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USA of Indiana Travel Soccer offers competitive travel soccer with extra training and play that includes winter turf training both indoor and outdoor, winter gym training, and futsal games. Teams form annually each June for the Fall to Spring soccer year and are organized as age-based, gender-specific teams at a variety of levels of play. Teams play in leagues including the Elite Academy League, US Youth “National League” - Elite 64, US Youth “National League” - Great Lakes Conference, Indiana Soccer League “ISL”, National League Midwest “NPL”, and Central North Conference “CNC” (U8–U10), with travel ranging from the greater Indianapolis area to statewide to regional, and most teams playing the majority of games in and around Indianapolis.
• Ages: 7–18 years old
Since 1979, USA of Indiana has offered a competitive travel soccer program. The program is led by experienced, licensed coaches and is overseen by USA of Indiana’s Director of Player Development and Managing Director. The Youth Academy serves ages 7 to 12 and focuses on technical fundamentals, cognitive development, social skills and teamwork, and positive mindset, with players in the Youth Academy training two to three times per week under the guidance of experienced coaches dedicated to age-appropriate instruction and individual development. The U13–U19 Travel Soccer Program is for players with aspirations to compete at the high school, collegiate, or professional level, with Junior Teams (U13–U14) focusing on foundational development including technical skills, higher-level tactical concepts, physical conditioning, and character-building, and Senior Teams (U15–U19) emphasizing advanced competition and preparation including speed, strength, agility, mental performance, and exposure to college recruitment opportunities. The program’s mission states that the USA of Indiana Youth Academy serves as the foundation of the player development pathway and offers a dynamic and engaging environment for young athletes ages 7 to 12, focusing on building technical skills, encouraging creativity, and fostering teamwork in a fun and supportive setting, and that it is not just about competition but about cultivating a deep appreciation for soccer while helping each player grow in confidence and ability.
USA of Indiana Travel Soccer is led by USA of Indiana President Thomas Geisse and Executive Director Matthew Schlake. The administrative team includes Pam Suchecki, Carol Banta, Kristin Janeczek, Derek McMullen, and Mariana Mesa. The Board leadership includes Chairman of the Board Rodney Shine, Vice Chairman Rob Jordan, Treasurer Cary Wagner, Secretary Darren Pearson, and Directors Jasmin Bankhead, Sally Leyes, Warner Moses, Bilen Mulugeta, and Jon Sturgill. Contact options for the program include text or call at 317-767-0699 and email at [email protected].
Last updated May 14, 2026.
• Ages: 7–18 years old
Since 1979, USA of Indiana has offered a competitive travel soccer program. The program is led by experienced, licensed coaches and is overseen by USA of Indiana’s Director of Player Development and Managing Director. The Youth Academy serves ages 7 to 12 and focuses on technical fundamentals, cognitive development, social skills and teamwork, and positive mindset, with players in the Youth Academy training two to three times per week under the guidance of experienced coaches dedicated to age-appropriate instruction and individual development. The U13–U19 Travel Soccer Program is for players with aspirations to compete at the high school, collegiate, or professional level, with Junior Teams (U13–U14) focusing on foundational development including technical skills, higher-level tactical concepts, physical conditioning, and character-building, and Senior Teams (U15–U19) emphasizing advanced competition and preparation including speed, strength, agility, mental performance, and exposure to college recruitment opportunities. The program’s mission states that the USA of Indiana Youth Academy serves as the foundation of the player development pathway and offers a dynamic and engaging environment for young athletes ages 7 to 12, focusing on building technical skills, encouraging creativity, and fostering teamwork in a fun and supportive setting, and that it is not just about competition but about cultivating a deep appreciation for soccer while helping each player grow in confidence and ability.
USA of Indiana Travel Soccer is led by USA of Indiana President Thomas Geisse and Executive Director Matthew Schlake. The administrative team includes Pam Suchecki, Carol Banta, Kristin Janeczek, Derek McMullen, and Mariana Mesa. The Board leadership includes Chairman of the Board Rodney Shine, Vice Chairman Rob Jordan, Treasurer Cary Wagner, Secretary Darren Pearson, and Directors Jasmin Bankhead, Sally Leyes, Warner Moses, Bilen Mulugeta, and Jon Sturgill. Contact options for the program include text or call at 317-767-0699 and email at [email protected].
Last updated May 14, 2026.
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