Girls in Youth Soccer.🎀⚽ Soccer isn’t just for boys anymore.
- George Calmoti

- Jun 9
- 2 min read
Not too long ago, that idea felt radical. Today, it’s reality.
📊 Girls now make up 48% of youth soccer players in the U.S., with boys at 52%.
And that gap?
It’s closing year after year.
💪 One of the biggest reasons why?
🌟 The U.S. Women’s National Team.
With 4 World Cup titles, they haven’t just won trophies — they’ve changed the game.
They’ve inspired millions of girls to believe there is a place for them on the pitch — and not just to play, but to lead, to dominate, to shine.
👧 These days, girls aren’t asking if they belong in soccer.
They’re deciding whether to play forward, midfield, or defend the net.
And that’s a win for all of us.
⚽ Meanwhile, the guys are getting ready for their moment, too...
In 2026, the world’s biggest stage is coming to our backyard:
🌎 48 teams competing across
🇺🇸 11 cities in the U.S.
🇲🇽 3 in Mexico
🇨🇦 2 in Canada
🔥 All eyes will be on North America — and we’re hopeful the U.S. Men’s National Team will rise to the occasion, maybe even take a page from the women’s playbook and show that same heart, hustle, and pride. 😉
👟 Because soccer hasn’t been just a “men’s game” for a long time. It’s the sport of the future — and that future is fearless, diverse, and wide open.
🎩 Shoutout to all the parents raising strong, passionate girl soccer players. You’re part of the movement.
The rise of girls in youth soccer isn’t just about numbers — it’s about confidence, opportunity, and a shift in culture. When young girls see what’s possible, they start to believe in what they’re capable of. And when we support them, the whole game moves forward.

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