USL Y League · Nassau & Suffolk · Since 1994
Wear the Rough Riders crest this summer — and play for a national title while remaining with your hometown community club.
Open evaluations
Nassau · Boys
Nassau · Girls
Suffolk · Boys
Suffolk · Girls
Most teams qualified in the North Atlantic Division
Founded — one of the most storied clubs in American soccer
Teams across Nassau & Suffolk last season
USL Y League matches in the summer, depending on age group
Why Rough Riders
Age-specific sessions from Jun 15 to the first week of Aug, run to the standard of a pro club with 30+ years on Long Island.
6–8 USL Y League matches, depending on age group, against the strongest regional opposition, June through early August.
Open evaluations in Nassau and Suffolk, Nov through Feb. The Island's top players are selected to represent the Rough Riders.
Open to standout players from every club. Keep your team — level up your summer.
The destination
Every Rough Riders USL Y team plays for one goal: a place at the USL Y League National Final in Tampa, Florida — against the best teams in the country.
Start the Road in NovemberThe most in the North Atlantic Division and tied for the most nationwide.
National Final · Tampa, Florida · December 2027
In their words
“Over the past five years, the USL Y League has played a huge role in our son’s development, both on and off the field. As a parent, traveling and competing at USL Y National Finals with the Rough Riders has been an unparalleled experience. The organization, professionalism and high standards set by the coaches every year ensures my son and his teammates are getting the most out of the experience and opportunity.”
Erin Meijer
Parent of Ben Meijer, U14 SUSA ECNL
“Playing in the USL Y League and competing at the National Finals with the Rough Riders has been a really positive experience. Facing high-level, competitive teams has pushed me to grow as a player, and the Finals truly feel like competing at the highest level. I’m grateful to have had this opportunity alongside my coaches and great teammates.”
Ben Meijer
U14 SUSA ECNL
Evaluations · Nov–Apr
Open evaluations will be held November–February in Nassau and Suffolk, with rosters being built throughout these initial sessions. Players are strongly encouraged to attend both dates, with additional invitational-only evaluations held February–April for any remaining roster spots. Selected players will represent the Long Island Rough Riders, with the opportunity to compete at the National Finals in Tampa.
Arrive 15 minutes early to check in. One-time $20 evaluation fee.
Boys & girls · U10–U17 · 2 open evaluations
Boys: Sun, Nov 8
Girls: Sun, Nov 15
Location: Globall Sports Center Nassau
Age-group times (boys & girls)
U10 1:00–2:00 PM · U11 2:00–3:00 PM
U12 3:00–4:00 PM · U13 4:00–5:00 PM
U14 5:00–6:00 PM · U15 6:00–7:00 PM
U16 7:00–8:00 PM · U17 8:00–9:00 PM
Boys: Sun, Dec 27
Location: Globall Sports Center Nassau
Same age-group times as November
Girls: Sun, Jan 3
Location: Globall Sports Center Nassau
Same age-group times as November
Boys & girls · U10–U17 · 2 open evaluations
Boys: Mon, Dec 21
Girls: Mon, Dec 21
Location: Stony Brook Bubble
Age-group times (boys & girls)
U10–U13 5:00–6:00 PM
U14–U17 6:00–7:00 PM
Boys: Tue, Feb 16
Girls: Thu, Feb 18
Location: Suffolk County Community College, Brentwood Campus
Age-group times (boys & girls)
U10–U11 6:00–7:00 PM
U12–U14 7:00–8:00 PM
U15–U17 8:00–9:00 PM
Invitational-only evaluations in Nassau and Suffolk for any remaining roster spots.
Rosters are built throughout the open evaluations.
Rough Riders alumni
Recognizing the players who have developed and achieved success within our USL Y program. Your journey starts here.
Committed to Florida Gulf Coast University
U19 ECNL SUSA · Rough Riders USL W
Senior at Adelphi University
Rough Riders USL W Captain 2026
Committed to Clarke University
U19 The Island FC MLS
NYCFC U16
Age groups
Boys and girls, U10 through U17. Find your team below and register through your county's link — one link covers every Nassau team, one covers every Suffolk team.
Training: Mitchel Athletic Complex
U10 · U11 · U12 · U13 · U14 · U15 · U16 · U17
U10 · U11 · U12 · U13 · U14 · U15 · U16 · U17
Training: Suffolk County Community College
U10 · U11 · U12 · U13 · U14 · U15 · U16 · U17
U10 · U11 · U12 · U13 · U14 · U15 · U16 · U17
Season calendar
Earn your spot Nov–Apr, stay with your club through the spring, and compete all summer.
