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Fayette County Youth Soccer Club

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Fayette County Youth Soccer Club is located in Uniontown, PA
We offer programs for children ages 4-

10/31/2026

❤️🖤⚽️ WHAT A COMEBACK! ⚽️🖤❤️

🏆 Fayette United – 5
⚽ Elizabeth Forward (EFSA) – 3

Down 3-1 at halftime, but this team wasn’t going down without a fight! 💪🔥

In a physical, aggressive matchup, our players came out battling in the second half, scoring FOUR unanswered goals to secure an incredible 5-3 comeback victory!

Talk about heart, grit, and determination! This team never gave up and fought until the final whistle!

Way to battle back, Fayette United! ❤️🖤⚽️

10/31/2026

❤️🖤⚽️ FAYETTE UNITED TAKES THE WIN! ⚽️🖤❤️

🏆 U16 Depto
🔥 Fayette United – 6
⚽ Thomas Jefferson – 1

Another strong performance from U16 Depto! Great teamwork, determination, and hustle led to a 6-1 victory over Thomas Jefferson!

Way to get it done, boys! 💪❤️🖤

10/31/2026

⚽️❤️🖤 FCYSC THEN & NOW SPOTLIGHT! 🖤❤️⚽️

🌟 Meet Alex Means! 🌟

From discovering his love for soccer at age 7 to becoming a U10 Gold Division Champion, Alex’s journey is a great reminder of why we love watching our FCYSC players grow!

📍 School: George J. Plava | Class of 2034
⚽️ Current Team: Bucci
👕 Jersey: #9
🥅 Position: Defense
📅 FCYSC Journey: 2024–2026

❤️🖤 THEN: WHERE IT ALL BEGAN

Alex started playing with FCYSC in 2024 and quickly discovered a passion for a sport he never knew he’d love!

💬 What has FCYSC meant to you?
“Since starting the league, I found my calling to sports. I never liked any other sports until I discovered soccer.”

🏆 Favorite FCYSC Memory:
Winning the U10 Gold Division Championship alongside his teammates!

⚽️ NOW: GROWING WITH THE GAME

🌟 Proudest Soccer Moment:
Helping his team work together to bring home a championship!

❤️ What do you love most about soccer?
Meeting new teammates who become friends, the competition, and knowing there’s always something new to learn!

🤝 Do you still play with former teammates?
Yes! While some teammates, including Waylon and Masen, have moved up, Alex continues making new friendships every season.

💪 Advice for Younger Players:
“Don’t give up!”

🇺🇸 Future Soccer Goals:
Alex is dreaming BIG! His ultimate goal is to play for Team USA and win the WORLD CUP! 🏆🌎

👏 A Special Thank You:
Alex recognizes ALL of his former coaches — Cerullo, Mikluscak, Silbaugh, Yauger, and Bucci — for helping him develop his skills, technique, and understanding of the game.

❤️🖤 From his first season to championship celebrations, Alex is proof that soccer is about more than winning. It’s about discovering your passion, building friendships, and growing with every game.

Keep working hard and dreaming big, Alex! We can’t wait to see where soccer takes you! ⚽️🏆

10/31/2026

⚽ **MFC INDOOR SOCCER HOLIDAY LEAGUE** 🎄

We're switching things up this holiday season while keeping the fun and competition of our indoor soccer league!

⚽ **2 Soccer Camp Sessions in November**
w/ Jerry Rogers, Jon Tanner, & Josh Nairn

Sunday 11/15
2pm to 3pm - Birth Years 2021 to 2023
3pm to 5pm - Birth Years 2017 to 2020
5pm to 7pm - Birth Years 2013 to 2016

Sunday 11/22
5pm to 545pm - Birth Years 2021 to 2023
545pm to 630pm- Birth Years 2017 to 2020
630pm to 715pm - Birth Years 2013 to 2016

📅 **Sunday League Games**
- December 6
- December 13
- December 20
- January 3

🏆 **Playoffs & Championships:** Sunday, January 10

**NEW THIS YEAR: NO WEEKLY PRACTICES!**

Enjoy the excitement of a team-based league without the extra weeknight commitments during the busy holiday season!

