We are excited to announce our 2nd annual
CHAMPIONS OF CHANGE SUMMIT: Building New York’s Youth Soccer Legacy
Saturday, May 16, 2026 at the Rochester Community Sports Complex.
Hosted by the Rochester City Soccer League, the Summit brings together municipal leaders, national soccer stakeholders, community organizations, youth players, and their families to translate New York State’s soccer initiatives into tangible local growth.
RCSL serves thousands of youth through affordable, year-round programming. The Summit aims to build on this existing ecosystem to support the next phase of growth through staffing and infrastructure.
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup gets ready to kick off in June, this event is designed to position Rochester, NY as a pilot community for activating statewide youth soccer investment focused on:
Detailed Schedule and Guest List coming soon!
Summit Highlights to include:
– City Leadership Panel: Building the Rochester Youth Soccer Model
– Soccer Pathway Panel: Legacy of the Game – Creating Access from Grassroots to Pro
– Keynote Address: New York State Funding Initiatives and Downtown Investment
– Mini-clinics showcasing Rochester’s premier soccer stadium as a community hub