About Us

Welcome to the web site of the Capital District Youth Soccer League. The league sponsors youth soccer play among 54 clubs in the east-central, and notheast parts of New York, Western Massachusetts, and Southwestern Vermont. As part of the US Youth Soccer, CDYSL belongs to the Eastern NY Youth Soccer Association.

CDYSL provides a healthy activity through its small sided games programs for the youngest players. These programs emphasize FUN, and de-emphasize winning at all costs. Every child is guaranteed playing time and the game is taught in a fun and enjoyable atmosphere.

For the player with advanced skills and greater ambition, highly competitive leagues and tournaments are available. This player might have his or her sights set on a college soccer scholarship or playing for the U. S. Olympic or National teams.

For all players, opportunities exist for league play, participation in local and regional tournaments, and statewide competition leading to a national tournament.

More than 7,000 players from 6 to 19 years of age participate in these competitions.

In addition CDYSL sponsors an outreach program for young athletes with disabilities (TOPSoccer).

Additional information about CDYSL can be found on the following pages:
Mission
History
Officers
Staff
Constitution and Bylaws
League Committees
Affiliations
Information for Prospective New Members