The US Soccer Federation will end its controversial under-12s programme, starting from 2019-20. Instead, 12-year olds will be looked after by the youth club system, while player development initiatives will be introduced to replace the U12 scheme. The programme has been criticised, described as a mill for sports diplomas that can translate into lucrative college scholarships.
The US Soccer Federation will end its controversial under-12s programme, starting from the 2019-20 season. Instead, 12-year olds will be looked after by the youth club system, while player development initiatives will be introduced to replace the U12 scheme. The programme has been criticised, described as a mill for sports diplomas that can translate into lucrative college scholarships.