NY Empire FC ISX hosted its highly anticipated Youth Media Day  this weekend at Portledge School , bringing together more than 100 players  for a day of professional spotlight, inspiration, and celebration of the club’s growing international ambitions. The event transformed the Portledge School Gymnasim into a full-scale media hub, where every participating athlete received professional individual photographs  and sat down for on-camera interviews  with the NY Empire FC media

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This past Friday evening, NY Empire FC rolled out the red carpet for its newest youth players heading to Spain in 2026, hosting a vibrant and memorable  ISX Spain 2026 Welcome Party  at the SUSA Orlin & Cohen Sports Complex. The event welcomed players, their families, and friends into the NY Empire family with open arms—and plenty of celebration. The atmosphere was electric as players arrived and were officially introduced to their new teammates, coaches, and club leadership.

NY Empire is proud to announce the opening of applications for the ISX 2026 Scholarship Program. Through these selective awards, Empire continues its commitment to making international soccer experiences accessible to talented players whose potential deserves every opportunity to shine. Each year, a limited number of ISX scholarships are granted to players who demonstrate both clear financial need and strong soccer potential. The program reflects Empire’s broader mission to i

As we shared at the parent meeting, NY Empire FC is excited to officially launch our partnership with Snap! Raise . Snap! Raise will be our dedicated platform for each player to host their own fundraising campaign — a planned and strategic initiative to help make our trip to the 2026 Donosti Cup in San Sebastián, Spain,  more affordable for every player and family. Snap! Raise is the nation’s #1 online fundraising platform and has helped hundreds of thousands of programs rais

NYEFC is proud to announce the final tryouts for boys and girls born 2010–2017  to join the NYEFC x Spain 2026 teams . Selected players will represent the club in July 2026 at the prestigious Donosti Cup in Spain , one of the world’s largest youth soccer tournaments. This is the last opportunity  for players to earn their spot and be part of an unforgettable international experience.

NY Empire FC’s International Soccer Xperience (ISX) continued with high intensity as day two and three of tryouts wrapped up this week, showcasing some of the top young soccer talent across New York. The program, designed to build and prepare elite teams for the prestigious Donosti Cup in Spain (July 2026), is already setting the stage for an exciting year of development. Players from across the region—representing a wide range of ages and backgrounds—took the field, each com

The journey to Spain has officially begun. On Tuesday, NY Empire FC launched the first day of its ISX Tryouts , a year-long program designed to build elite-level teams that will train together and then represent New York on the international stage at the 2026 Donosti Cup —the largest youth soccer tournament in the world. Three Sessions. One Goal: Excellence. Day 1 featured three high-energy sessions that showcased the depth of talent across New York: Session 1:  Boys 2017/201

The countdown is on — just two weeks left  to register for NY Empire FC’s ISX 2026 Youth Tryouts ! This is your chance to earn a roster spot  and represent NY Empire FC at the Donosti Cup in San Sebastián, Spain , one of the world’s largest international youth soccer tournaments. Two tryouts will be held — one in Suffolk County and one in Nassau County — to give all players the best chance to participate. Attending both sessions is strongly encouraged so our coaches can fully

NY Empire FC is thrilled to announce an additional tryout date for the upcoming ISX Spain 2026  youth teams — and it’s happening at the incredible Adelphi University’s Motamed Field , one of the premier soccer facilities in the region. With its pristine surface and professional atmosphere, it’s the perfect stage to showcase your skills. 📅 TRYOUT #2 Date:  Sunday, September 14th, 2025 Location:   Adelphi University – Motamed Field Schedule: Slot 1 (4:00 – 5:30 PM):  Boys 2017

NY Empire FC is excited to announce that tryout dates and times are officially set  for our ISX Spain 2026 Elite Youth Team . This is your chance to earn your spot  on an elite squad and represent NY Empire FC in one of the most prestigious youth tournaments in the world. Selected players will train together from January to June 2026 , building chemistry and preparing to compete at the Donosti Cup  in San Sebastián, Spain  — a global stage that draws top youth teams from acro

