Police called to youth soccer game involving talented 3-year-old player

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 4:49 PM

Last updated Oct 26, 2026

Police called to youth soccer game involving talented 3-year-old player
Summary

At a youth soccer game in Winter Park, Florida, police were called after concerns arose over a 3-year-old player named Nevada, who has been excelling in a league meant for older children. His parents reported that they felt he was being unfairly targeted due to his skills, leading to a confrontation between other parents and league officials. Nevada's mother stated that the incident has left him feeling traumatized and reluctant to return to the game. The league has offered the family a refund for his registration and is reviewing the situation.

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  • •Police responded to a disturbance at Nevada's soccer game.
  • •His parents claim he was unfairly targeted by league officials and parents.
  • •Nevada trains extensively and has garnered a following on social media.
  • •The league has initiated a review and refunded his registration.
  • •He will join a youth training program led by former pro Eddie Johnson in January.
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  • 4:49 PMYahoo Sports — Viral 3-Year-Old Soccer Star ‘Traumatized’ After Police Were Called In The Middle Of The Game
What they're saying
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“They called the police on a 3-year-old because he’s too good,” Nevada’s father, Don, can be heard saying in the video.

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