Kentucky Premier League.
The Kentucky Premier League has been setting the standard for competitive soccer in Kentucky since its establishment in 2014. As a premier platform designed to cultivate the highest standards of competition within Kentucky, the Kentucky Premier League is dedicated the creating an unparalleled playing environment for top teams. With its impressive growth and unwavering commitment to excellence, the KPL now hosts diverse divisions and teams across multiple age groups from both male and female athletes, fostering a nurturing ground for talent, sportsmanship and love for the game.
KPL Academy.
Step into the world of the KPL Academy, where our mission is to craft a seamless pathway for budding soccer talents. This path leads them into the dynamic realm of competitive soccer within the esteemed Kentucky Premier League. As an integral part of the KPL, the Academy places a dedicated focus on fostering the all-round development of U9 and U10 players. Here, every child’s soccer journey is characterized by skill enhancement, teamwork, and an unwavering passion for the game.
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Administrative Information
Club Pass Information:
KPL allows the use of club pass players in all of its games. A club pass player is defined as “a player registered with your club, but not this specific team, who is age eligible to be rostered with your team.” A KPL team may utilize a set number of club pass players for any game. It is usually defined as 1/5th of the total roster numbers with a maximum of five (5) total club pass players. These players must be included in the Game Day Card with a CP designation and count towards your “Gameday 18”.
Frequently Asked Questions
Registration for the KPL and KPL Academy is done through the GotSport system. Applications are released each season for teams to apply.
The Kentucky Premier League offers age groups from 11U to 19U for both male and female athletes. Depending on the number of registered teams, the 18U and 19U divisions may be combined.
The KPL Academy offers age groups for 9U and 10U divisions for both male and female athletes.
The Kentucky Premier League will host as many as three (3) divisions per age group determined by the number of applicants. Generally, there will be two (2) divisions in the 14U and below age groups and only one (1) in the 15U and above age groups.
The KPL Academy will host as many as three (3) divisions per age group determined by the number of applicants.
Kentucky Premier League teams are guaranteed a minimum of five (5) games and the maximum number of games will be determined by the number of teams accepted into the respective KPL Division.
For the KPL Academy, 9U teams are guaranteed a minimum of six (6) games through a collaborative scheduling process. 10U teams are guaranteed a minimum of five (5) games. The maximum number of games will be determined by the number of teams accepted into the respective KPL Academy Divisions.
The Kentucky Premier League and KPL Academy will be split into two seasons; Fall and Spring for the 9U – 14U Divisions. The Fall season will run from August to December and the Spring season will run from February to June. The 15U-19U Divisions will begin play in November of each year and should conclude their required scheduled games by June 15 of the following year.
Kentucky Premier League teams will be required to schedule games themselves. The KPL Commissioner will host a scheduling meeting to inform teams/clubs of any blacked-out dates and mandatory play dates along with information on best scheduling practices.
The KPL Academy Teams will also self-schedule all 9U and 10U games, meaning teams will be required to schedule games themselves. The KPL Commissioner will host a scheduling meeting to inform teams/clubs of blacked-out dates and mandatory play dates along with information on best scheduling practices. 9U and 10U teams will be responsible for coordinating referee assignments and payment of all fees directly with their local assignors.
Kentucky Premier League registration for 11U-14U will open in June of each year via the KYSA-provided online registration system and close three weeks after opening. Registration for the 15U-19U Divisions will open in September of each year via the KYSA-provided online registration system and close two weeks after opening.
KPL Academy registration will open in June of each year via the KYSA-provided online registration system and will close two weeks after opening.
The technical committee, KPL Commissioner, and Director of Competition will review all applications and begin to notify teams of acceptance into the Kentucky Premier League and/or KPL Academy about one (1) week after registration closes.
Yes, unless the teams participate in the US Youth Soccer National League or with express approval from the KPL Office.
GLC and U.S Youth Soccer National League requirements do not apply to the KPL Academy.
Kentucky Premier League results will not be used directly in the determination of open cup participation/seeding. However, KPL staff reserve the right to use results in a more determinative manner.
As of now, please note that KPL Academy results will not impact state tournament participation and seeding, as there are currently no 9U and 10U state tournaments in place.
Goals of the KPL
- Select-Level Pyramid: Our goal is to establish a structured pyramid of select-level play for KYSA member clubs and teams. By offering different tiers of competition, we provide opportunities for clubs to progress and players to thrive in an environment that matches their skill level.
- Comprehensive Development: Our focus extends beyond the field, aiming to provide comprehensive opportunities for player, coach, and referee development. The KPL serves as a catalyst for growth, encouraging clubs to enhance their programs, coaching methodologies, and player pathways.
- Player Advancement: One of our key objectives is to advance the identification, training, and progression of players with state, regional, and national caliber potential. The KPL provides a stage for aspiring talents to showcase their skills and take the next steps in their soccer journey.
- Passion for Soccer: We endeavor to foster a spirit of friendly competition while staying true to the joy of the game and nurturing a lifelong love for soccer. The KPL fosters a passion that will guide players through their soccer journey and beyond with skills like teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.
