UPDATE: Due to the extreme cold temperates expected in the area, the FYSA TOPSoccer event has been postponed to March 8. Please email youth@rowdiessoccer.com with any questions regarding the postponment.
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (Jan. 26, 2026) — The Tampa Bay Rowdies are excited to announce the club has teamed up with Florida Youth Soccer Association (FYSA) TOPSoccer to host “TOPSoccer: Soccer Around the World” on Sunday, February 1 at the Rowdies Training Facility.
Inspired by the excitement surrounding the return of the FIFA World Cup to American soil this summer, the February event will celebrate how soccer brings the world—and communities—together through an inclusive experience for athletes of all abilities. Through its affiliation with US Youth Soccer, TOPSoccer offers safe and encouraging spaces for children and adults with intellectual, emotional, or physical disabilities to experience the joy of soccer.
Participants will “travel the world” through interactive soccer stations designed with accessibility in mind, including options for athletes using wheelchairs, walkers, and other mobility supports. Each station will reflect the spirit of the global game—focusing on inclusion, friendship, confidence, and the joy of being on the field together.
“Just like the World Cup showcases the world’s love for soccer, this event showcases what’s possible when everyone is welcomed into the game,” said Jennifer DiTillio, FYSA TOPSoccer Chair. “We’re grateful to partner with the Tampa Bay Rowdies to create a morning that’s fun, supportive, and unforgettable for our athletes and families.”
The event is free for all athletes ages 4 years or older, but registration is required. Click here to register for the event.
Volunteer buddies are welcome to register to support athletes throughout the event. Volunteers are vital to the event, ensuring each athlete enjoys an engaging, safe, and rewarding experience. Those interested in volunteering for the event can do so by clicking here.
TOPSoccer: Soccer Around the World Details
When: Sunday, February 1 Postponed to March 8
Time: 9:00-11:00 a.m. New time TBA
Volunteer Check-In: 8:00 a.m. New Time TBA
Where: Rowdies Training Facility (8108 Benjamin Rd, Tampa, FL)
About FYSA: Florida Youth Soccer Association (FYSA) is a 501(c)(3) affiliated with U.S. Youth Soccer and the US Soccer Federation, comprised of 200+ clubs/leagues, 105,000+ registered players, and 20,000+ coaches/officials. The association governs recreational, competitive soccer clubs at multiple skill levels, operates leagues, the FYSA Olympic Development Programs (ODP), state tournaments, coach education programs, and TOPSoccer, a program for children with special needs.
About TOPSoccer: TOPSoccer (The Outreach Program for Soccer) is a community-based training and team placement program for young athletes with disabilities. The program is designed to bring the opportunity of learning and playing soccer to any boy or girl with disabilities. The Florida Youth Soccer Association / US Youth Soccer TOPSoccer program provides assistance to affiliated organizations with ways to enable players with mental or physical disabilities to play soccer.
