BOYS · U13–U19
National ACADEMY League
A competitive national-level platform for boys, offering highquality games, showcases, and a development environment that complements the Springs SC academy pathway.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
COMPETITIVE NATIONAL PLAY
The National Academy League (NAL) gives Springs SC boys a strong competitive platform with meaningful games and showcase opportunities against quality opponents across the region and nation.
NAL teams train within the same SSC curriculum and coaching framework as our top academy squads, ensuring consistent development standards across every level of the club.
It's an ideal environment for players pushing to raise their level and earn exposure on a national stage.
WHAT NAL OFFERS
● 3–4 training sessions per week
● Regional & national showcase events
● Shared SSC academy curriculum
● College exposure opportunities
● Pathway toward MLS NEXT
● Professional coaching staff
SQUADS
AGE GROUPS
U13
Boys
2013 birth year
U16
Boys
2010 birth year
U14
Boys
2012 birth year
U17
Boys
2009 birth year
U15
Boys
2011 birth year
U18/19
Boys
2007-08 birth years
LEADERSHIP
COACHING STAFF
BOYS TECHNICAL LEAD
Coach Name
Licensed coach. Add bio, playing background, and coaching history here.
U13–U15 HEAD COACH
Coach Name
Licensed coach. Add bio, playing background, and coaching history here.
U16–U19 HEAD COACH
Coach Name
Licensed coach. Add bio, playing background, and coaching history here.
INVESTMENT
CLUB & TEAM FEES
CLUB FEE
$X,XXX
per season · placeholder
✓3–4 training sessions per week
✓Professional coaching staff
✓Player development tracking
✓Club administration & fields
TEAM FEE (ADDITIONAL)
$XXX
per season · placeholder
✓League & showcase registration
✓Tournament entry fees
✓Referee fees
✓Team travel and events
Replace placeholder figures with current NAL pricing. Financial aid is available — see the Financial Aid page. Payment plans handled through PlayMetrics at registration.
QUESTIONS
NAL FAQS
What is the time commitment?
NAL is a 10-month season with three to four training sessions per week plus league games and showcase events.
Add the exact weekly schedule here.
How do tryouts work?
Tryouts are posted on the Tryouts page and registered through PlayMetrics. Add dates, locations, and what to bring
How is NAL different from MLS NEXT?
Both follow the SSC curriculum; MLS NEXT is the top elite division while NAL offers a strong competitive national
platform. Players can progress between them.
Is travel required?
NAL includes regional and national showcase events. Add typical travel details and cost expectations here
Are payment plans available?
Yes — payment plans and financial aid are available and processed through PlayMetrics at registration. Note that
participating clubs must be US Club Soccer members.
COMPETE ON THE NATIONAL STAGE
Register for NAL tryouts for the 2026–27 season.