Goals of the KPL Academy
- Integration and Accessibility: We aim to create a cohesive ecosystem within KPL, enabling smooth transitions for young players as they progress from the Academy to the Kentucky Premier League. By collecting valuable data on our academy teams, we ensure the future placement becomes a seamless and informed process.
- Enhanced Entry Points: We are dedicated to making entry points into the KPL more accessible to youth soccer players across Kentucky. The KPL Academy serves as a nurturing foundation, preparing players for the challenges and camaraderie of competitive soccer.
- Skill and Character Development: At the heart of our Academy, we prioritize player development both on and off the field. Through engaging coaching and a positive learning environment, we foster not only soccer kills but important life skills such as teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.
- Passion for Soccer: We believe in nurturing a lifelong love for soccer. the KPL Academy instills the joy of the game in young players, fostering a passion that will guide them through their soccer journey and beyond.
Call the Kentucky Youth Soccer Office at (859) 268-1254 or email the KPL Commissioner at [email protected]
Archived Kentucky Premier League Results
The archived results for the Kentucky Premier League are below. From the first tab, you can find the PDF documents of all the results. You can also click on the individual season tabs to see the results directly. Please note the 2019-2020 KPL season was not completed due to COVID-19 so the results are not listed.
| Age Group | Division | Champion | Finalist |
| U11 Girls | Premier | Lexington FC White | CKY Storm White |
| U11 Boys | Premier | Javanon Black | Javanon Red |
| U11 Boys | First | Kentucky Fire Juniors Premier Red | Lexington FC |
| U12 Girls | Premier | Lexington FC White | Javanon Black |
| U12 Boys | Premier | Kings Hammer Academy Red | Javanon Black |
| U12 Boys | First | Atletico Flames Maroon | LSA East |
| U13 Girls | Premier | Javanon Black | Lexington FC White |
| U13 Boys | Premier | SKY Academy | Javanon Black |
| U13 Boys | First | Chivas Lexington | Owensboro United |
| U14 Girls | Premier | Nelson Elite 05 Girls | Eastern Elite 05 |
| U14 Boys | Premier | Kings Hammer Academy Red | Javanon SC Black |
| U14 Boys | First | SKY Academy Boys | Javanon Red |
| U15 Girls | Premier | Lexington FC White | Kentucky Fire Juniors Red |
| U15 Boys | Premier | Javanon Black | Spencer County |
| U16 Girls | Premier | Kentucky Fire Juniors Premier Red | Javanon Black |
| U16 Boys | Premier | Lexington FC White | Kings Hammer Academy Red |
| U17 Girls | Premier | Kentucky Fire Juniors Premier Red | Lexington FC White |
| U17 Boys | Premier | OESA – KY Academy | Lexington FC White |
| U18/19 Girls | Premier | Kentucky Fire Juniors Premier Red | Lexington FC White |
| U18 Boys | Premier | Lexington FC White | Falls City Gold |
| U19 Boys | Premier | Javanon SC Black | Falls City SC Gold |
| Age Group | Division | Champion | Finalist |
| U12 Girls | Premier | Lexington FC White | SKY Academy Black |
| U12 Boys | Premier | Javanon SC Black | Kentucky Fire Juniors Premier Red |
| U12 Boys | First | Oldham SC Thoroughbreds | Lexington FC Red |
| U13 Girls | Premier | Kings Hammer Academy Red | Kings Hammer Academy Blue |
| U13 Boys | Premier | Javanon SC Black | Kings Hammer Academy Red |
| U13 Boys | First | OESA-KY Academy | Atletico Flames Maroon |
| U14 Girls | Premier | Kentucky Fire Juniors Premier Red | Lexington FC White |
| U14 Boys | Premier | Kings Hammer Academy Red | Javanon SC Black |
| U14 Boys | First | Northern Kentucky Soccer Academy | Spencer County SA Crew |
| U15 Girls | Premier | Lexington FC White | Northern Kentucky Soccer Academy |
| U15 Boys | Premier | Lexington FC White | OESA-KY Academy |
| U16 Girls | Premier | Lexington FC White | United 1996 International |
| U16 Boys | Premier | Lexington FC White | Kings Hammer Academy Red |
| U17 Girls | Premier | Lexington FC White | Kentucky Fire Juniors Premier Red |
| U17 Boys | Premier | Lexington FC White | Falls City Gold |
| U18/19 Girls | Premier | United 1996 International GU19 | United 1996 International GU18 |
| U18 Boys | Premier | Javanon SC Black | Kentucky Fire Juniors Premier Red |
| U19 Boys | Premier | Javanon SC Black | Falls City SC Gold |
| Age Group | Division | Champion | Finalist |
| U12 Girls | Premier | Lexington FC White | Nelson Elite |
| U12 Girls | First | SKY Pre-Academy | Northern Kentucky Soccer Academy |
| U12 Boys | Premier | Kings Hammer Academy Red | Lexington FC White |
| U12 Boys | First | Northern Kentucky Soccer Academy | Falls City Gold |