10/31/2026

⚽️❤️🖤 FCYSC THEN & NOW PLAYER SPOTLIGHT! 🖤❤️⚽️

🌟 Meet Carson Scalese! 🌟

From starting soccer at just 5 years old to becoming a dedicated defender who loves helping his teammates succeed, Carson’s journey is a great example of what youth soccer is all about!

⚽ PLAYER PROFILE
🏫 School: R.W. Clark
⚽ Current Teams: Nitro, FCYSC & North Union Rec Center
👕 Jersey Number: #4
🥅 Position: Defense
📅 FCYSC Journey: 2022–Present
❤️ Former Coaches: Ryan Rates & Levi Harris

🔴⚫ THEN & NOW: CARSON’S SOCCER JOURNEY

💬 What does playing with FCYSC mean to you?

“Soccer is one of my favorite sports! I love how my teams play for each other and try to help every kid score a goal. I enjoy making new friends, learning different skills, and working together to build a strong team.”

🏆 Favorite FCYSC Memory:

Watching teammates score their very first goals of the season and making new friendships along the way!

🌟 Proudest Soccer Moment:

Carson says one of his proudest moments this year was helping younger players learn the game and watching them score their first-ever goals while playing for Coach Ryan Rates!

⚽ What do you love most about soccer?

“Trick shots and kicking the ball up the field on defense!”

💪 Advice for Younger FCYSC Players:

“Never give up, always try your best, always work together, and listen to your coaches. And remember, defense wins championships!”

🇦🇷 Future Soccer Goals:

Carson dreams of becoming a professional soccer player one day, just like his favorite player, Lionel Messi!

❤️ SPECIAL RECOGNITION

Carson wanted to give a special shoutout to two people who have made a difference in his soccer journey!

👏 Coach Ryan Rates:

“He’s been my coach for different sports. He’s always there for his teams, works with us to get better, and always has our backs during games! He’s the best!”

🧤 Teammate Colton:

Carson also wanted to recognize his team’s goalkeeper, Colton, for always giving his best effort. Even though Colton didn’t spend much time on the field, Carson says he was his favorite goalie and the best!

❤️🖤 THIS IS WHAT FCYSC IS ALL ABOUT!

Carson’s story reminds us that soccer is about so much more than winning games. It’s about friendships, teamwork, encouraging others, celebrating each other’s accomplishments, and having coaches who make a lasting impact.

We love seeing young players who take just as much pride in their teammates’ success as their own!

Keep working hard, Carson! We can’t wait to see where your soccer journey takes you! ⚽️🏆

10/31/2026

🎃👻 No tricks, just kicks! ⚽️🕸️

Wishing all our FCYSC players, families, and coaches a SPOOKTACULAR Halloween! 🧡🖤

Stay safe, have fun, and score lots of treats! 🍬⚽️

10/30/2026

⚽️❤️🖤 FCYSC THEN & NOW SPOTLIGHT 🖤❤️⚽️

🌟 Meet Mason Manyak! 🌟

From starting soccer at just 3 years old to competing at the club, academy, and travel levels, Mason’s soccer journey continues to grow!

🎓 School: Laurel Highlands Middle School | Class of 2033
⚽️ Current Team: Fayette United D4 Champlin/Harris
👕 Jersey: #90
💪 Position: Wherever he’s needed!
📅 FCYSC Years: 2022–Present

🔴⚫ THEN: WHERE IT ALL BEGAN

Mason began playing soccer at age 3 and has grown under the guidance of coaches Paul Mihalko, Cory DeHass, Steve Champlin, and Levi Harris.

❤️ What did FCYSC mean to you?
“The coaches inspire and encourage growth.”

