Our Organization
The Bristol Youth Soccer Association (BYSA) is dedicated to promoting the game of soccer for children and young adults in Bristol, Rhode Island. Our mission is to foster a love of the sport while encouraging teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth both on and off the field. Serving players of all skill levels, BYSA offers recreational and competitive programs designed to develop technical skills, tactical understanding, and a strong sense of community. Through seasonal leagues, skills clinics, and travel teams, we provide opportunities for players to learn, compete, and have fun in a positive and supportive environment. Our volunteer coaches and dedicated board members work hard to ensure a safe, inclusive, and enriching experience for every participant. BYSA strives to inspire a lifelong appreciation of soccer while helping our players build confidence, friendships, and memories that extend beyond the game.
BYSA Board Contact
President
Dennis Matos
Email: president@bristolyouthsoccer.com
Vice President
Seth Taylor
Email:vicepresident@bristolyouthsoccer.com
Corresponding Secretary, Recording Secretary, and Referee Director
Rick Chace
Email: CorrespondingSec@bristolyouthsoccer.com
Email: Recordingsec@bristolyouthsoccer.com
Email: Refereedir@bristolyouthsoccer.com
Coaching Director
Joe Benevides
Email:coachingdir@bristolyouthsoccer.com
Competitive Registrar
Mike Tavares
Email:competitiveregistrar@bristolyouthsoccer.com
Boys Competitive Director
Aaron Sylvia
Email: compdir@bristolyouthsoccer.com
Girls Competitive Director
Nick Overy
Email: compdir@bristolyouthsoccer.com
Seth Taylor
Email: recdirector@bristolyouthsoccer.com
Treasurer
Vanessa Tavares
Email: treasurer@bristolyouthsoccer.com
Ken Alves