The 2026 LIJSL Convention Is Where Long Island Soccer Comes Together

The 2026 LIJSL Convention is set to bring the Long Island soccer community under one roof for a weekend focused on connection, growth, and opportunity. Taking place February 28 through March 1 at the Huntington Hilton in New York, the event is positioned as a central meeting point for clubs, coaches, parents, players, and industry partners who shape the local game.

This year’s convention is built around four core pillars: professional connection, club development, exclusive deals, and community opportunity.

Connect With Pro Soccer Clubs and Their Coaches

Access to professional insight is one of the most valuable aspects of any soccer convention. The 2026 LIJSL Convention offers direct opportunities to meet professional coaches and trainers from pro soccer clubs.

For club leaders and directors, this creates a pathway to explore partnerships, player development models, and coaching education strategies. For coaches, it’s a rare opportunity to ask questions, exchange philosophies, and gain exposure to higher-level methodologies.

The value here is not theoretical. Conversations that begin at events like this often lead to:

• Coaching collaborations

• Player identification opportunities

• Training camp partnerships

• Guest session invitations

• Long-term development discussions

Professional exposure elevates the standard of the local game. The convention provides an environment where those conversations can happen organically.

Upgrade Your Club With the Right Partners

The convention highlights companies that specialize in helping community-based soccer clubs thrive. These businesses often provide solutions in areas such as:

• Uniform and equipment supply

• Facility partnerships

• Technology platforms

• Registration systems

• Marketing and sponsorship development

Club administrators can evaluate vendors face-to-face, compare options, and explore services that improve both the player experience and internal operations.

Score Unbeatable Deals on Equipment and Apparel

Events like this are also practical. Soccer programs operate within budgets, and equipment expenses can accumulate quickly.

The 2026 LIJSL Convention offers attendees access to deals on athletic equipment and apparel. For clubs ordering in bulk or families preparing for upcoming seasons, the opportunity to secure discounted gear can make a meaningful difference.

Expect to find:

• Training equipment

• Match balls

• Team apparel

• Fan merchandise

• Club-branded accessories

Discover Community Opportunities for Parents and Players

The convention extends beyond administrators and coaches. It is designed for families and players as well.

Parents can explore services, programs, and resources that support youth development both on and off the field. From training programs to specialized camps, the event showcases opportunities that may not be widely visible throughout the year.

For players, the convention environment offers inspiration. Seeing the broader soccer ecosystem—clubs, vendors, professionals, and development pathways—reinforces the scope of possibilities within the sport.

A Weekend Designed for Every Member of the Soccer Community

Coaches gain education and connection. Club leaders find operational support.Parents discover opportunities.Players experience the broader culture of the game.

Long Island soccer has always been built on relationships. The LIJSL Convention reinforces that foundation by creating space for collaboration and shared growth.

What Attendees Can Expect

Attendees can anticipate a structured but energetic atmosphere that includes:

• Exhibitor booths from soccer-related businesses

• Networking opportunities with professional organizations

• Access to exclusive convention deals

• Conversations with trainers and coaches

• Exposure to community programs and services

Strengthening the Long Island Soccer Ecosystem

Youth soccer communities operate as interconnected systems. Clubs rely on families. Families rely on coaches. Coaches rely on organizational support and industry partnerships. The 2026 LIJSL Convention acts as a hub where those relationships converge.