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ALBION SC Merced

Merced, CA

About the Club

ALBION SC Merced is a youth soccer club operating in Merced, California, as an affiliate of the broader ALBION SC organization. The club provides comprehensive soccer programs for boys and girls, serving age groups from U8/U9 through U19. ALBION SC Merced is dedicated to player development through its structured pathway, which includes the ALBION Juniors and ALBION Academy programs. A significant emphasis is placed on college placement, with the club facilitating over $57 million in college scholarships for its players. The club has a strong history of success, developing 40 national team players and 20 professional players. ALBION SC teams compete in top-tier competitive leagues and programs, including MLS Next, ECNL, GA, and DPL. The club has achieved notable success, securing 63 State, 22 Regional, and 21 National Championships. ALBION SC has been recognized as the #1 Team in the Nation by Top Drawer Soccer, underscoring its elite status in youth soccer.

Age Groups

U4
U5
U6
U7
U8
U9
U10
U11
U12
U13
U14
U15
U16
U17
U18
U19

Programs

Programs & Cost / Fee Struture

* Cost information is not official and is for reference only. Please visit the club's official website or contact the club directly for more information.

ALBION Juniors

Age Group: U3-U14

Commitment: Seasonal (Fall/Spring)

Club Fee: Contact Club for Details

Competitive Teams (MLS NEXT, NPL, Academy)

Age Group: U8-U18

Commitment: Full Year

Club Fee: Contact Club for Details

College Placement Program

Age Group: U15-U19

Commitment: Full Year

Club Fee: Scholarship Opportunities Available

Locations, Fields, & Facilities
McNamara Park - ALBION SC Merced Main Complex
Surface: 2 turf fields, 1 grass field with lights
1040 Canal St
Merced, CA, 95341
ALBION SC Merced Office
1033 W. Main Street
Merced, CA, 95340
Merced Soccer Academy Parent/Youth Center
640 T St
Merced, CA
Golden Valley High School
2121 E Childs Ave
Merced, CA, 95341
Merced High School
205 W. Olive Ave
Merced, CA, 95344
University of California, Merced - Bobcat Field / Recreation Fields
Surface: Grass with lights (Bobcat Field), Lights (Recreation Fields)
5200 N. Lake Road
Merced, CA, 95343
Merced College Soccer Fields
3600 M Street
Merced, CA, 95348-2806
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