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Post by atlsoccer on Mar 9, 2021 16:59:01 GMT -5
Does anyone understand this, is it different than what National Tier of Nation League was before?
Also, can someone explain what the MLS or Girls Academy has to do with Georgia Soccer, neither play in a Georgia Soccer run league do they?
I can not keep up!
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Post by Soccerhouse on Mar 9, 2021 17:19:39 GMT -5
I assume your referring to the email we just received:
The 2021-22 season is around the corner....do you know that Georgia Soccer has over 34,000 players participating across 2437 teams in its Leagues and Cup competitions?
No other association in the State of Georgia can boast the MLS, The Girls Academy and the US Youth Soccer National League P.R.O connection. Read more about the latest National League development and how your team can advance below.
ATLANTA, Georgia (March 9, 2021) — Georgia Soccer is delighted to announce an update to the National League. US Youth Soccer has announced the National League P.R.O., a new high-level national competition platform, which will feature the top 14U-19U Boys and Girls teams in the USYS National League competing for the opportunity to advance to the annual USYS National Championships.
National League qualification is only available to Georgia Soccer teams, through Georgia Soccer sanctioned Leagues and Competitions.
"With over 34,000 players playing in Georgia Soccer, we are excited to give them the opportunity to advance from the Georgia Premier League (G.P.L) and State Cup Championships into the National League Pathway (learn more about qualification). No other association has the connections to MLS Academy, Girls Academy League and USYS National League." Laura Halfpenny, Executive Director
National League P.R.O. features an emphasis on the Player, Recruitment and Opportunity. The competition builds on the highly successful traditional format of the National League — providing an optimal environment for player development, exposure to college coaches and opportunities for advancement to the National Championships.
National League P.R.O. Resources: FAQ Sheet | Information Guide
“We are thrilled to enhance and strengthen the overall prestige of the USYS National League footprint through National League P.R.O. This reimagined format will provide clubs, teams, and most importantly — players — with an ideal platform to play top competition while pursuing their soccer aspirations,” USYS CEO Skip Gilbert said. “The focus on the player, recruitment and opportunity aligns with the overall vision of USYS, and National League P.R.O. demonstrates our commitment in providing the best competitive format for today’s top players.”
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Post by Soccerhouse on Mar 9, 2021 17:20:36 GMT -5
fyi -- i just puked in my mouth
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Post by mightydawg on Mar 9, 2021 17:20:46 GMT -5
I got the same email. From the FAQ Sheet, it seems like the that National League PRO is replacing the National League Playoffs but many details are yet to be determined. Here is the full email:
ATLANTA, Georgia (March 9, 2021) — Georgia Soccer is delighted to announce an update to the National League. US Youth Soccer has announced the National League P.R.O., a new high-level national competition platform, which will feature the top 14U-19U Boys and Girls teams in the USYS National League competing for the opportunity to advance to the annual USYS National Championships.
National League qualification is only available to Georgia Soccer teams, through Georgia Soccer sanctioned Leagues and Competitions.
"With over 34,000 players playing in Georgia Soccer, we are excited to give them the opportunity to advance from the Georgia Premier League (G.P.L) and State Cup Championships into the National League Pathway (learn more about qualification). No other association has the connections to MLS Academy, Girls Academy League and USYS National League." Laura Halfpenny, Executive Director
National League P.R.O. features an emphasis on the Player, Recruitment and Opportunity. The competition builds on the highly successful traditional format of the National League — providing an optimal environment for player development, exposure to college coaches and opportunities for advancement to the National Championships.
National League P.R.O. Resources: FAQ Sheet | Information Guide
“We are thrilled to enhance and strengthen the overall prestige of the USYS National League footprint through National League P.R.O. This reimagined format will provide clubs, teams, and most importantly — players — with an ideal platform to play top competition while pursuing their soccer aspirations,” USYS CEO Skip Gilbert said. “The focus on the player, recruitment and opportunity aligns with the overall vision of USYS, and National League P.R.O. demonstrates our commitment in providing the best competitive format for today’s top players.”
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Post by mightydawg on Mar 9, 2021 17:21:40 GMT -5
Here is the FAQ sheet:
Frequently Asked Questions
(as of March 8, 2021)
Who can participate in National League P.R.O.?