| U13 Girls | Premier | Kings Hammer Academy Red | Lexington FC White |
| U13 Boys | Premier | Lexington FC White | Javanon SC Black |
| U13 Boys | First | SKY Select Soccer | CKY Storm Boys White |
| U14 Girls | Premier | Kings Hammer Academy Red | Lexington FC White |
| U14 Boys | Premier | Lexington FC White | OESA-KY Academy |
| U14 Boys | First | Northern Kentucky Soccer Academy | Kings Hammer Academy Blue |
| U15 Girls | Premier | Kings Hammer Academy Red | United 1996 International |
| U15 Boys | Premier | Kings Hammer Academy Red | SKY Academy |
| U16 Girls | Premier | Kentucky Fire Juniors Premier Red | Lexington FC White |
| U16 Boys | Premier | Javanon SC Black | Lexington FC White |
| U17 Girls | Premier | Kentucky Fire Juniors Premier Red | Lexington FC White |
| U17 Boys | Premier | Lexington FC White | Javanon SC Black |
| U18/19 Girls | Premier | Javanon SC Black | United 1996 International |
| U18 Boys | Premier | Javanon SC Black | Falls City Gold |
| U19 Boys | Premier | Lexington FC White | Derby City Rovers |
| Age Group | Division | Champion | Finalist |
| U13 Girls | Premier | Kings Hammer Academy Red | Lexington FC White |
| U13 Boys | Premier | OESA-KY Academy | Lexington FC Boys White |
| U13 Boys | First | SKY Select Soccer | Bluegrass SC White |
| U14 Girls | Premier | Kentucky Fire Juniors Premier Red | Lexington FC White |
| U14 Boys | Premier | Lexington FC White | Kentucky Fire Juniors Premier Red |
| U15 Girls | Premier | Kentucky Fire Juniors Premier Red | Lexington FC White |
| U15 Boys | Premier | Javanon SC Black | Kentucky Fire Juniors Premier Red |
| U16 Girls | Premier | United 1996 International | Kentucky Fire Juniors Premier Red |
| U16 Boys | Premier | Kings Hammer Academy Red | Falls City Gold |
| U17 Girls | Premier | Lexington FC Girls White | Javanon SC Black |
| U17 Boys | Premier | Kings Hammer Academy Red | Lexington FC White |
| U18 Girls | Premier | Kentucky Fire Juniors Premier Red | Derby City Rovers |
| U18 Boys | Premier | Javanon SC Black | Lexington FC White |
| Age Group | Champion | Finalist |
| U13 Girls | Kings Hammer | Lexington FC White |
| U13 Boys | Lexington FC White | Javanon 02 Black |
| U14 Girls | Lexington FC White | United 1996 International |
| U14 Boys | Kentucky Fire Juniors Premier Red | Javanon 01 Black |
| U15 Girls | Kentucky Fire Juniors Premier Red | Lexington FC White |
| U15 Boys | Kings Hammer Academy B99 Red | Derby City Rovers |
| U16 Girls | Kings Hammer Wiefering | Derby City Rovers |
| U16 Boys | Lexington FC White | Kentucky Fire Juniors Premier Red |
| U17 Girls | Lexington FC Girls White | Boyle Elite 98s |
| U17 Boys | Kings Hammer Academy B97 Red | Javanon 98 Black |
| U18 Girls | Kentucky Fire Juniors Premier Red | Lexington FC White |
| U18 Boys | Lexington FC White | Kentucky Fire Juniors Premier Red |
In Memoriam
Keegan Michael Peterson will be forever remembered in the hearts of those within the Kentucky Youth Soccer Association and beyond. Born on September 29, 2011, in Louisville, Kentucky, Keegan’s life was a vibrant tapestry woven with joy, laughter, and an undeniable love for soccer. His untimely departure on July 23, 2024, following a tragic accident, has left a void in our community that echoes the profound impact he had on all who knew him.
Keegan was not only a cherished son and brother but also a spirited teammate on the SYSA Valor 2011 Boys team. His tenure from fall 2021 through spring 2024 saw him not only compete in the KSSL Premier league but also share memorable moments on the field with numerous players across Kentucky. Known for wearing his #11 jersey, Keegan played the game with unparalleled passion and a smile that could light up any stadium. His magnetic personality and the giant heart with which he competed made him a beloved figure, not just within his team but also at every league, tournament, and camp he attended, including multiple sessions at Centre College soccer camps.
We honor Keegan’s legacy not only as a player who wore his jersey with pride and joy but as a young individual whose life exemplified the power of inclusion, laughter, and relentless positivity. His love for the game, coupled with his ability to make every practice feel like a celebration, reminds us all of the impact one young soul can have. As we reflect on his life, let us carry forward his spirit of joy and camaraderie, ensuring that his legacy endures in every game played and every laugh shared on and off the field. Keegan’s journey may have been cut short, but his influence on the world of soccer and the lives he touched will be remembered always.
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