A club built
on belief.
Ohio Youth Academy started in 2013 with a handful of kids, a couple of coaches, and a borrowed field. What we lacked in resources we made up for in heart.
A decade later, OYA is a home for hundreds of young players across central Ohio. We run programs from U6 to U18, fielding recreational and competitive teams that play in regional and state-level leagues.
We believe soccer teaches the things that matter most: how to fail and try again, how to lift a teammate up, how to lead, and how to win with grace.
What we stand for
Every decision starts with what's best for the kids on the field.
Licensed, vetted, continuously trained — because coaching shapes everything.
Talent and effort matter more than zip code or background. Always.
We develop players for the long game — high school, college, and life.
Parents, siblings, and alumni are part of every team we field.
Discipline, sportsmanship, and respect for the game, every match.
Led by people who care.
Our coaching staff brings together former collegiate players, licensed professionals, and community leaders who've spent years investing in young athletes. Every coach shares one job: help each player become the best version of themselves.
