Club History

Keystone Athletic evolved out of two storied youth soccer clubs—Stroudsburg United and Pocono Mountain Youth Soccer Association—doing what’s best for their soccer community: Provide multiple environments for players of various skill levels and interests to learn and have fun. With over 46 years of experience the two organizations will build on this expertise to bring the sport to new levels for community enjoyment.  Founded in 1990 by a group of seven individuals, the Stroudsburg United Soccer Club (SUSC) originated in part because of the success of previous teams playing unaffiliated in the Lehigh Valley Youth Soccer League and also on observations some of the original board members had made during visits to Europe. The club was established with the goal of meeting the area’s growing youth soccer needs by providing a higher level of coaching and competition than was available at the time.The name Stroudsburg United was coined because of a desire to include all youth in the local area which was, at the time, primarily Monroe County. During the inaugural season, SUSC fielded four teams in the Lehigh Valley League, three boys’ teams and one girls’ team. Home games were played on the practice field at Stroudsburg High School. The boys’ teams consisted of a U-12 team coached by Dale Marsh, a U-14 team coached by Kevin Lavelle and a U-10 team coached by Ed Stevens and Ron Anders. The U-12 girls’ team was coached by Jim Hall. At the time, the club consisted of seven board members and approximately 70 players and coaches. The original board consisted of Kevin Yost (President), Kevin Lavelle (Secretary), Gary Olson (Treasurer), and members at large, Jim Hall, Dale Marsh, Glenn Yetter and Jack Fossett. Although not a board member, Dan Snyder, coach of the North Warren boys’ soccer team, was instrumental in helping set up the organization.

Our Vision

We will provide the opportunity for players, coaches and families to grow. Soccer provides a focal point for everyone in the community to evolve as players, coaches and fans. Our club strives to develop the sport of soccer within our region by providing opportunities to develop as players and citizens of this community.  We hope to engage, entertain and inspire all in our local soccer community so everyone can experience "the beautiful game" at all levels. Keystone Athletic will work with players and families to provide placement strategies for our members who aspire to play in college or professionally. We also provide a place for coaches to develop and pursue careers in professional coaching. We continue to forge ties with professional clubs around the world to provide opportunity for players and coaches. Come grow with us!  

Our Mission

• Provide a place for players of all levels to develop
• Provide highly qualified and licensed coaches
• Maintain a positive and fun atmosphere for players and their families
• Reach out and involve all members of the community
• Build on our integrated system of advancement and affiliate relationships to provide placement for aspiring players and coaches