Grow the Game of Soccer Clinic and Celebration Event

The Los Angeles region is using the spotlight of FIFA World Cup 2026™ to educate, inspire, and grow the next generation of players, coaches, and referees.

The Grow the Game of Soccer Clinic Series is a community legacy program of the Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Host Committee, in collaboration with the Play Equity Fund, and delivered in partnership with the LA Galaxy.

This free clinic on May 9 will bring the soccer community together through a festival‑style experience that includes on‑field clinic programming designed specifically for youth players, grassroots coaches, and referees. Each group will participate in sessions tailored to their role in the game, while sharing in a day that celebrates learning, connection, and inspiring a lifelong love of soccer.

Clinic Experience Highlights

Participants can expect programming focused on:

Building confidence and skills on the field
Developing a deeper understanding of the game
Inspiring a lifelong passion for soccer
Creating a fun, inclusive environment where everyone belongs

Who Can Participate

Youth Players (Ages 6–12):
Registration currently full.
Grassroots Coaches:
Educational, on field learning that introduces a modern training approach centered on positive youth development and long‑ term‑ growth.
Referees:
Instruction and guided learning opportunities focused on game understanding, decision making, and confidence, while reinforcing the referee’s vital role in creating a positive soccer experience

Event Details

Date: Saturday, May 9th
Time: 3:00-7:00pm
Location: Galaxy Park 18400 Avalon Blvd, Carson, CA 90746
Participants: Youth players, grassroots coaches, and referees from Greater Los Angeles

*All participants register using this single form.

*One registration per participant.

*Registration does not guarantee participation due to limited space. You will be notified prior to the clinic if selected.

*Each registered participant will be allowed ONE Guest to attend the clinic.

Important Youth Participant Information

The adult listed on the registration form must check the child in and out
Parents/guardians must remain on‑site for the duration of the event

Full Name*

First NameLast Name

Email Address*

example@example.com

Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Select your registrant type*

Youth Participant (Ages 6-12)Grassroots CoachReferee

Youth Participant Full Name*

First NameLast Name

Youth Participant Date of Birth *

Date

Youth Participant Age Range*

6-78-910-12

Youth Participant Gender (Optional)*

GirlBoyNon-BinaryPrefer not to say

Parent/Guardian Full name *

First NameLast Name

Parent/Guardian Email Address*

example@example.com

Parent/Guardian Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Parent/ Guardian Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Does your child currently play on a soccer team?*

YesNo

If "Yes" Club/School/Organization

Youth Participant Shirt Size*

Are there any accommodations, allergies, medical needs, or other information we should be aware of?

How did you hear about this clinic?*

What does the World Cup coming to Los Angeles mean to you and your family?*

Required Acknowledgment*

I understand that registration does not guarantee participation due to limited space.

Are you currently an active Coach?*

YesNo

Coach Gender*

MaleFemaleNon-binaryPrefer not to say

What organization or club are you affiliated with? *

What region or community do you primarily serve? (e.g., South LA, Long Beach, East LA, SFV)*

What age groups do you coach?*

Do you coach:

GirlsBoysBoth

Approximately how many youth do you serve annually?*

What level of coaching certification do you have?*

Are you SafeSport certified?*

YesNoIn progess

Do you coach primarily in Spanish?*

YesNoBoth English and Spanish

What does the World Cup coming to Los Angeles mean to you and your community?

Are you currently an active referee?*

Yes- Active RefereeNo- Former RefereeNo- Aspiring Referee

Referee Gender?*

MaleFemaleNon-binaryPrefer not to say

What referee association(s) are you affiliated with? (e.g., US Soccer, Cal South, AYSO) *

What region or community do you primarily referee in?*

What age groups do you referee?*

What is your current referee certification level?*

Are you SafeSport Certified?*

YesNoIn progress

Do you referee primarily in Spanish?*

YesNoBoth English and Spanish

What does the World Cup coming to Los Angeles mean to you as a referee and member of the soccer community?*

Grow the Game of Soccer

Questions/Information for Youth Participant (Ages 6-12)

* Registration is currently full for youth participants. We will be sharing more information on additional youth clinics taking place across the Los Angeles region in the coming weeks. Thank you for your interest!

Questions for Grassroots Coach

Questions for Referee