NY Empire FC hosted its Suffolk County ISX Talent ID Camp on Friday, July 19th, drawing over 300 players born between 2017 and 2010 to St. Joseph’s University’s Danzi Stadium. The event served as a key pre-tryout opportunity for athletes to showcase their abilities in front of NY Empire’s elite ISX coaching staff. The day was divided into four high-energy sessions, with players grouped by age and evaluated in a competitive and fast-paced environment. Over 20 highly respected

As the dust settles on a buzzing NY Empire FC Suffolk County ID Camp, the energy from the field still lingers. With over 300 players in attendance from across New York, the event was a massive success — and an early preview of what's to come for NY Empire FC’s ISX 2026 teams, who will train year-round and compete at the prestigious Donosti Cup in Spain, July 2026 . We sat down with several key members of the NY Empire coaching staff to hear their thoughts on the camp, their v

Building Culture, Camaraderie, and Championship Vision Ahead of the upcoming ISX ID Camp on July 18th , members of the NY Empire FC ISX coaching staff  gathered for a special behind-the-scenes evening to connect, align, and support the club’s growing culture of excellence. Coaches Keith Ginsberg, Michelle Barclay, Christina Dutcher, Kristina Gambino, George Yusuff, Cesar Eduardo , and Director of Coaching Max Ferro  met up for a casual pre-camp session that included team plan

NY Empire FC and ISX are bringing a free Youth Talent ID Clinic  to Suffolk County  on Friday, July 18th  at St. Joseph’s University’s Danzi Stadium in East Patchogue , and players born 2017 through 2010  are invited to showcase their talent and kickstart the opportunity of a lifetime. This exclusive clinic is your chance to train in front of the elite coaching staff of ISX and NY Empire FC  ahead of September tryouts . Teams are being formed this fall to train year-round an

NY Empire FC proudly announces the addition of Kristina Gambino  as Head Coach of the ISX Girls 2012 team. With a strong background both on the field and on the sidelines, Kristina brings a wealth of experience, energy, and leadership to the club’s growing girls program. Kristina currently serves as Head Girls Coach at UST FC Academy and holds five years of coaching experience developing young athletes. As a former NCAA Rookie of the Year and current player for both Brooklyn

NY Empire FC is proud to announce Osman “Ozzy” Canales as the Head Coach of the Boys 2017 team for the ISX (International Soccer Experience) program. This talented group is set to represent the club at the prestigious Donosti Cup in San Sebastián, Spain in July 2026. The team will begin training in January and continue through July in preparation for the tournament. Tryouts are scheduled for September 2025. Ozzy currently serves as the Lead 7v7 Coach at East Coast Football Cl

NY Empire FC is proud to announce George Yusuff as the Head Coach of the Boys 2012 International Soccer Experience (ISX) team, set to compete at the prestigious Donosti Cup in San Sebastián, Spain in July 2026. Tryouts for this elite travel team will take place in September. George Yusuff brings a unique and dynamic background to the role, blending professional playing experience with a deep commitment to youth development. A current player on the NY Empire FC men’s team, Geo

NY Empire FC is proud to announce Naeem Charles as the Head Coach of the Boys 2014 team for the prestigious International Soccer Experience (ISX), which includes competition at the 2026 Donosti Cup in Spain. Known for his dynamic playing style and passion for the game, Naeem brings a high-level professional background and a commitment to youth development that aligns perfectly with the club’s mission. Naeem’s coaching career began in 2016 with Park Slope United, now Brooklyn

NY Empire FC is proud to announce that Ricardo “Ricky” Ayala has been appointed as the Head Coach of the ISX Girls 2015 team. With an eye on long-term development and global competition, Coach Ayala will lead the team throughout the year in preparation for the prestigious Donosti Cup , taking place in San Sebastián, Spain in July 2026 . The Donosti Cup is widely recognized as one of the most prestigious international youth tournaments in the world , attracting elite teams fro