Los Angeles Football Club

About the Club

Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) Academy is a youth soccer organization primarily operating in Los Angeles, California, with an extended presence through LAFC So Cal Youth in areas like the Santa Clarita Valley. The LAFC Academy was established in 2016, initially launching with a U-12 team. It now serves seven age groups, ranging from U-11 through U-19, providing a professional pathway for elite players. The club focuses on developing world-class players and individuals, aiming to produce MLS Homegrown players for the senior team. A notable achievement includes winning a CONCACAF championship and sending multiple players to their respective youth national teams. The academy is guided by globally successful coaches and leaders. LAFC Academy competes in MLS NEXT, an elite youth academy system in North America. LAFC So Cal Youth teams participate in competitive leagues such as ECNL, ECNL Regional League, SOCAL, and the National Premier League (NPL). The club is nationally recognized for producing top-level players.