HOSTED BY MSI - ROCKVILLE, MD – JUNE 24TH - AUG 24TH (TUESDAY EVENING GROUP)
HOSTED BY RSC - GAITHERSBURG, MD – MAY 5TH - JULY 7TH (MONDAY EVENING GROUP)
A huge thank you to DC Soccer Club for hosting an incredible D Course!
Guided by MSYSA Technical Director Gandalf French and Coach Educator Dr. Sheri Huckleberry, this nine-week course has been a tremendous success, equipping coaches with valuable knowledge and skills. We appreciate everyone involved in making this happen!
NEW REFEREE COURSES IN MARYLAND
March 8, 2025 - 8:45am to 1:15pm Mount Hope Community Center (Calvert County): 104 Pushaw Station Road, Sunderland, Md. 20689
March 9, 2025 - 8:45am to 1:15pm Gaithersburg High School: 101 Education Blvd., Gaithersburg, Md. 20877
March 9, 2025 - 9:30am to 1:45pm Gaithersburg High School: 101 Education Blvd., Gaithersburg, Md. 20877
March 16, 2025 - 8:00am to 12:30pm Soccerplex: 18031 Central Park Drive, Boyds, Md. 20841
March 16, 2025 - 8:45am to 1:00pm Soccerplex: 18031 Central Park Drive, Boyds, Md. 20841
March 23, 2025 - 8:45am to 1:15pm Fallston Recreation Center: 1809 Fallston Road, Fallston, Md 21047
March 23, 2025 - 9:30am to 1:45pm Fallston Recreation Center: 1809 Fallston Road, Fallston, Md. 21047
March 29, 2025 - 8:45am to 1:15pm Denton Elementary School: 303 Sharp Road, Denton, Md. 21629
March 30, 2025 - 8:45am to 1:30pm Mt. Airy Middle School: 102 Watersville, Md. 21771
INTERESTED IN BECOMING A MARYLAND REFEREE? CHECK OUT THE STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR BECOMING A CERTIFIED REFEREE
Step 1: Register Online Register for the clinic titled “Referee Online Lessons”
Step 2: Complete Online Lessons Complete the materials contained within the U.S. Soccer Learning Center
Step 3: Select a Field Training Session
Upon completion of lesson, select the button on your OMS Homepage to transfer to an in-person Field Training session. Select the button next to the session you want to attend
MARYLAND ODP INVITATIONAL
On February 15-16, the MSYSA Olympic Development Program hosted the 2025 Maryland ODP Invitational at Liberty Sports Park, bringing together top talent from across the region for a weekend of high-level competition. Despite challenging weather conditions, the event was a success, providing players with valuable opportunities for development, exposure, and elite match experience.
Maryland ODP was thrilled to welcome Pennsylvania West ODP, Pennsylvania East ODP, and New Jersey ODP to the event. The friendly matches showcased impressive skill, teamwork, and determination from all participating teams, while also providing countless learning opportunities. Reinforcing the importance of events like these.
MSYSA Technical Director, Gandalf French reflected on the event, stating:
“The 2025 Maryland ODP Invitational was again successful this year despite the challenging weather experienced through the weekend! We were pleased to be able to host such strong teams and as a result our coaches are now better prepared to meet the players’ needs for the Spring ODP training cycle. This event is vital for our Maryland players as well as the four other attending states due to its high level of competition, college coach exposure, and visibility to Regional ID Scouts. Maryland ODP is proud to be able to provide an event that contributes to youth soccer development across the region.”
The Maryland Invitational continues to serve as a key event for ODP player growth and scouting opportunities, further strengthening the pathway for athletes to reach higher levels of the game.
Congratulations to Emanuele Cocuzza from Juventus Academy DC and Sarah DeWitt from Maryland Rush on being recognized as 2025 EDP Soccer Promising Young Coaches! Their dedication to player development and passion for the game continue to make a positive impact on youth soccer. This honor highlights their hard work, leadership, and commitment to fostering the next generation of athletes. We look forward to seeing their continued success on and off the field!