The competition is for boys and girls teams in the 14U through 19U age groups. Teams can qualify for National
League P.R.O. through their National League Conference performance in the previous seasonal year.
Do the National League Playoffs still exist?
No. National League P.R.O. takes the place of the National League Playoffs as the top league competition in USYS
that qualifies teams directly into the USYS National Championships.
When and where will the National League P.R.O. games take place?
National Events - Dates and locations for the national events will be published prior to the application period ahead of
each seasonal year, typically about 10 months prior to the first event. The events will take place at some of the top
facilities in the country to ensure optimal field quality and to take into account seasonal temperature and weather
patterns.
Local Game - In addition to national events, each team will play in one “local game,” which is a one-off game played
against a Conference opponent or cross-Conference opponent from within its regional area of the country.
What is the application process and timeline?
All teams — both automatic qualifiers and open slot applicants — will need to submit a National League P.R.O.
application in GotSport ahead of each seasonal year. The application window will open around mid-April and close
around mid-June. The National League management group will accept automatic Conference qualifiers and evaluate applicants for
open slots. Teams that fill open slots will be accepted and announced around mid-July.
(Please note: The National League P.R.O. application is separate from National League Conference applications.)
What is the cost to participate in National League P.R.O.?
The cost will be listed in future information and on the application once the application window opens. League fees
will be comparable to those from the 2019-20 National League season, which was played in a similar format.
Who automatically qualifies for National League P.R.O.?
For 2021-2022 season, the top teams from each of the top-tier divisions of the National League Conferences earn
automatic qualification into National League P.R.O. Teams that automatically qualify must submit an application and
are subject to core requirements. A document that outlines specific automatic qualification slots will be published in
the coming weeks.
If a team that automatically qualifies for National League P.R.O. turns down its slot, it becomes an open slot.
How are open slots filled?
The National League Management group will review applicants and accept teams based off several factors, including
but not limited to: past Conference performance, competitive history and geographic balance.
NATIONAL LEAGUE P.R.O.
Will teams that win their National League P.R.O. group automatically qualify for National League P.R.O. for
the following season?
No. National League P.R.O. slots are filled by 1) automatic qualifiers from the National League Conferences or 2)
Open slots filled through the application process and selected by the National League management group.
Can a team only play in National League P.R.O.?
Teams who compete in National League P.R.O. in a given seasonal year must also register and participate in their
respective National League Conference during that same seasonal year.
What team eligibility requirements will be in place?
At all times during National League P.R.O. competition, a team must have on its roster no less than nine (9) players
who were on a roster of any US Youth Soccer registered team within such team’s club during the previous seasonal
year, in which the team earned automatic qualification into National League P.R.O.
How are National League P.R.O. groups/brackets formed?
The goal is to place teams in a National League P.R.O. group schedule filled with unique matchups that supports
participation in high school soccer. Each team will have at least one opponent in its P.R.O. group that is from its
region to ensure the ability to play its “local game.”
Who schedules the local game and when/where will it be played?
The game is scheduled by National League P.R.O., with assistance from the Conference manager(s). The date and
location will be chosen in coordination with Conference play dates and high school soccer seasons. All pertinent
National League P.R.O. standards and procedures apply to the local games.
What recruitment opportunities will be available?
A primary goal of National League P.R.O. is to provide a platform for players to have maximum exposure to scouts
from the college, professional, national team and USYS ODP ranks. Teams earn their place into National League
P.R.O., creating an optimal playing environment to recruit top players competing in meaningful games.
What USYS National Championship Series requirements are associated with National League P.R.O.?
National League P.R.O. teams must play in their respective USYS State Cup competition.
How will National League P.R.O. work with the National League Showcase Series?
The National League Showcase Series will continue to take place. Some National League P.R.O. events may stand
alone, while others may take place concurrently with National League Showcase Series games.
Does National League P.R.O. participation meet the requirement for National League Showcase Series
attendance?
Yes. Playing in the National League P.R.O. qualifies as meeting the Showcase Series requirement. National League
P.R.O. teams may participate in additional Showcase Series events if they wish.
Who should I contact regarding questions about National League P.R.O.?
Chris Webb, USYS Director of Operations & Event Management, cwebb@usyouthsoccer.org
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Post by rifle on Mar 9, 2021 18:21:32 GMT -5
Let’s keep rebranding so the participants remain confused.
