Competitive Atlas Program – HYSA League
Give your young star the ultimate soccer experience!
The Houston Youth Soccer Association (HYSA), founded in 1968, is a prominent organization in Texas, dedicated to promoting youth soccer in the Houston area. With over 10,000 players, HYSA, affiliated with the South Texas Youth Soccer Association (STYSA) and United States Youth Soccer (USYS), emphasizes a high-quality environment and sportsmanship. It upholds a strict code of conduct for all participants, including a zero-tolerance policy for disrespectful behavior, to foster respect, fairness, and a positive experience in all soccer activities.
Atlas Soccer Academy is proud to offer a competitive program for players seeking a higher level of play through the Houston Youth Soccer Association (HYSA) league.
- Atlas Youth Academy: Boys Birth Years 2016 – 2017
- Tryouts for the competitive team are required to join
This program is designed for players who are committed to developing their skills and competing at a higher level. Regular attendance at training sessions and games is expected
- Weekly Practice Sessions (2x / Week)
- Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00 – 7:00 PM
This program is designed for players who are committed to developing their skills and competing at a higher level. Regular attendance at training sessions and games is expected.
- League Games
- Start on Saturdays, September 6th (Ends November 1st)
- League games schedule and time to be published by the end of August
- Saturdays between 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
U9: 7v7 (6 field players + goalkeeper), two 25-minute halves. No heading allowed.
Atlas Youth Academy (Birth Years 2011 – 2018) Cost – $916
What’s included:
- US Licensed Professional Paid Coaches
- Registration for Weekly Practice and Saturday Games
- Competitive League Games Registration Fee
- Referee Cost
- Atlas Jersey Kit Fee
- Atlas Jersey
- Atlas Shorts
- Soccer Socks
- Portion of each registration is donated to the local mosque
Discounts:
- Early Bird 15% OFF (Ends August 31st 31st, 2025)
- Siblings Discount Available
Saturday Game Schedule
- Games are played against other HYSA clubs across the Houston area. All games follow US Youth Soccer rules and are managed by certified referees.
Game schedules are determined by HYSA. In the case of rescheduling due to weather or field conditions, Atlas coaches will communicate updates directly with parents.
This program is designed for players who are committed to developing their skills and competing at a higher level. Regular attendance at training sessions and games is expected.
What to Expect
Joining the Atlas Competitive Program through HYSA offers players a more challenging and rewarding soccer experience. Here’s what families can expect:
🏃 Higher-Level Competition
Players will face off against other well-trained teams across the Houston area, helping them grow technically, tactically, and mentally in real-game environments.
⚽ Weekly Training
Athletes train multiple times per week with licensed coaches who focus on individual skill development, team tactics, and game awareness.
📆 Weekend Matches
Games are scheduled on weekends by the HYSA league. Travel may be required depending on the opposing club’s location.
🧑🏫 Professional Coaching
Atlas coaches are experienced, supportive, and committed to player growth both on and off the field. All coaches are paid and adhere to the league’s high standards of conduct and training.
📝 Strong Commitment
Players are expected to attend all practices and matches during the season. Punctuality, sportsmanship, and effort are key components of team success.
👨👩👧👦 Parent Communication
We maintain clear and timely communication through team apps and email for all updates, schedule changes, and important announcements.
🎯 Personal Growth
Beyond soccer, players develop confidence, discipline, teamwork, and resilience — values that last far beyond the field.
Established in 1968, HYSA is one of the largest youth soccer associations in Texas, aiming to provide a high-quality environment for youth soccer activities.
Players must respect opponents, officials, and spectators; learn and abide by the laws of soccer; show sportsmanship; accept officials’ decisions; and understand that playing soccer is a privilege.
Officials are expected to know the game rules, prioritize player safety, treat participants courteously, work cooperatively, and maintain fairness and consistency in their decisions.
Promoting fitness, skill development, a desire to succeed, responsibility, cooperation, dealing with success and failure, discipline, coping with life’s realities, respect for authority, and providing a fun and enriching experience.
Games are scheduled based on age groups, team availability, and league requirements. HYSA aims to create a balanced schedule that considers travel, competition level, and team preferences.
Notifications about cancellations or rescheduling are communicated through team coaches or managers, the HYSA website, or direct emails to parents. It’s essential to provide up-to-date contact information to your team’s coaches to receive timely updates.
They should not coach from the sidelines, respect the referee’s judgment, focus on positive reinforcement, support all players, and understand that soccer provides valuable development opportunities for youth.
Spectators are encouraged to support all players positively, respect officials’ decisions, and follow the venue’s rules, including seating arrangements and parking guidelines. Negative comments or behavior towards players, coaches, or referees are strictly prohibited.
By promoting sportsmanship, offering encouragement, respecting all participants, and adhering to HYSA’s code of conduct. Being a positive role model and encouraging teamwork and fair play contributes significantly to a supportive atmosphere.
Yes, spectators must stay within designated areas, avoid coaching from the sidelines, and follow all facility rules, including those regarding pets, smoking, and noise makers. Ensuring a safe and respectful environment is crucial.
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Our US Soccer Federation licensed coaches believe in the uniqueness of every individual player. They have developed a distinctive methodology to teach every player the highest level of professionalism in a structured environment.