🏆 Favorite FCYSC Memory:
Winning the championship in Edinboro in 2025!

🔴⚫ NOW: THE JOURNEY CONTINUES

🏅 Proudest Soccer Moment:
Scoring the game-winning goal in Hershey for his Riverhounds team!

⚽️ What do you love most about soccer?
“Learning in every practice and game, friendships, and memories.”

💭 Advice for Younger Players:
“Always try your best and never give up. Always set goals to better yourself.”

🎯 Future Goals:
To play soccer at the college level and eventually in a professional game!

🖤 A SPECIAL COACH RECOGNITION

When asked which former FCYSC coach or teammate he’d like to recognize, Mason shared:

“Steve Champlin, my forever Coach. He always believed in me and pushed me to do my best.” ❤️

From his earliest days on the field to chasing bigger dreams, Mason’s journey is a reminder of what youth soccer is all about: growth, friendships, memories, and coaches who leave a lasting impact.

We’re proud to have been part of your journey, Mason, and can’t wait to see where the game takes you next!

Once FCYSC, always FCYSC! ❤️🖤⚽️

10/30/2026

❤️🖤⚽️ FCYSC THEN & NOW SPOTLIGHT: BRAYLON WOODS ⚽️🖤❤️

From his first soccer season at just 5 years old to competing at the MLS NEXT Academy level, Braylon Woods is proof that big dreams can start on our little fields!

🎓 School: Uniontown Area High School | Class of 2027
⚽️ Current Teams: Uniontown Red Raiders & Beadling SC MLS NEXT Academy
👕 Jersey: #10 (HS) | #39 (Club)
📍 Positions: Left/Right Wing & Center Attacking Midfielder
🏆 FCYSC Years: 2014–2016
❤️ First Coach: Harry Radcliffe

🔴 What did playing for FCYSC mean to you?

“It’s where I got my start in a sport I now love playing.”

⚫️ Do you still play with former FCYSC teammates?

“Yes, on my high school team and against the Laurel Highlands team.”

🔴 What has been your proudest soccer moment?

“Being named All-WPIAL my senior year.” 🏆

⚫️ What do you love most about soccer?

“It’s fun and I love being competitive.”

🔴 What advice would you give younger FCYSC players?

“Always put in the work to get better, even when no one is watching.” 💪🏼

⚫️ What are your future soccer goals?

“To be recruited to play at the college level and beyond.”

❤️🖤 From FCYSC to MLS NEXT, Braylon’s journey is a reminder that every great player starts somewhere!

We love seeing our former players continue to grow, achieve incredible milestones, and pursue their dreams. Congratulations on your accomplishments, Braylon! We can’t wait to see where soccer takes you next!

Once FCYSC, always part of the FCYSC family! ❤️🖤⚽️

10/30/2026

❤️🖤⚽️ FCYSC THEN & NOW SPOTLIGHT: SAYLOR HARRIS ⚽️🖤❤️

From starting soccer at just 5 years old to playing for multiple competitive teams, Saylor Harris continues to grow, compete, and chase her dreams!

🎓 School: Mount Moriah Christian School | Class of 2033
⚽️ Current Teams: Fayette United Travel, Beadling East, Landsharks Futsal & ODP
👕 Jersey: #50 | Utility Player
🏆 FCYSC Years: 2022–Present
❤️ FCYSC Coaches: Steve Champlin & Levi Harris

🔴 What did playing for FCYSC mean to you?

“It’s very important to me because I’m playing with teammates and friends I’ve known for a long time. I got to play under Coach Steve, and I still get to grow as a soccer player.”

⚫️ Favorite FCYSC memory?

“Winning with my U10 coed team in Edinboro in 2025 with Coach Steve and my Dad.”

🔴 Proudest soccer moment?

Making the Beadling East U13 team and scoring TWO goals this season with her right foot, especially since she’s a lefty! 💪🏼

⚫️ What do you love most about soccer?

“Being with my team no matter if we win or lose.”

