Royal Sporting NY and Manhasset Soccer Club Announce Strategic Partnership
Elite Youth Soccer Pathway Coming to Long Island’s North Shore for the 2026–27 Season
Long Island, NY — Royal Sporting Group and Manhasset Soccer Club (MSC) today announced a strategic partnership to jointly field a competitive youth soccer program in the National Academy League (NAL) beginning with the 2026–27 season.
The collaboration represents a landmark moment for youth soccer on Long Island’s North Shore, establishing an elite pathway-level program that will allow local athletes to train and compete at the highest levels without leaving the North Shore.
Royal Sporting Group has built its reputation as one of Long Island’s most respected youth soccer training organizations on Long Island – anchored in player-first development, strong values, and deep community engagement. Manhasset Soccer Club, one of the North Shore’s most established community clubs, shares those principles. This partnership formalizes a longstanding working relationship between the two organizations and channels it into a competitive program designed to serve the region’s most ambitious young players.
A Partnership Built on Shared Values
This announcement did not emerge overnight. Royal Sporting Group has served as the training backbone behind Manhasset Soccer Club’s intramural and travel program, building a foundation of trust, alignment, and shared purpose in the community. The NAL partnership is a natural extension of that relationship—a formalization of the community-driven collaboration that has already shaped the development of hundreds of young players in the area.
Together, both organizations are committed to creating a program that meets the demands of elite competition while preserving the values that define community soccer: accessibility, inclusivity, and a genuine investment in every player’s growth.
From Manhasset Soccer Club
“Manhasset Soccer Club is excited for the opportunity to work with Royal Sporting, and participate in bringing an elite program to our area’s young athletes. MSC expects the program to expand upon our goals, and believes that its leadership and resources will prove vital to creating a superior yet inviting environment that will develop new soccer players and fans, and establish elite player pathways to fuel our Men’s and Women’s National Teams.
With a high level program available to players so close to home, local athletes can finally represent their town clubs, while they train and compete at high levels, right here on the North Shore of Nassau County. Manhasset Soccer is delighted that this pathway also provides the opportunity for all neighboring communities to join our elite athletes under the unparalleled training leadership that Royal Sporting has shown to our intramural and travel teams. We look forward to continuing our support of US Soccer’s vision of bringing communities together through soccer, and fostering the growth and development of youth at all levels of the game.”
— Ernie Tonorezos, Manhasset Soccer Club President
From Royal Sporting Group
“Our mission is to create an environment where players proudly represent the badge, compete at a high level, and grow both on and off the field. Through professional coaching, structured training programs, and exposure to elite competition, we aim to guide each athlete through every stage of their development.
This RSG/MSC partnership emphasizes:
- Player Development Pathways – Supporting athletes from grassroots to elite levels
- National Competition Exposure – Showcasing talent on a broader stage
- Character & Leadership Growth – Instilling discipline, teamwork, and accountability
- College & Career Guidance – Assisting players in reaching the next level in their soccer journey
Together, we are dedicated to shaping not just better players, but well-rounded individuals who represent the club with pride and excellence.”
— Carlo Acquista, Club Executive Director
For interested players and families, Royal Sporting Manhasset will be hosting identification sessions in the coming months. Please see the upcoming ID session dates below:
- April 19, 2026
- April 26, 2026
- May 3, 2026
- May 17, 2026
- June 7, 2026
- June 14, 2026
Click here to register for the ID sessions.
About Royal Sporting Group
Royal Sporting Group is a Long Island–based youth soccer training organization committed to player-first development, community engagement, and building sustainable pathways in the sport. Through its partnerships with community clubs, school programs, and training academies across Nassau County, Royal Sporting Group has become a cornerstone of youth soccer development on Long Island.
