Missouri Youth Soccer Association, Inc.

What Missouri Youth Soccer Association, Inc. does

Missouri Youth Soccer Association, Inc. (MYSA) is a private nonprofit state sports association founded in 1981 and headquartered in St. Charles, Missouri. It operates as the official state affiliate of US Youth Soccer and a member of the US Soccer Federation, with responsibility for implementing federation-level programs, policies, and competitions across the state of Missouri through a network of 90+ affiliated clubs serving more than 32,000 registered youth players and over 5,000 coaches and administrators.

MYSA's core product is not a single software offering but a portfolio of programs and competitions delivered through its affiliate ecosystem. Key offerings include the Missouri State Cup, Missouri Presidents Cup, the National 1 League (where MYSA is the elected Central Conference District 2 Operator), CD-2 Pathway Leagues, the Missouri Olympic Development Program (ODP), TOPSoccer for players with disabilities, a Player Development Curriculum for recreational leagues, Futsal, coaching education and certification, the MYSA College Camp Guide, and SafeSport child-protection programming. The National 1 League represents the top tier of team-based youth soccer competition following the merger of US Club Soccer's National Premier Leagues with US Youth Soccer's National League, integrated with ECNL for postseason play beginning summer 2027.

Underlying technology consists of third-party registration and member-management platforms rather than proprietary systems. MYSA uses GotSport for competitive player registrations and official roster management, will transition Missouri ODP to PlayMetrics for the 2026-2027 cycle (from Crossbar), and runs its website on SportsEngine's Sports Relationship Management software. MYSA generates revenue through affiliate membership and registration fees (passing through GotSport), ODP program fees ($325 early-bird or $375 standard per player), ODP summer camps ($125 per participant), league and tournament sanctioning and operations, and corporate sponsorships. The central staff is small (1-10 employees), with operational reach delivered primarily through the affiliate club network.

Name

Missouri Youth Soccer Association, Inc.

Legal name

Missouri Youth Soccer Association, Inc.

Website

https://missourisoccer.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Missouri Youth Soccer Association (MYSA) is a private nonprofit state affiliate of US Youth Soccer that governs, sanctions, and operates competitive leagues, ODP talent identification, coaching education, and recreational programs for 90+ member clubs and 32,000+ youth players across Missouri.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Sports Governance

NAICS

Business Associations (813910), Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Amateur & Grassroots Sport Associations (Community/Youth Governing Orgs) (MPAKAFAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth & Scholastic Sports Organizations (K–12, AAU, Club Leagues) (MPAKACAF), Youth Athlete Development & Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) (HSADAEAE), Arts, Sports & Recreation-Based Youth Development Nonprofits (BPAGADAJ)

Keywords

• Youth soccer programs
• Soccer league operations
• Olympic development program
• Coaching education
• Recreational soccer

Headquarters

HQ city

St. Charles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Membership and Registration Fees: MYSA generates revenue through registration fees paid by players, coaches, and administrators affiliated with its 90+ member organizations. Player registrations for competitive play begin in GotSport, with background checks and other administrative fees collected through the registration process.
2. ODP Program Fees: The Missouri Olympic Development Program charges program fees for participation: $375 standard registration, $325 early bird rate through June 30, 2026. ODP Summer Camps are offered at $125 per participant.
3. League and Competition Operations: As the elected operator for National 1 League Central Conference District 2, MYSA generates revenue from league operations including team registrations and event management for pathway leagues.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Missouri Youth Soccer Association (MYSA) is the official US Youth Soccer state affiliate for Missouri, administering and governing youth soccer programs through 90+ affiliated clubs. It operates competitive leagues and tournaments (Missouri State Cup, Presidents Cup, National 1 League Central Conference District 2, CD-2 Pathway Leagues, sanctioned club tournaments), runs the Missouri Olympic Development Program (ODP), delivers coaching education and SafeSport training, and offers recreational and inclusive programs such as TOPSoccer and Futsal.

Product overview

Missouri Youth Soccer Association (MYSA) is a state sports association offering a comprehensive portfolio of youth soccer programs rather than a single software product. The core offerings include competitive leagues and tournaments (Missouri State Cup, Presidents Cup, National 1 League, CD-2 Pathway Leagues), player development programs (ODP, Player Development Curriculum, TOPSoccer for players with disabilities), coaching education, and administrative services. Programs are supported by registration platforms GotSport, PlayMetrics, and SportsEngine for member management and website operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Missouri State Cup State-level championship competition for MYSA-affiliated clubs, serving as the primary pathway to the US Youth Soccer National Championship Series.
• Missouri Presidents Cup Competitive tournament offering teams an additional opportunity to compete at the state level, with advancement to regional and potentially national competitions.
• National 1 League (N1) Central Conference District 2 Top-tier national league competition resulting from the merger of US Club Soccer's National Premier Leagues and US Youth Soccer's National League, with ECNL postseason structure. MYSA serves as the elected operator for the Central Conference District 2.
• CD-2 Pathway Leagues League competitions managed by MYSA as part of the National 1 League structure, providing competitive pathways for youth soccer teams.
• Missouri Olympic Development Program (ODP) State-level talent identification and development program that selects and trains top youth players for regional and national ODP competitions, including camps and international events. Standard registration $375 per player for the 2026-2027 cycle; $325 early bird rate through June 30, 2026.
• TOPSoccer The Outreach Program for Soccer - a recreational sports program for children and adults with intellectual, emotional, or physical disabilities, offered through MYSA-affiliated clubs.
• Coaching Education Programs providing coaching courses, certifications, and ongoing education resources for MYSA coaches at all levels.
• SafeSport Child safety program required for all coaches and administrators, providing abuse prevention training and background check requirements.
• Futsal Indoor small-sided soccer variant offered as a seasonal program for skill development and off-season training.
• Sanctioned Club Tournaments Approved competitive tournament events sponsored by MYSA-affiliated clubs that meet state association sanctioning requirements.
• Player Development Curriculum Structured coaching and player development framework for recreational leagues, providing age-appropriate training methodologies and curriculum resources.
• MYSA College Camp Guide Centralized statewide resource featuring college soccer camps from programs throughout Missouri, helping players and families explore collegiate opportunities with registration information and college coaching staff connections.

