Albertson Soccer Club is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization based on Long Island (Eastern NY), running youth programs from Munchkins/Pre-K through Premier Travel and MLS Next levels. The club describes its mission as providing a positive soccer experience built on skill development, team participation and fun under its "Growth Through Good Sportsmanship" philosophy taught across coaches, referees, and parents. Ranked among top NY clubs in PitchRank state rankings, the organization trains at Wheatley High School, Mitchel Field, Harbor Links, and East Hills Park.
WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE US
Why families choose this club
Sportsmanship focus
Core player standards center on "Growth Through Good Sportsmanship," which is enforced through Player and Parent Contracts and a Zero Tolerance Policy on abusive behavior.
Clear player pathway
Young players develop through Munchkins and Intramurals before taking part in an open tryout process in third grade to join Travel and Premier Travel/ECNL teams.
Proven college commits
The club lists numerous alumni college commits and national team players, including several ECNL and USSF 90 alumni.
Inclusive special needs
The Albertson Kickers program provides free soccer for children ages 4-14 with special needs, supervised by a Certified Special Education Teacher and peer mentors.
PROGRAMS
Programs
The club pathway begins with Munchkins (Pre-K, born 2022-2023) and Intramurals (Kindergarten through 2nd/3rd grade), offers an optional Jr. Academy competitive program, and advances to Travel and Premier Travel (including ECNL and MLS Next) for 4th grade and up through U19. Travel team selection occurs via open tryouts in third grade, with team counts and coaching placements decided by the Travel Registrar and Board. During the fall season, Intramurals, Munchkins sessions, and Jr. Academy practices/festivals begin. In the spring season, third graders try out for Travel teams while Jr. Academy continues with practices and festivals. The club also runs Spring Break and Intramural Kick Off camps during vacation periods.
FallIntramurals, Munchkins sessions, and Jr. Academy practices/festivals begin.
SpringThird graders try out for Travel teams; Jr. Academy continues with practices and festivals.
SummerSpring Break and Intramural Kick Off camps offered.
Primary training locations: Wheatley High School, Mitchel Field, Harbor Links, East Hills Park
TUITION
Cost to play
Munchkins and Intramural programs cover 8 weekly sessions of instructional training, with Intramurals adding a weekly game, while Jr. Academy covers 16 practices plus 3 festivals per season. Travel team costs vary based on Classic or Premier level and weekly practice frequency, while the Albertson Kickers special-needs program is offered free of charge.
The club states its coaching staff consists of full-time coaching professionals rather than part-time parents, selected for their extensive experience and qualifications.
Experienced leadership
The staff is led by Director of Coaching Flavio Ferri, a former pro player and LI Rough Riders Head Coach.
Flavio Ferri
Director of Coaching
Former Pro Player and LI Rough Riders Head Coach, per the club site.
MISSION STATEMENT
Mission Statement
"Growth Through Good Sportsmanship" is the life lesson the club says it hopes to impart to players, taught through the behavior of all participants, coaches, referees, and parents.
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