Elite Training.
Unmatched Grit.
Our mission is to be leaders in youth soccer development and competition. Building complete players with character, discipline, and a winning mentality. We challenge athletes through meaningful training and games, and give them the tools to forge their own path.
Meet the team
Executive Leadership
Guided by decades of experience at the youth, collegiate, professional, and international levels.
Carlo Acquista
Carlo brings over 20 years of high-level player development experience to Royal Sporting New York. His expertise spans professional scouting and collegiate head coaching, ensuring our academy operates at the highest technical standard.
Experience
- Head Coach, Fordham University Division 1
- USSF 'A' License Holder
- 25 Year NCAA Head Coach
- Former NY Red Bulls MLS Pro Scout
- 3x Conference Coach of the Year
- 5x NCAA Appearances
- Produced multiple All-American and professional players
The Royal Standard
The Royal Standard is our promise of what every player and family can expect—every season, every session, every match. We are development-first, but never development-only.
We believe the best growth happens when players are challenged in real competition, held to clear standards, and trusted to take ownership of their journey.
We don’t hand players a path. We build the environment, the habits, and the confidence for them to forge their own.
What the Standard Means
Development With Purpose
Every session is designed to improve decision-making, technique, and game understanding—not just run drills. Players learn why and when to execute, not only how.
Competition That Builds
We compete to win the right way—through effort, resilience, and intelligent play. Competition is a classroom: it reveals habits, mindset, and moments to grow.
Player Ownership
We coach athletes to be independent problem-solvers. Players are encouraged to take risks, learn from mistakes, and become leaders who can adapt to any game.
Standards Over Shortcuts
We value discipline, accountability, and consistency. We don’t chase quick wins at the expense of long-term development. Progress is earned through habits.
Team First, Always
We develop individuals inside a team culture—respect, communication, and responsibility. Players learn that greatness is built through contribution, not entitlement.
What Parents Can Expect
- Clear communication and transparency
- Coaches who teach, challenge, and connect
- A culture of high standards with genuine support
- A focus on long-term player growth—on and off the field
What We Ask From Players
- Effort, focus, and coachability
- Courage to compete and make mistakes
- Respect for teammates, opponents, and the game
- Ownership of their development
Inaugural
Season
We are currently building new teams for the Royal Sporting New York Academy. Players will have the opportunity to join and compete in our Summer 2026 program, giving them an early start in our training and match environment.
Following the summer phase, players can continue into our first full Academy season in Fall 2026, where teams will compete in EDP.
Built as a club-neutral platform, our mission is simple: to create an additional pathway for players who want more competition, more development, and more game and training opportunities.
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Tryout Details
2026/27 Age Calculator
Determine your player's official U.S. Soccer age group for the 2026-2027 Season based on the new August 1st cutoff.
Note: Rows starting from August represent the shift in age group (the new cutoff). The highlighted cell in the chart above indicates your specific placement for the 2026/27 Season.
