IYS 9/1/25

The air still feels warm, school is now in session, and the Fall Sports Season is upon us. This week we start preparing you and your family to get back into your sports routine and help you avoid the freakout moments. So enjoy our featured articles and have a great soccer week.

Dave Guthrie, Executive Director, Indiana Soccer

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The Ultimate Guide to Getting Back in the Sports Routine

You may have taken the summer off, but it’s time to get back in the swing of sports…and we have a guide to help.

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Indiana ODP Tryouts Open for 2025–2026

Registration for the 2025–2026 Olympic Development Program (ODP) tryouts is now available. Visit the Indiana Soccer website for eligibility details, dates, and registration links.

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Trust the Process: A Parent’s Guide to Youth Sports Sanity

Sometime’s it feels like you’re running ESPN SportsCenter, but it’s really just youth sports. And we have suggestions for how to keep sane amidst the chaos.

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Coaches Cnr: Art of Receiving

A good first touch starts with scanning. Teaching players what to look for before receiving helps them control the ball and set up successful attacks.

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Time’s Running Out: Be There for Real Madrid vs Barcelona!

Next month, Indiana Soccer Association is thrilled to offer an exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the world’s biggest soccer rivalry – El Clásico: Real Madrid vs Barcelona on October 26, in partnership with USCSA and their travel provider, Inspiresport.

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Hear From ODP Families: Why They Love the Program

Indiana’s ODP isn’t just another soccer program—it’s a transformative experience that shapes players both on and off the field.

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Save The Date - 2026 Indiana Soccer Awards Gala

Nominate someone in your club who is making an extraordinary impact on kids, your club, or your district. Nominations are due by December 15, 2025.

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Gear Up & Save With DICK’S Sporting Goods

Save the date! Our partner, DICK’S Sporting Goods, is offering Indiana Soccer families 20% off storewide to help you gear up for the season.

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Drive Change. Support Indiana Soccer Specialty License Plate Program

Discover why more than 1,600 plates adorn the Indiana Soccer Specialty License Plate and join the movement.

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