Jackson Hole Youth Soccer

Jackson Hole Youth Soccer (JHYS) is the local non-profit youth soccer organization for Teton County, running recreational, competitive, indoor, and adaptive (TOPSoccer) programs for kids ages roughly 4-14, plus camps, clinics, and an annual tournament. The right fit is families with kids who want regular soccer in a structured local program. The wrong fit is adult-league players or visitors looking for a one-time pickup game.

Inside the operation

Multiple seasonal programs across the year. A core seven-week MLS Go Youth Soccer season covering basic recreational play. A Fall High School Soccer Program for older youth. An eight-week indoor program ("The Skill Zone") that runs through the off-season. Soccer On! camps and clinics during summer and school breaks. A TOPSoccer program for young athletes with disabilities, run by volunteers. The annual Jackson Hole United Cup tournament. Practices and games run at fields throughout the valley; the office is at 1135 Gregory Lane.

Why families enroll here

Three reasons. First, JHYS is the established youth-soccer pathway in the valley; kids who want to play here mostly play here. Second, program breadth covers the full range from first-time four-year-olds through high-school competitive, with adaptive programming alongside. Third, the operation is volunteer-supported and community-rooted, which keeps cost reasonable and family involvement high.

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Registration runs online through the JHYS website. Each program has its own age cutoffs, schedule windows, and registration deadlines; sign up early because rosters fill. Standard gear is athletic clothes, shin guards, and soccer cleats; cleats can be sourced locally. For TOPSoccer participation or volunteer opportunities, contact the office directly. For the United Cup, registration runs separately from regular-season programs.

Honest limits to know

Two honest tradeoffs. First, this is a structured-program operation, not drop-in pickup play; commit to the season schedule. Second, weather can move outdoor practices and games on short notice in early spring and late fall; build the family schedule with that flexibility in mind.

Local tip

For families new to the valley, registering for a fall recreational season is the easiest entry point. Schedules are predictable, gear requirements are minimal, and the social side of regular weekly practices is one of the fastest ways for new arrivals to meet other local families. Volunteer coaching opportunities also open up each season for parents wanting to be more involved.

Worth it?

For youth soccer in Teton County across recreational, competitive, indoor, and adaptive programs, JHYS is the call. Register early, plan around the season, and use the program as one of the better entry points to local family life.

FAQ

What ages do they cover?

Roughly ages 4 through 14, with separate high-school programming.

Is there an indoor option?

Yes, the eight-week Skill Zone indoor program runs through the off-season.

Do they run camps?

Yes, summer and school-break camps and clinics. Schedules are posted on the website.

Is there a program for athletes with disabilities?

Yes, the volunteer-led TOPSoccer program. Contact the office to participate or volunteer.