Leaders In Youth Sports Conference Presented by 431 Sports & SOCCER.COM

Best Practice Sharing
Leadership Circles
Key Note Speakers
Socials & Networking

What Members are saying

Crystal Cremers

Kelowna City FC Academy | British Columbia | Canada

"What an awesome experience connecting and collaborating with other club leaders. We are excited to implement our 90 day strategy. Looking forward to next year."

Frank DeMarco

Arlington Soccer Association | VA | USA

"I had the pleasure of attending the IYSL Conference on Best Practices and Leadership Development in Youth Sports, and it was an incredibly enriching experience. The conference excelled in bringing together a diverse group of leaders from the youth sports community, offering unparalleled opportunities for networking and knowledge exchange."

Kevin Cassidy

Ninja Nation | NC | USA

"The intentionality of every minute, the relevancy of each presentation, and the collaboration with leaders in the space made IYSL the best conference I've ever attended."

Andrew Wagstaff

Liverpool FC | MI | USA

"That was one of the best conferences I've been to in years. The quality of the speakers was outstanding, and the topics really resonated. What made it truly memorable, though, were the engaging, interactive challenges and the incredible people – both great leaders and genuinely warm individuals."

Katharine Eberhardt

NCFC Youth | NC | USA

"IYSL conference provided a great opportunity to network and learn from like-minded club leaders and experts from across the country who all want to improve for the betterment of their respective players and clubs."

Mark Ryan

Loudoun Soccer

"I had a fantastic time at the IYSL conference. The freedom to express challenges and success stories with fellow leaders in the industry is invaluable. The ability to network and seek out new ideas away from the daily hustle of youth sports."

Alex Barnetson

Coquitlam Metro-Ford Soccer Club | British Columbia | Canada

"More content, connections and insights ever received in 1.75 day conference backed with extensive insights and reference materials."

Kristen Strain

NC Fusion | NC | USA

"The intentionality of the player cards, leadership circles, presentations, guided discussions and social events was next level."

Andrew Hammer

Bulls Soccer Club | GA | USA

"This conference was one of the best youth sports conferences I have ever been at. The speakers were amazing. First class all the way. Made some great new friends and connections."

Interested in the next IYSL Leadership Conference?

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Conference Overview

  • Attended by Youth Sports top performing Executives
  • 2 day - 2 night event
  • Intimate setting with limited number of delegates
  • Short presentations followed by Leadership Circle discussion groups
  • Access to the latest best practice in youth sports research
  • Presenters are current Leaders of Youth Sports Clubs
  • Every attendee expected to share details of their clubs Best Practices
  • All delegates must pass an On-Boarding Interview to ensure high quality and collaboration
2025 Conference Agenda

Why Reserve a Place?

  • Exclusive: Only 120 seats: Reserved seats for top performing Leaders in youth sports.
  • Action Plans: Leave every workshop with a concrete list of action items tailored to your club’s needs.
  • One of a Kind Event: The best event or your money back!
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers, build relationships, and collaborate with other executives from youth sports clubs worldwide.
  • Best Practices: All Leaders are keen collaborators willing to share their best practices.
  • On-Boarding: IYSL goes to extraodinary effort to know who you are and what you need before you arrive at the conference.
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This is more than just a conference—it's a unique learning and teaching experience tailored specifically for youth sports club leaders like you.

✅ Immersive Workshops: Tackle the real challenges of leadership and management through hands-on sessions designed to meet your needs.

✅ Unparalleled Networking: Connect with industry peers and thought leaders who are shaping the future of youth sports. Exchange insights, strategies, and experiences that have propelled successful clubs to new heights.

✅ Cutting-Edge Best Practices: Learn about innovative approaches that are transforming the industry. Our workshops are practical and actionable, ensuring you leave with a concrete plan ready for immediate implementation.

VIP's Only - Criteria for selection:

  • Leaders are selected for the exceptional value they bring to others and the exponential benefits they will gain from interacting with fellow high-caliber leaders.
  • Must have a proven track record in youth sports club leadership.
  • Must be current executive leader in a sports club.
  • Must have a passion for both teaching and learning.