About Us

We are a parent-founded nonprofit dedicated to the youth of Lago Vista, Jonestown, Point Venture, and the surrounding communities — giving every child a chance to play, grow, and belong.”

Established 2021.   Lago Vista, Texas.

 

 

VISION

To ensure every young person in our community experiences the joy of soccer — and to invest in the next generation of Lago Vista High School players

CORE VALUES

SPORTSMANSHIP – being fair and respectful to others in a sporting contest

INTEGRITY – being honest and doing the right thing even when it’s hard or when no one is looking

RESPECT – acting in a way that shows you care about others and their feelings and well-being

DISCIPLINE – the practice of obeying rules and demonstrating good behavior

EXCELLENCE – striving to be and do your best

FUN – enjoying or having pleasure in life

MISSION

The mission of the Lago Vista Soccer Club is to provide the opportunity for all interested in participating in youth soccer and to develop soccer skills to each player’s potential while building high self-esteem, good character, and physical abilities, and maintaining a fun environment.

 

OUR HISTORY

SPRING 2021

Lago Vista Football Club was born in Spring 2021, when a group of LVISD parents decided to bring soccer to their community. What started as a simple idea became two teams — a U8 and a U10 — with 19 kids taking the field for the first time

Partnership with Leander FC

Fall

2021

Rapid Growth – 2 Teams to 10 Teams

Just one season later, LVSC returned with its second season — and the community responded. Enrollment jumped to 86 players across 10 teams, a sign of the deep demand for youth soccer in the area.

Partnership with Leander FC

 

LAGO VISTA SOCCER CLUB

In January 2022, LVSC was officially established as a Texas Corporation and 501(c)(3) nonprofit — formalizing the club’s commitment to the community for the long term.

 Spring

2022

New Partnership and further growth

In Spring 2022, LVSC established an exciting new partnership with Lonestar Soccer Club in Cedar Park. Teams practiced right here in Lago Vista, then traveled to Melbourne Park in Cedar Park on Saturdays to compete against Lonestar and other area clubs.

The season saw the club grow to 104 players across 11 teams — spanning age groups from U5 to U11 — and every single team was led by a Lago Vista parent volunteer. That spirit of community ownership is what makes LVSC special.

LVSC remained 100% Parent Coached Recreational Soccer

Partnership with Lonestar Soccer Club

 

2022-2023

Recording breaking numbers

Over the 2022–23 school year, LVSC welcomed more than 180 different players across two seasons — representing 13% of LVISD students ages 5–13.

Spring 2023 grew to 16 teams, the club’s largest season yet.

Partnership with Lonestar Soccer Club

Fall

2023

Expanded  Partnership

By Fall 2023, LVSC’s rapid growth brought new challenges. Volunteer capacity was stretched thin, and leadership considered scaling back to a single season per year— but player demand was too strong.

LVSC responded by partnering with UK Soccer School, whose coaching staff and support systems helped sustain the club and keep soccer alive in Lago Vista.

Spring

2026

New Era – Executive Director Stephen Guastella

In 2026, after 5 years and 10 seasons, LVSC leadership made the decision to bring the club’s direction back to its roots — a locally led, community-first organization. That vision led to the hiring of LVSC’s first Executive Director, Stephen Guastella.

 

Coach Stephen is no stranger to the beautiful game. An Austin-area native and Vandegrift High School graduate, he was a 4-year varsity starter before going on to play at Concordia University Texas, where he earned a degree in Kinesiology. He then played three seasons in the UPSL and even took his career overseas to Umeå, Sweden — all while completing a Master’s degree in December 2022.

Beyond his playing résumé, Stephen brings a genuine passion for developing young players and growing the game at the grassroots level. He is committed to working hand-in-hand with LVISD coaches, the City of Lago Vista, and local businesses to strengthen the club that parents built from scratch in 2021.

Stephen is also deeply connected to this community. He is married to Abigayle Terry, whose family has called Lago Vista home since 2000. The two have a 15-month-old daughter, Ellie Kaye — who has already been spotted trying to get in on trainings and games.

LVSC’s next chapter is in good hands.

“I am glad to have an opportunity to be a part of a Lago Vista team, so that my child can participate amongst peers.”
– Spring ’22 Parent

 

International Football Association Board

We play according to the rules and guidelines of IFBA

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Leadership

Chris Childs

President

Patrice Surley

Treasurer/Field Commissioner 

Allison Gerwick

Director

 

Director