Overview

The Junior Rough Riders is a year-round youth development program. Integrated with the Rough Riders men and women’s soccer franchise, the Junior Rough Riders is designed for talented youth players destined for collegiate, professional or international careers. Individuals who are chosen for the Junior Rough Riders become part of an elite player community called the Long Island Rough Riders. This community represents the best youth players on Long Island.

HISTORY

The Rough Riders are Long Island’s leading youth development organization! Since their inception in 1994, the Rough Riders Men’s and Women’s Team have consistently developed elite level soccer players, ranging from players who have represented the United States National Team to playing on prestigious Division I college teams.
 
PROVEN RESULTS

Junior Rough Riders Teams train year-round on a weekly basis while competing in premier leagues and national tournaments.  With the main emphasis on proper player development, Junior Rough Riders have won many prestigious team accolades while individuals have received college scholarships from the exposure of playing on the Long Island Rough Riders.

The Junior Rough Riders consists of four entities:

Stage I - Kick-Start

The Kick Start stage of the Junior Rough Riders develops children at the age of 5 years old, using fun-filled games to teach basic soccer skills while incorporating agility and coordination exercises to build upon a child’s passion for the game of soccer.

Stage II - Developmental

From 8 to 12 years old the Developmental program provides tournament competitions while preparing players with the necessary technical, tactical, physical and psychological soccer elements to compete at the highest playing level of American soccer.