HARRISON, N.J. (12/18/2024) – The New York Red Bulls announced today a Youth Development partnership with Elmont Youth Soccer Club to operate all aspects of the club’s youth soccer program.
As a result of the partnership, the Red Bulls will provide Elmont YSC with a complete club development program. Benefits will include onsite Red Bulls coaching staff, curriculum and RED Print access, player clinics, team training, coach education workshops, and a training camp.
“We are excited to join with Elmont Youth Soccer Club to deliver unparalleled support and development to its members,” said Dimitri Serrano, Regional Manager of Red Bulls Youth Programs. “The vision, mission, and objectives of Elmont YSC are closely aligned to the core values of Red Bull Youth Programs and our approach to development. Having alignment on these core values provides a strong foundation for a very successful long-lasting partnership that connects the youth soccer community in New York City to the professional game for many years to come.”
“We are thrilled for our players, their families, and the entire Elmont Youth Soccer Club community as we embark on this exciting journey with the New York Red Bulls organization,“ said Milton Barber, Vice President of Elmont Youth SC. "This partnership represents a tremendous opportunity for the growth and development of our players.”
The grassroots partnership provides Elmont Youth Soccer Club a unique opportunity to partner with a leading Major League Soccer team and benefit from an extensive range of youth soccer expertise.
The initiative will also help connect young players to the professional game. As part of the curriculum, players are actively encouraged to watch soccer games and, through a special offer, are provided with the opportunity to attend a live professional match at Sports Illustrated Stadium, a state-of-the-art soccer stadium, located in Harrison, N.J. and home to the New York Red Bulls
About the New York Red Bulls Player Development System
The New York Red Bulls maintain one of the premier youth development programs in the United States, committed to identifying and developing talent in the tri-state area. The Red Bulls Player Development System is a multi-layered program that provides professional support at all levels of the game. Each level of the player development pyramid has been structured to provide the best development opportunities to players, coaches, and youth soccer organizations. Within the local community, programs are offered for players of all ages and abilities. For players with outstanding ability, there is an opportunity to progress from the grassroots Training Programs to the Regional Development School, then on to the Academy Teams and, ultimately, to the Red Bulls professional team. Red Bulls Academy teams are consistently ranked among the top programs in the nation. Red Bulls players make regular appearances in U.S. Soccer Youth National Teams and NCAA Division I programs. For more information about Red Bulls Academy and training programs, visit https://www.newyorkredbulls.com/youth/