🔴 Advice for younger FCYSC players?

“Be a good teammate, pass the ball, be physical, and stay positive.”

⚫️ Future soccer goals?

To become a professional soccer player and represent Team USA! 🇺🇸⚽️

❤️ Is there a former coach or teammate you’d like to recognize?

“Coach Steve Champlin for always believing in me and having my back, and Isaiah Champlin for always living up to his potential and being a good teammate and friend.”

🥹❤️🖤

From her first days on the field to chasing big dreams, Saylor’s journey is exactly what our Then & Now series is all about!

We’re proud to have been part of your soccer journey, Saylor, and can’t wait to see where the game takes you next!

10/29/2026

❤️🖤⚽️ FCYSC THEN & NOW SPOTLIGHT: WESTYN PEGG! ⚽️🖤❤️

From his first days on the soccer field to competing with Riverhounds East and Laurel Highlands Middle School, Westyn Pegg’s journey is a great example of where hard work, dedication, and a love for the game can take you!

Today, we’re catching up with another former FCYSC player to see where his soccer journey has taken him! 🏆

🔴 MEET WESTYN!
⚽️ FCYSC Years: 2017–2025
⚽️ Current Teams: Riverhounds East & Laurel Highlands Middle School
⚽️ Position: Attacking Midfielder
⚽️ Jersey: #37
🎓 Class of 2031

🔴 How old were you when you started playing soccer?

💬 “Two years old with Soccer Shots!”

⚫️ Who were your FCYSC coaches?

💬 “Jerry Rogers & Paul Mihalko for travel and many other coaches for recreational soccer when I was younger.”

🔴 What did playing with FCYSC mean to you?

💬 “Playing soccer for FCYSC growing up meant so much more to me than just playing a sport. It gave me a place to make lifelong memories, build friendships, learn the value of teamwork, while developing a love for the game.”

Westyn credits FCYSC with teaching him discipline, hard work, and how to handle both wins and losses.

⚫️ What is your favorite FCYSC memory?

💬 “Some of my best memories have been spent at Menarcheck Fields on Saturday and Sunday with my teammates. One of my most memorable experiences was traveling to Edinboro in 2025 and winning the Championship for our bracket!”

🔴 Do you still play with former FCYSC teammates?

💬 “Yes, I play Middle School and Riverhounds with a lot of my former FCYSC teammates.”

⚫️ What has been your proudest soccer moment so far?

💬 “Being chosen as a select player to participate in the Midwest Games in Chicago, where I was also selected for the All-MSG 2013 Boys Team!” 🏆

🔴 What do you love most about soccer?

💬 “I love being part of a team and working together. I love the competition, making big plays, and pushing myself to become a better player every day.”

Westyn also values the friendships, memories, and life lessons the game has given him.

⚫️ What advice would you give younger FCYSC players?

💬 “Never stop working hard, even when no one is watching. Always listen to your coaches, be a good teammate, stay humble, and don’t be afraid to make mistakes.”

His biggest piece of advice?

“Don’t focus on being better than everyone else; focus on becoming the best player YOU can be.” ❤️

🔴 What are your future soccer goals?

💬 “My future soccer goals are to play High School soccer for Laurel Highlands High School, letter on varsity, and hopefully continue my soccer career at the collegiate level one day.”

⚫️ Is there a former FCYSC coach you’d like to recognize?

💬 “Jerry Rogers for always pushing me to my fullest potential and for being one of the coaches who shaped me into the player I am today.”

❤️🖤 FROM MENARCHECK FIELDS TO BIGGER DREAMS!

Westyn’s journey is exactly what our Then & Now series is all about. The friendships formed, lessons learned, and foundations built on our fields continue long after players move on to the next level.

We’re proud to have been part of your soccer story, Westyn, and can’t wait to see where the game takes you next!

⚽️ Once FCYSC, Always FCYSC! ❤️🖤

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Hopwood, PA
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Website

http://www.fcysc.com/

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