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Post by oraclesfriend on Mar 9, 2021 18:25:21 GMT -5
I think the Girls Academy thing is because they are a US Youth Soccer sanctioned league. Kind of like ECNL is US Club even though they are both run independently.
I agree that the association is loose though I will say that several of the GA clubs were National League Clubs with success like Wake and SC Wave. Some still participate.
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Post by soccermaxx72 on Mar 9, 2021 18:49:42 GMT -5
It is exactly the national tier of the national league with a better name
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Post by bogan on Mar 9, 2021 19:08:55 GMT -5
Let’s keep rebranding so the participants remain confused. Polishing 💩as they say... |
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Post by atlfutboldad on Mar 9, 2021 20:43:47 GMT -5
P.R.O. = Player Recruitment Opportunity
Because they didn't have the opportunity to be scouted in the National League?
Sounds like more BS American soccer fluff along the lines of US Club's "Players First" initiative. Do they do this garbage in South America or Europe?
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Post by footyfan on Mar 10, 2021 10:39:53 GMT -5
P.R.O. = Player Recruitment Opportunity Because they didn't have the opportunity to be scouted in the National League? Sounds like more BS American soccer fluff along the lines of US Club's "Players First" initiative. Do they do this garbage in South America or Europe? I'd think that the partnership with MLSnext and Girls Academy league is fueling the "marketing" changes, and yes they are as phoney as "Players First." Given that, I wonder if there will be a bigger break between ECNL/US Club clubs and state ODPs, which are part of the USYS set up? |
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Post by atlutd17 on Mar 10, 2021 11:09:58 GMT -5
P.R.O. = Player Recruitment Opportunity Because they didn't have the opportunity to be scouted in the National League? Sounds like more BS American soccer fluff along the lines of US Club's "Players First" initiative. Do they do this garbage in South America or Europe? I agree. Don't care whether US Club or USYS gang, they continue to insult our intelligence with the fancy renaming and rebranding. The league structure in this country is a MESS. If they want to ever make it real, get with USSF all sit on the same table to come up with something meaningful for the good of the game first, and not your pockets. |
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Post by Waterboy on Mar 10, 2021 12:10:46 GMT -5
Let’s keep rebranding so the participants remain confused. Polishing 💩as they say... I assume you are referring to the league and not the players when you add that emoji "Stay Classy Georgia Soccer Forum" |
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Post by bogan on Mar 10, 2021 13:03:34 GMT -5
Polishing 💩as they say... I assume you are referring to the league and not the players when you add that emoji "Stay Classy Georgia Soccer Forum" Yes- |
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Post by oraclesfriend on Mar 10, 2021 13:15:03 GMT -5
Polishing 💩as they say... I assume you are referring to the league and not the players when you add that emoji "Stay Classy Georgia Soccer Forum" Bogan is not mean enough to insult the kids. There are some people who would, but Bogan has never been that way on the forum. |
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Post by atlsoccer on Mar 11, 2021 23:15:55 GMT -5
So MLS and GA use USYS cards and that is why Georgia Soccer can claim an affiliate or partnership. National League almost identical to RPL, National League Pro is almost identical to the National Tier of National League and RPL. No one knows or has seen any real world effects of any of their partnerships with MLS or GA.
The only thing I think was I learned from there email is that Georgia Soccer has roughly 25k rec players and 10k select.
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Post by footyfan on Mar 12, 2021 7:08:36 GMT -5
So MLS and GA use USYS cards and that is why Georgia Soccer can claim an affiliate or partnership. National League almost identical to RPL, National League Pro is almost identical to the National Tier of National League and RPL. No one knows or has seen any real world effects of any of their partnerships with MLS or GA. The only thing I think was I learned from there email is that Georgia Soccer has roughly 25k rec players and 10k select. I would not be surprised at some point that the MLS/NWSL claim rights to any kids playing on a USYS card within their geographic region of influence. Probably in the fine print. |
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Post by atlutd17 on Mar 12, 2021 8:48:11 GMT -5
The basic problem is one: USSF. It all starts there and trickles down.
Soccer and money are not mutually exclusive. They can go together but either money or the sport has to control. When money controls, we get what we have.
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