LYS Competitive

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About LYS Competitive Teams
The LYS Competitive Program is for U11 – U19 players.

LYS Competitive Characteristics

  • Teams will play in OYSA Competitive Leagues against teams such as PCU, FC Portland, United PDX, etc. LYS Academies have the potential to have teams at all levels, depending on participation.
  • While the majority of games will be in the greater Portland metro area, families should expect to travel for one to three games per season to places like Eugene, Bend, and Medford. Games can be on either Saturday or Sunday.
  • Teams will have 2 practices a week while in season with games on the weekends. 
  • Virtual Sunrise Skills & Strength, a 20-minute daily zoom session led by LYS Director of Coaching, is available to all competitive players for free
  • Access to additional LYS Camps and Classes 

U11-U14 Competitive

  • U11-U14 Teams will participate in a Fall and Spring season
  • Access to additional LYS Camps and Classes

U15 & Up Competitive

  • U15 & up Teams will participate in a Winter season. 
  • Players will have the option to participate in the summer and winter High School Performance Academies 
  • Players will have 5 Winter Futsal sessions prior to their Winter outdoor season. 

Division Changes for the 2026-2027 Season

US Soccer is adjusting their age group divisions from a calendar year (January 1st – December 31st) to a school year-based calendar (August 1st – July 31st) for the 2026-2027 season. If you have questions or are interested in learning more, please read our comprehensive update about the division changes.