Last updated : Saturday, 29 June 2024
Heartland Soccer Association
The Heartland Soccer Association (HSA) is a non-profit and educational youth soccer association recognized as the largest and most competitive youth soccer league and tournament host in the United States.
The league accepts players of all skill levels, including recreational and premier level players and teams. Each year, over 170 different soccer clubs compete through HSA. Over 1,500 teams and 30,000 youth from ages 9 to 19 compete each league season, and many age groups have up to 12 subdivisions with 9 or more teams playing in each subdivision.
About HSA
HSA was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas. The league's mission is to provide a fun, safe, and competitive environment for youth soccer players of all ages and skill levels.
HSA offers a variety of programs and services, including:
- League play for boys and girls ages 9-19
- Tournament play for all ages
- Clinics and camps
- Referee training
- Coaching education
HSA's leagues and tournaments are played at four world-class turf facilities:
- Scheels Overland Park Soccer Complex
- Compass Minerals Sporting Fields
- Swope Soccer Village
- Garmin Olathe Soccer Complex
HSA's Impact
HSA has had a significant impact on the youth soccer community in the United States. The league has helped to grow the sport of soccer and provide opportunities for thousands of young players to compete and develop their skills.
HSA has also been a leader in promoting sportsmanship and fair play. The league's Code of Conduct emphasizes the importance of respect for teammates, opponents, referees, and spectators.
