Columbus Crew SC
About the Club
The Columbus Crew Academy is the youth development arm of the professional Major League Soccer (MLS) club, Columbus Crew, operating in Central Ohio. The Academy focuses on developing elite youth soccer players through a comprehensive program. It serves various age groups, including U18, U16, U15, and Pre-Formation (U11-U14) teams. A unique aspect of the Academy is its integration with the professional club, providing a clear pathway for talented youth players to advance to Crew 2 (the MLS NEXT Pro team) and ultimately to the Columbus Crew First Team. The Academy competes in MLS NEXT, which is the highest level of youth soccer in North America. They also offer specialized programs like the Crew School and a Homestay Program to support player development and well-being. The Academy utilizes top-tier facilities, including Lower.com Field, OhioHealth Performance Center, and Historic Crew Stadium. The club has a history of signing Academy products to Homegrown Player contracts with the First Team, demonstrating its success in player development.
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Columbus Crew Academy (MLS NEXT)
Age Group: U15, U16, U18
Commitment: Full-time
Club Fee: Program Fully Funded
Pre-Formation Program
Age Group: U11-U14
Commitment: Part-time (trains twice weekly, players remain with home club)
Club Fee: Program Fully Funded
Futures Training Program
Age Group: U9-U12
Commitment: Supplemental Training (7-10 training dates, 1 competition date)
Club Fee: $400
Pro Player Series
Age Group: 6-14
Commitment: Event-based
Club Fee: $119.99
Crew Youth Soccer Camps
Age Group: 7-14
Commitment: Camp (Half-day or Full-day)
Club Fee: $210 to $599
