The mission of the Easton Youth Soccer League is to promote the game of soccer in the town of Easton. In promoting the game of soccer, we will work to develop our player's technical ability, and strive to install the values of teamwork, self-confidence, dedication, and sportsmanship. Our Fall Program will be designed as a recreation league, with an emphasis on maximizing participation, developing fundamental skills, and promoting the enjoyment of the game. Our Spring Program will be centered on developing advanced technical and tactical skills, requiring a significant level of commitment, and with an emphasis on succeeding in a highly competitive environment. The Easton Youth Soccer League (EYSL) is a non-profit organization that has been providing youth soccer since 1976 In Easton, Massachusetts. EYSL currently has over 1,100 players aged 4 to 19 participating in league play in the fall, spring and in various clinics offered throughout the year. EYSL is affiliated with the Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association (MYSA) and the United States Youth Soccer Association (USYSA). EYSL is devoted to the d evelopment of player skills, having both a formal Player Development Curriculum and a professional Director of Coaching. EYSL is run by a volunteer board of directors that usually meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month. All are welcome to attend, either as an interested party or prospective member. Please check the EYSL News for the exact date, time and location. EYSL has historically taken an active role in the building and maintenance of all the playing fields at the Oliver Ames/Parkview complex. EYSL offers 2 major programs - A fall recreational program for players in grades K-10 that plays on Saturday in the fall; and a spring competitive travel program for players aged U8 - U19 that plays in the South Shore Soccer League on weekends in the spring. In addition to the 2 core programs, EYSL offers opportunities for refereeing for interested parties aged 11 and older, a Fall Pre-K and Spring Pre-K soccer programs (both for ages 4 & 5), an in-house Spring Developmental League for players K-2nd grade, and, since 1981, a Summer Soccer Camp/Clinic for players aged 5-12. EYSL also offers scholarships for graduating seniors who have participated in the EYSL. There are also various coaching and player clinics offered throughout the year. Please click on the links to the left for further details on the programs offered by EYSL. |