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Partnerships

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

• US Youth SoccercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUS Youth Soccer is the national parent organization of which MYSA is the official state affiliate. MYSA implements US Youth Soccer programs, policies, and services at the state level and participates in national competitions including National Championships, Presidents Cup, and ODP.
• US Soccer FederationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMYSA is a member of the US Soccer Federation. US Soccer sets standards including age group formation changes (transitioning from calendar-year to school-year matrix for 2026/27 season) and referee abuse prevention policies.
• National 1 League (N1)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMYSA was elected as the League Operator for National 1 League Central Conference District 2. N1 is the top team-based competition resulting from the merger of US Club Soccer's National Premier Leagues and US Youth Soccer's National League, integrated with ECNL.
• Elite Clubs National League (ECNL)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerECNL serves as the postseason structure for National 1 League. The ECNL Conference League Playoffs will welcome top-performing teams from N1 beginning summer 2027.
• NB SoccerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of Missouri Youth Soccer Association visible on the website sponsors section.
• Soccer.comminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of Missouri Youth Soccer Association visible on the website sponsors section.
• Traveling TeamsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner for club travel and tournament logistics. Logo appears on MYSA website sponsors section.
• St. Louis Children's Hospital / Young Athlete CenterminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHealthcare partner supporting youth athlete wellness and development. Young Athlete Center linked as a resource on MYSA website.
• Missouri Soccer ParkminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFacility partner for soccer operations. Logo appears on MYSA website sponsors section.
• Wilson TrophyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTrophy and awards supplier for Missouri soccer competitions. Logo appears on MYSA website sponsors section.
• Let em Play / Sportsmanship.orgminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner promoting good sportsmanship in youth soccer. Logo appears on MYSA website sponsors section.
• DICK'S Sporting GoodsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRetail sponsor providing special offers and advertising on MYSA website.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Indiana Youth Soccer Association: Indiana's official US Youth Soccer state affiliate, operating the same model as MYSA: state-level governance, ODP, State Cup/Presidents Cup competitions, and coaching education across affiliated clubs serving tens of thousands of players.
• US Club Soccer: National youth soccer organization that operated the National Premier Leagues prior to the N1 merger with USYS; competes for top-tier clubs and league participation, making it a direct counterparty in MYSA's competitive landscape.
• Elite Clubs National League (ECNL): Top-tier national girls' youth soccer league whose ECNL Conference League Playoffs integrate with the National 1 League postseason beginning summer 2027; competes for elite clubs and directly shapes MYSA's pathway structure.
• Illinois Youth Soccer Association: Illinois's US Youth Soccer state affiliate governing a comparable portfolio of competitive leagues, ODP, TOPSoccer, and coaching courses through affiliated clubs - directly parallel structure and mission to MYSA.
• AYSO (American Youth Soccer Organization): National volunteer-based youth soccer organization that competes for recreational players and families through a parallel but non-USYS-affiliated structure; addresses overlapping customer segments in Missouri.
• Ohio Youth Soccer Association: Ohio's official state affiliate under US Youth Soccer, operating ODP, State Cup, Presidents Cup, and recreational programs for affiliated clubs - structurally and operationally analogous to MYSA.

Regional players

• Iowa Youth Soccer Association: Neighboring Midwest US Youth Soccer state affiliate operating an identical ODP, State Cup, and coaching model; comparable in scope though not directly competitive.
• Kansas Youth Soccer Association: Neighboring US Youth Soccer state affiliate serving Kansas with the same ODP, State Cup, and coaching programs; comparable structure though operating in a separate geographic market.

Broad incumbents

• US Youth Soccer: National parent body of which MYSA is a state affiliate; sets the policy framework, national championships, and ODP pipeline that MYSA implements at the state level.
• US Soccer Federation: National governing body for soccer in the United States, of which MYSA is a member; establishes age-group rules, SafeSport policy, and referee abuse prevention standards that MYSA executes locally.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/MOyouthSoccer
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@moyouthsoccer
• Facebookfacebook.com/MOYouthSoccer
• Instagraminstagram.com/moyouthsoccer
• TikToktiktok.com/@moyouthsoccer
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/missouri-youth-soccer-assoc-inc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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