Teams

Croton FC provides a fun and competitive environment to learn the game of soccer for young players. Our teams are made up of players in the elementary school and middle school age range (U9 - U14). We seek players who love the game. We also encourage our coaches to be positive, and focus on growing the love of the sport in players.

However, within this framework, we endeavor to give each team and coach discretion as to the required commitment level and how to run their respective team. For instance, some of our teams have just a few winter indoor practices, while others have a full indoor season with weekly training and tournaments. Similarly, some teams may offer more practices in the summer than others, and some teams may seek out more tournaments than others. Teams may also have different approaches when it comes to the distribution of playing time, but every player will play each game. We find this discretion allows teams to develop and grow in a way that meets the needs of a particular group, as opposed to imposing a one-size-fits-all approach. Below please find a description of each team along with current schedules. Teams are organized by birth year of players (not grade), and on occasion can have players who are born in later years (i.e. younger players).

2010 Girls - Croton Blaze

The Blaze team has been the home for girls born in 2010 since our inaugural season in 2018. The team previously competed in the East Hudson Youth Soccer League and currently competes in the 1st division of the Westchester Youth Soccer League (WYSL). Justin Wagner, David Becker, Tim Cox, and Xochilt Chantel are the current coaches.

Practices are held two times per week in the Fall and Spring season, with indoor practice once a week during the Winter. In addition to WYSL matches on Sunday during the Fall and Spring, the team typically competes in 3 – 4 tournaments during the course of the year. The coaches also lead informal summer pickup games.

The team is competitive, with players committed to improving both individually and as a unit. The majority of the team supplements training with a winter program and/or summer soccer camps. The coaches recognize players may have other outside activities, but ask that soccer be one of the leading priorities for each player. The team’s character is best described as intensely fun - with girls frequently cracking jokes and smiles, but also seriously committed to finding ways to put the ball in the back of the net.

2013/14 Girls - Croutons on Hudson (G2013 White)

For the 24/25 season Croton FC has 2 teams for girls born in 2013 and 2014. These teams will practice together, with 2 trainer-led sessions plus one coach led session per week in the fall and spring. Both teams compete in the Westchester Youth Soccer League (WYSL). Weekly indoor training will also occur during the Winter, and both teams will competes in 1 - 2 tournaments during the course of the year.

The Croutons on Hudson will be entering their first season at Croton FC. Dan Becker, Brian Loges, and Mark Stumer coach the team.

Practice Schedule for Fall 2024

Wednesdays, 4:30 - 5:45, Croton Point Park

Thursdays, 5:45 - 7:00, Croton Point Park

Saturdays, 1:30 - 3:00, CET Upper

Fall 2024 Game Schedule and Scores

2013/4 Girls - Croton Wildcats (G2013 Orange)

The Wildcats will be entering their first season at Croton FC. Stephen Gosnell, Stephen Conroy, and Katie Kelly coach the team.

Practice Schedule for Fall 2024

Wednesdays, 4:30 - 5:45, Croton Point Park

Thursdays, 5:45 - 7:00, Croton Point Park

Saturdays, 1:30 - 3:00, CET Upper

Fall 2024 Game Schedule and Scores

2015 Girls - Croton Crush

The Crush is entering its second year in the WYSL league. The team practices two times per week with games and tournament play on Sundays. The coaching staff is James Trombly and Dave Schoenholt.

During this first year, the team’s focus was to build team chemistry, improve technical skills, sharpen the competitive desire to win, develop player speed, agility, and quickness, and most importantly have fun! We plan to continue to grow this year!

Players can expect to play multiple positions during the season and will be challenged to think about the question “why.” We are building strong, versatile soccer players by promoting player decision making with the opportunity to experience the game in all positions.

Practice Schedule for Fall 2024

Wednesdays 4:30 - 5:45 , Croton Landing

Saturdays 8:15 - 9:45, Croton Landing (NE)

Fall 2024 Game Schedule

2016 Girls - New team!

The 2016G are entering their first season as Croton FC. The team practices two times per week with games and tournament play on Sundays. The coaching staff is Reid Olmstead, Matthew Solis, and Amy Scales.

Practice Schedule for Fall 2024

Wednesdays 5:45-7 , Croton Landing

Saturdays 8:15 - 9:45, Croton Landing (NE)

Fall 2024 Game Schedule

2012 Boys - Croton Eagles

The Eagles team will be entering their third season at Croton FC and consists of children born in 2012. The team competes in the Westchester Youth Soccer League (WYSL). Silvio DiSisto, Simon Stanaway, and Nate Mulliken are the head coaches.

Practices are held two times per week in the Fall and Spring season, with occasional indoor training during the Winter. In addition to WYSL matches on Sunday during the Fall and Spring, the team typically competes in 2 - 3 tournaments during the course of the year. The coaches also lead informal summer pickup games on Saturday mornings.

The team is competitive, with players committed to improving both individually and as a unit. Players who attend multiple extra-curricular activities are asked to prioritize soccer. Coach Nate describes the group as a “well-rounded team” with “strong friendships.” The Eagles are a team committed to improvement and are passionate about winning. Coach Nate adds “this team has fun together and enjoys seeing the benefits of their hard work and commitment.”

Practice Schedule for Fall 2024

Wednesday, 5:30 - 7 PM, Croton Point Park

Saturdays, 11 - 12:30 AM, Manes

Fall 2024 Game Schedule and Scores

2013 Boys - Croton Bull Sharks

The Bull Sharks will continue this year as boys born in 2013 transition to 9 v 9 soccer. Nate Asher will coach the team.

Practices are held two times per week in the Fall and Spring season, with weekly indoor training during the Winter. In addition to WYSL matches on Sunday during the Fall and Spring, the team typically competes in 3 - 4 tournaments during the course of the year. The coaches also lead informal summer pickup games.