Founded in 1976, Manatee Area Youth Soccer Organization has provided a quality soccer program for boys and girls in the greater Manatee area. MAYSO emphasizes fun, character development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and loyalty through the many different aspects of soccer. MAYSO is founded on cooperation with desire to uphold equal opportunities for all children who desire to play the most popular sport in the world. They provide many different levels of play through balanced recreational and progressive competitive stages that promote positive fundamentals for youth development by working with parents, coaches, and players with essentials that teach the spirit of the game and measure success by the effectiveness of the development programs. Dedicated to youth development, MAYSO is committed to investing in the future of our community.