Open evaluations
Nassau Nov 8 & 15
Open evaluations
Nassau Dec 27 · Suffolk Dec 21
Open evaluations
Nassau Jan 3
Open evaluations
Suffolk Feb 16 & 18
Invitational evaluations
Invitational evaluations
Rosters finalized Apr 15
Onboarding Day
May 16
Training and matches begin
From Jun 15
Training and matches
12 sessions in total · home games on weekends
Season wraps
Training ends first week of Aug · final matches
National Final
Tampa, Florida · for qualifying teams
The season
12 training sessions from Jun 15 to the first week of Aug, by age group, at Mitchel Athletic Complex or Suffolk County Community College.
6–8 USL Y League matches, depending on age group, scheduled June to early August. Home games on weekends; away games any day after 5 PM.
A seasonal summer team — no need to leave your fall/spring club.
Game days and times are confirmed when the league schedule is released.
Cost · Nassau & Suffolk
One-time fee.
Includes 12 training sessions and 6–8 USL Y League matches.
2 jerseys, 2 shorts, 2 pairs of socks · Youth $130 / Adult $147 · Tax and shipping not included
*A refundable player bond may be required to secure attendance at the National Final, which is compulsory for qualifying teams.
Register for EvaluationsQuestions
Who can attend evaluations?
Boys and girls in age groups U10 through U17, from any club on Long Island.
Do I have to leave my club?
No. USL Y League is a seasonal summer team — you stay with your club for the rest of the year.
If I join the Nassau club, can I also play for Suffolk?
No. Nassau and Suffolk are two separate clubs in the USL Y League, each with its own registration, rosters and league schedule. A player is registered to one club for the season and can only train and play with that club — so you can't move between Nassau and Suffolk teams or guest-play for the other county.
Choose the county where you'll train: Nassau at Mitchel Athletic Complex or Suffolk at Suffolk County Community College. Attend evaluations in that county and register through its link.
When and where are evaluations?
Open evaluations run November–February. Nassau: boys Sunday, Nov 8 and Sunday, Dec 27; girls Sunday, Nov 15 and Sunday, Jan 3; all at Globall Sports Center Nassau. Suffolk: boys and girls Monday, Dec 21 at Stony Brook Bubble, then boys Tuesday, Feb 16 and girls Thursday, Feb 18 at Suffolk County Community College, Brentwood Campus. Invitational-only evaluations may be held February–April for any remaining roster spots. Find your age-group time in the schedule above and arrive 15 minutes early to check in.
How are players selected?
Each county holds two open evaluations between November and February, and players are strongly encouraged to attend both. Rosters are built throughout these sessions, with additional invitational-only evaluations held February–April for any remaining roster spots. Boys and girls are evaluated separately. All rosters are finalized on April 15.
I've been selected. When does the season start?
Rosters are finalized on April 15, and selected players attend Onboarding Day on May 16. Training begins on June 15, with 12 sessions running through the first week of August, alongside 6–8 USL Y League matches depending on age group.
What does it cost?
Evaluations are a one-time $20 fee. The full season is $695 in both Nassau and Suffolk, and includes 12 training sessions and 6–8 USL Y League matches.
The required uniform kit (2 jerseys, 2 shorts, 2 pairs of socks) is priced separately: $130 youth or $147 adult, based on the player's size and age. Tax and shipping are not included. Optional add-ons are available: training top, additional jersey, sweatshirt, pants, zip-up jacket and backpack.
What's the time commitment?
12 training sessions between June 15 and the first week of August, by age group, plus 6–8 matches depending on age group, scheduled June to early August. Home games are mostly on weekends.
How does a team reach the National Final?
Teams qualify through the USL Y League North Atlantic region leagues. Nine Rough Riders teams qualified for the 2026 National Finals, the most in the North Atlantic Division and tied for the most nationwide. The National Final is held in Tampa, Florida, in December.
If my team qualifies, do we have to go to Tampa?
Yes. Reaching the National Final in Tampa is the goal of every Rough Riders USL Y team, and the whole roster commits to it at registration. If the team qualifies, attendance is compulsory for every rostered player.
Why is there a player bond?
Once rosters are submitted to the league, players can't be replaced. The refundable $150 bond secures each player's commitment to the National Final, so every teammate keeps their chance to compete in Tampa.
• Team doesn't qualify: the bond is fully refunded.
• Team qualifies and the player attends: the bond is applied to travel costs.
• Team qualifies and the player doesn't attend: the bond is forfeited.
What happens if a qualifying team can't attend?
If too many players drop out, the team may have to withdraw and the league charges the club a penalty. If your player isn't prepared to attend the National Final should the team qualify, please don't register for evaluations.
Spots are limited and filled by age group.