiliated soccer clubs across Vermont
2. Registration Fees: Player, coach, and referee registration fees through GotSport platform for leagues, tournaments, and programs
3. Tournament and Event Fees: Registration fees for State Cup, Vermont Soccer Festival, and other tournaments. Fees range from $150-$200 per team depending on age group
4. Coaching Education: Revenue from coaching certification courses including Grassroots courses ($25), D License, C License, and United Soccer Coaches courses ($350)
5. Referee Certification: Annual referee certification fees ($85) and background check fees ($30 every 2 years) for USSF licensed officials
6. TOPSoccer Programs: Modest program fees ($15-$25) for adaptive soccer programs for children with disabilities

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Vermont Soccer Association operates as the official US Youth Soccer state affiliate governing youth soccer in Vermont, providing competitive leagues (Vermont Soccer League, Vermont Premier League), state tournaments and festivals (State Cup, Vermont Soccer Festival, Essex United Tournament), elite player development through the Olympic Development Program (ODP, ODP Juniors, VDP, Talent ID Centers), inclusive TOPSoccer programming for players with disabilities, US Soccer coaching certification courses, USSF referee certification and development programs, and an annual Awards Gala.

Product overview

Vermont Soccer Association offers a comprehensive suite of soccer programs and services across Vermont. The core offerings include competitive leagues (Vermont Soccer League, Vermont Premier League), state championships (Vermont State Cup, Vermont Soccer Festival), elite player development (ODP, ODP Juniors, VDP, Talent ID Centers), inclusive programming (TOPSoccer for players with disabilities), and professional development (Coaching Education and Referee Programs). Technology-enhanced offerings include the DarkHorse AI analytics platform for automated highlights and player development, and the Roundglass Living App for mental health support. The association serves over 7,000 players across 40+ member organizations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Vermont Soccer League (VSL) Primary youth soccer league operated by VSA providing structured competition with various divisions and age groups from U8 through U19, held in the fall and spring seasons in a positive, competitive environment promoting skill development, fair play, and good sportsmanship.
• Vermont Premier League Competitive youth soccer league operating in spring season providing higher-level play opportunities for Vermont teams.
• Vermont State Cup State qualifying tournament for the US Youth Soccer National Championship Series and Presidents Cup, open to U12-U19 teams, held annually at Tree Farm Recreational Facility. National qualifying pathway.
• Vermont Soccer Festival Non results-oriented youth soccer festival for U8-U14 teams emphasizing participation over competition, held twice yearly (spring and fall) with guaranteed games and family-friendly atmosphere.
• Essex United Tournament and Shootout Annual tournament open to U8-U19 teams held at Tree Farm Recreational Facility featuring competitive games and showcase opportunities.
• Vermont Olympic Development Program (ODP) Elite player identification and development program for U11-U17 players with 3-pillar approach: Identification, Development, and Competition. Includes training with top coaches and participation in showcase events and regional championships.
• ODP Juniors Developmental program for U9-U10 players, 7-week programs in three regional locations (Chittenden County, Southern Vermont, Northeast Kingdom) with 60 players per location per session. Launched fall 2025.
• Vermont Development Program (VDP) Fall training and identification platform serving as feeder into ODP pool, developed by John Curtis to expand Vermont player representation at regional and national events.
• TOPSoccer US Youth Soccer community-based adaptive program for children and young adults ages 4-21 with physical and/or intellectual disabilities. Creates fun, adaptive environment focused on player development rather than competition. Offered at three Vermont locations: Essex Junction, Woodstock, and Barre Town. Need-based scholarships available.
• Coaching Education Programs Comprehensive coaching certification pathway including US Soccer Grassroots courses (4v4, 7v7, 9v9, 11v11), D License, C License, Goalkeeper Diploma I and II ($65), and United Soccer Coaches High School Diploma ($350). Grassroots courses priced at $25 each.
• Referee Programs USSF official training and certification programs including Grassroots Referee certification ($85 annually), Advanced Referee clinic, Regional Emeritus certification ($75 annually), Mentor certification, and Assignor certification. Includes $30 background check fee every 2 years for those 18+. VSA supplies referees from recreational youth to professional levels.
• Talent ID Centers Year-round player identification events in partnership with clubs providing all players a platform to showcase growth and talent in front of state staff, expanding access and opportunity across Vermont.
• VSA Awards Gala Annual celebration event held each December recognizing achievements of clubs, teams, coaches, players, referees, and volunteers across Vermont with multiple award categories including Coach of the Year, Player of the Year, and Hall of Fame inductees. Tickets $25.

