RESOURCES
At Rochester FC, we believe in supporting our athletes, families, and community both on and off the field. This page provides access to trusted soccer development tools, mental health resources, and additional community supports that promote player wellness, safety, and long-term growth.
U.S. SOCCER LEARNING CENTER
Center for Health, Innovation, and Performance articles. Coaching Resources can be found here.
ATHLETE WELLBEING
The Center for Athlete Wellbeing is the premier athlete-led, expert-verified hub for mental health and wellbeing. We connect athletes, coaches, and parents with trusted resources, cutting-edge sports science, and proven tools to help athletes thrive — in sport and in life.
SAFESPORT
U.S. Soccer has developed the Safe Soccer Framework as a foundation from which all participants in the soccer community, be they athletes, coaches, referees, administrators or volunteers, play an active role in creating an environment free from emotional, physical or sexual abuse.
SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS
US Youth Soccer is strongly committed to the development and support of soccer at the local grassroots level. From grassroots programming to USYS University, we dedicate resources that help our USYS family attract new fans for life.
soccer drills and games
Improve your skills at home or enhance your team sessions with these free and accessible training libraries.
- SoccerDrive – Drills & Games Library https://www.soccerdrive.com/soccer-drills
- SoccerXpert – Youth & Adult Soccer Drills https://soccerxpert.com
- 360Player Drill Library https://en-us.360player.com/drills
- Soccer-Coaches.com – Free Coaching Drills https://soccer-coaches.com
Academic Support & Tutoring (for Players/Students)
- Sylvan Learning of Rochester – Academic tutoring in math, reading, and study skills.
- Mathnasium – Math tutoring center.
- College Tutors of Rochester– One-on-one tutoring services.
- Volunteer Opportunities
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Mental Health Support Resources
Your mental well-being is just as important as your physical performance. If you or someone you know needs support, these local and national resources are available.
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
📞 Immediate Crisis Support (National)
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — Call or text 988 anytime for 24/7 support for emotional distress or suicidal thoughts. Website: https://988lifeline.org/
- Crisis Text Line — Free text support for anyone in crisis. Text HOME to 741-741 (via 988 Lifeline)
- SAMHSA National Helpline — Free, confidential 24/7 treatment referral and information service https://www.samhsa.gov/
- United Way 211 Lifeline — Call 211 for help locating local mental health resources, housing support, financial help, and more. https://www.211.org/get-help/mental-health
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
Rochester Local Resources
- University of Rochester Medicine Mental Health Crisis Line — 24/7 trained counselors. https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/conditions-and-treatments/mental-health-wellness-department
- Behavioral Health Access & Crisis Center (Rochester Regional Health) — Walk-in urgent care for mental health issues (no appointment needed). https://www.rochesterregional.org/locations/behavioral-health/st-marys
- NAMI Rochester (National Alliance on Mental Illness – local affiliate) — Support groups, education, and advocacy. https://www.namiroc.org
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
ATHLETES FOR HOPE
- The Center for Athlete Wellbeing is the premier athlete-led, expert-verified hub for mental health and wellbeing. We connect athletes, coaches, and parents with trusted resources, cutting-edge sports science, and proven tools to help athletes thrive — in sport and in life. https://www.athletesforhope.org/center-for-athlete-wellbeing/
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