Description: South Tampa Youth Soccer Club. Family Friendly Recreational and Competitive European Football in South Tampa for kids and teens ages 4 - 19.
Welcome to Tampa Raiders Soccer Club and thank you for your interest in our competitive program in South Tampa. Established in 1970 as “Northeast Raiders,” we have a long, celebrated history. Our local club currently consists boys and girls teams competing within the U8 through U19 age divisions. Our teams compete in the United Soccer Association (USA) and FSPL (FYSA).
Starting at the U8 age level, our program's primary focus is on player development cultivated in a competitive, team-oriented, fun environment. Players are taught technical proficiency at the younger ages so they will be able to thrive in the sport as they move to the competitive level. As our players grow and mature, their technical skills continue to be refined; however, the training concentration gradually shifts to the more tactical aspects of the game. At all levels, we also strive to achieve an atmosp
Starting at U5, the Junior Raiders program philosophy is to deliver a technically–sound program in a fun learning environment, based on games and activities that will help initiate children into the game. Our key goal is to help children enjoy the sport and to cultivate a life-long love of the game. The program is fully coed, and we welcome children with all skill levels. All training methods focus on basic coordination, sharpness with and without the ball, as well as good sportsmanship. All sessions consis