Kansas State Youth Soccer Association (KSYSA)
Overview
The Kansas State Youth Soccer Association (KSYSA) is the US Youth Soccer state association governing youth soccer in Kansas. Member of USYS.
Legal entity: Kansas State Youth Soccer Association (EIN 48-0961188, 501(c)(3))
Structure
- 25,000+ registered youth players annually
- 30+ affiliate member leagues/clubs
- ~2,500 coaches, ~1,600 referees, ~1,200 team officials
- Organized into districts (e.g., District I includes KC-area clubs)
Note: Separate from Kansas State Soccer Association (KSSA, EIN 48-1248684), which governs adult soccer as a USASA member.
Club Requirements
Clubs register through KSYSA for USYS-sanctioned competition, state cup eligibility, and player insurance.
Investment Thesis
KSYSA governs the Kansas youth soccer ecosystem where sporting-blue-valley, kansas-rush, and kc-fusion operate.