Quantifiable outcome

• Supporting over 7,000 youth players across 40+ organizations

Named customers2 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

AI capability5 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• NBT BankflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 21 April 2026NBT Bank serves as the Official Banking Partner of Vermont Soccer Association beginning in 2026. Partnership includes presenting sponsorship of the Spring Vermont Soccer Festival (the state's largest event), support for TOPSoccer and statewide programming, financial literacy education, and community engagement at major VSA events.
• National Life GroupcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 3 March 2026National Life Group is the Official Life Insurance Sponsor of Vermont Soccer Association beginning in 2026. The partnership supports mental health resources for players, coaches, and referees statewide, expands community programming in urban and underserved areas, and creates employee volunteer opportunities.
• Women and Girls in Soccer (WAGS)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 October 2025Collaboration on first-ever All-Female U.S. Soccer National B License Course. WAGS sponsors the $2,900 course fee reimbursement through Jill Ellis Scholarship Fund. Partnership includes 16 USCSA State Associations.
• USYS EuropeflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 May 2025Groundbreaking international partnership under US Youth Soccer umbrella focused on holistic player and coach development, person-first development philosophy, and strategic alignment for curriculum design and international exchange opportunities.
• RoundglassflagshipTechnology or Integration · 2 May 2025Statewide partnership providing free access to the Roundglass Living App offering meditation, nutrition, fitness, and emotional wellness resources for all members of Vermont's soccer ecosystem. Includes well-being workshops integrated into coaching and referee development programs.
• Champlain CablecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 April 2025Strategic partnership focused on empowering individuals, strengthening communities, and creating accessible opportunities. Includes educational and career resources, workforce pathway initiatives, and community development programs.
• QUICKPLAYcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 13 March 2025Equipment partnership providing exclusive pricing on soccer gear including training equipment, match balls, training vests, and goals for VSA teams, coaches, and affiliates. Supports promotion and growth of soccer through joint marketing efforts.
• Texas RoadhouseminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 5 March 2025Partnership providing greater access and opportunities across Vermont for communities, clubs, players, and referees. Texas Roadhouse supports community engagement and member experiences.
• DarkHorse AIflagshipTechnology or Integration · 19 February 2025Exclusive partnership bringing cutting-edge soccer analytics to player development, scouting, and recruitment. Provides automated highlight reels, performance tracking, unified player profiles, AI coaching board, and tactical awareness metrics.
• United States Consortium of State Associations (USCSA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 March 2024VSA joined USCSA as part of expansion bringing membership to 14 state associations representing 800,000+ players. Organization aims to integrate business strategies and shared resources to increase efficiency.
• VeocoreTechnology or Integration · 5 October 2023Video technology partnership providing $200 discount on Veo Cam 2 for all VSA members. AI-powered platform enables automatic ball and player tracking for video analysis and performance improvement.
• US Youth SoccerflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent organization - VSA is the official state affiliate of US Youth Soccer, the largest youth sport organization in the country and largest youth member of US Soccer Federation.
• DSG (Dick's Sporting Goods)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner logo displayed on VSA website as supporting sponsor.
• TruSoxminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner logo displayed on VSA website as supporting sponsor.
• Pursue IcelandminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner supporting VSA Coach/Referee/Leadership trip to Iceland scheduled for June 25-30, 2026.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Vermont Adult Soccer Association: State-level adult soccer body operating leagues in Vermont that VSA collaborates with on referee assignments; adjacent governance peer for the adult segment VSA's youth pipeline feeds into.

Direct peers

• Maine Youth Soccer Association: Small-population New England USYS state association with similar geographic and demographic constraints, providing a close size-and-region match for VSA's operating profile.
• Connecticut Junior Soccer Association: Larger New England USYS state affiliate running leagues, State Cup, ODP, and TOPSoccer — comparable governance structure and program mix, useful as an upper-bound scaling peer.
• New Hampshire Soccer Association: Another small New England US Youth Soccer state affiliate with comparable league, ODP, and coaching education programs; a like-for-like comparability benchmark for Vermont's scale.
• New York State Youth Soccer Association: Large-state USYS affiliate operating leagues, State Cup, ODP, and development programs across a similar program taxonomy — a scaled-up structural peer for benchmarking.
• Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association: Adjacent New England US Youth Soccer state affiliate operating leagues, ODP, TOPSoccer, coaching education, and referee certification — the most direct structural peer to VSA in the same USYS network.

Broad incumbents

• US Youth Soccer (USYS): National umbrella organization that VSA is an affiliate of; operates broader national championships and policy framework that defines the standards VSA delivers against.
• US Club Soccer: Alternative national youth soccer body offering league and competition pathways outside USYS; an indirect competitor for clubs and players in Vermont's market.
• American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO): National volunteer-based youth soccer organization providing recreational and competitive programming; a broader incumbent whose philosophy overlaps VSA's grassroots mission.
• United States Consortium of State Associations (USCSA): Consortium of state associations (VSA joined March 2024) that integrates business strategies and shared resources across 14 member states representing 800,000+ players — relevant as VSA's peer-cooperative.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@usyouthsoccer/about
• Facebookfacebook.com/VermontSoccerAssociation
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/vermont-soccer-assoc
• Xx.com/vermontsoccer

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Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

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