About GBYSL

Rooted here.
Built for every player.

Northern Nevada's most experienced youth soccer league, connecting players, families, coaches, clubs, and communities since 1984.

1984Established in
Northern Nevada
Our Story

A lasting home for the game

Great Basin Youth Soccer League provides soccer development, team building, friendships, outdoor exercise, and healthy competition for players from their first season through elite youth play.

GBYSL has served Northern Nevada through decades of growth and change. Many alumni have continued into college and professional soccer, carrying with them lessons in teamwork, ethics, fairness, and sportsmanship.

Today the league connects more than 3,500 players each season across recreational soccer, Select competition, and Northern Nevada ODP.

Players First

Decisions begin with safe, age-appropriate opportunities for young athletes.

Community

Local teams, volunteer coaches, regional clubs, and public partners working together.

Fair Play

Respect for teammates, opponents, coaches, and officials at every level.

A Path Forward

A connected route from first kicks to competitive and elite development.

A message to families

Keep the game fun.

Be positive, be supportive, and encourage every player. Let coaches coach, allow players to make decisions and learn from mistakes, and treat officials with respect.

GBYSL does not tolerate abuse of referees or players. The result fades quickly; the example adults set for young athletes lasts much longer.

Governance & Safety

League documents

The policies and standards that guide GBYSL programs. Program-specific cancellation information lives on each program page.

GBYSL By-LawsOrganization governance Rule & Policy DocumentLeague-wide standards Select HandbookCompetitive league rules Referee Abuse PolicyUS Soccer policy