Train with others from the Deaf community no matter your goals for soccer.
The Next Level of Deaf Soccer Starts Now
1st Ever USA Deaf Soccer Youth Development Camp
May 21 to May 24, 2026
Fayetteville, GA
Application Open Until April 21
Four Days. Unique Opportunity. Real Development.
The USA Deaf Soccer Development Camp is designed for motivated players who want to be challenged, grow their game, and learn in a competitive environment alongside others from the Deaf soccer community. This first-ever camp will bring together selected d/Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing players from across the country for four days of training, evaluation, connection, and learning from coaches trained to work with d/Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing athletes.
Players selected for camp will train with USA Deaf Soccer staff and be part of a unique environment alongside U.S. Soccer’s Adapt and Thrive programming with a chance to meet the U.S. Deaf Men’s and Women’s National Teams.
Who Should Apply
This opportunity is for players who:
- Are 12–17 years old
- Are deaf or hard of hearing
- Compete at a strong club, school, academy, or other high-level youth soccer environment
- Are coachable, competitive, and ready for a challenging learning environment
- Want to grow both on the field and as part of the Deaf soccer community
What Makes This Different
This is not a recreational camp and it is not a general open event. The USA Deaf Soccer Development Camp is intended for players who are ready for a more competitive environment and who want to be evaluated, developed, and challenged.
Selected players will have the chance to:
- Train in a high-level environment
- Learn from coaches with d/Deaf soccer and youth development experience
- Build relationships with other d/Deaf and hard of hearing players
- Observe and connect with role models from the Deaf national team pathway
- Take part in an inaugural event that helps shape the future of youth USA Deaf Soccer in the U.S.
Camp Specifics
May 21 - 24, 2026
- Each day will have two trainings, morning and afternoon/evening
- Each evening, dinner will be provided with a film review or leadership training
- The team will play in a friendly vs. a local club for the first every youth game.
Camp Fee: $400
Fees Include:
- Three player dinners
- U.S. Soccer-hosted meal on Saturday
- ASL-certified interpreters
- Game fees
- Coaching and technical staff
- Performance and technical testing at the new Sogility facility
Families are responsible for all travel and lodging
Selection Proccess
Application Process
Complete the interest form so our staff can learn more about the player, playing background, and current team environment. USA Deaf Soccer will review applications and may reach out to the player’s current coach for a recommendation. Players who move forward will also be asked to provide a game or highlight videos.
Final Selection
USA Deaf Soccer will complete short interviews with all athletes considered for invitation. Final spots will be awarded by late April 2026.
A Few More Details
Coaching Staff
Led by coaches and leaders with experience in d/Deaf soccer and youth soccer development. All coaches are US Soccer licensed coaches who have worked at youth, high school and college levels. The staff also includes a former Deaf Women’s National Team player and a Deaf Educator.
Lodging
While space is limited USA Deaf Soccer is reccomending the Hilton Peachtree City Atlanta Hotel & Conference Center. The hotel has provided a small discount to players families and this location will serve as a main headquarters for the U.S. Soccer Adapt and Thrive event.
On-site Athletic & ASL Staff
Access and proper care is key to our values at USA Deaf Soccer so we ensure that there are trained ASL interperets and Atheltic trainer(s) on-site for campers during all team activities.
Transportation
USA Deaf Soccer is actively working on transportation options to/from the airport to the Peachtree City area. However, transportation to and from training and other team events will be the responsibility of the player’s family. Families attending will be able to connect to organize a carpool or other support together.