U12 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 The US Soccer Federation 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.