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Lowcountry United

Charleston, SC

About the Club

Lowcountry United Soccer Academy (LUSA) is a youth soccer organization operating in the Lowcountry region of South Carolina, with a presence in Charleston. The club is associated with James Island Youth Soccer Club (JIYSC), which is recognized as South Carolina's oldest soccer club. Lowcountry United Soccer Academy offers competitive programs designed for players from U13 through U19. The club focuses on holistic player development within a challenging and supportive environment, aiming to cultivate a love for soccer. Lowcountry United Soccer Academy provides a pathway for advanced players through participation in several top competitive leagues. For boys, the club competes in the MLS NEXT New Competition Tier and the National Academy League (NAL). Girls' teams participate in the Girls Academy Aspire League (DPL) and the Development Premier League (DPL). Additionally, the club's U13-U19 teams compete in the National Premier Leagues (NPL) within the South Atlantic Premier League Conference and the South Carolina Youth Soccer Association (SCYSA). These programs expose players to regional and national competition, supporting their development towards higher levels of play.

Leagues

Age Groups

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.

MLS NEXT - NEW TIER

Age Group: U13-U14

Commitment: Fall and Spring Season

Club Fee: $2100

MLS NEXT - NEW TIER

Age Group: U15-U19

Commitment: Fall Season

Club Fee: $1600

Girls Academy Aspire League (DPL)

Age Group: U13-U14

Commitment: Fall and Spring Season

Club Fee: $2100

Girls Academy Aspire League (DPL)

Age Group: U15-U19

Commitment: Fall Season

Club Fee: $1600

Development Premier League (DPL)

Age Group: U13-U14

Commitment: Fall and Spring Season

Club Fee: $2100

Development Premier League (DPL)

Age Group: U15-U19

Commitment: Fall Season

Club Fee: $1600

National Academy League (NAL)

Age Group: U13-U14

Commitment: Fall and Spring Season

Club Fee: $2100

National Academy League (NAL)

Age Group: U15-U19

Commitment: Fall Season

Club Fee: $1600

South Carolina Youth Soccer Association (SCYSA)

Age Group: U13-U14

Commitment: Fall and Spring Season

Club Fee: $1850

South Carolina Youth Soccer Association (SCYSA)

Age Group: U15-U19

Commitment: Fall Season

Club Fee: $1400

Financial Assistance

Age Group: All

Commitment: Varies

Club Fee: Program Partially Funded

Locations, Fields, & Facilities
JIYSC Main Complex - 871 Fort Johnson Road, Charleston, SC 29412
JIYSC Bayview Complex - 1049 Fort Johnson Road, Charleston, SC 29412
Location Map

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