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South Carolina United

Columbia, SC

About the Club

South Carolina United FC (SCUFC) is a premier youth soccer organization based in Columbia, South Carolina, serving the Midlands region. The club was established in 2011, initially as Palmetto FC Bantams, and has since grown to become a leading force in youth soccer development. SCUFC is dedicated to fostering player development through quality coaching, competitive teams, and a positive environment for youth soccer players ranging from recreational to advanced levels. The club distinguishes itself by offering first-class facilities and programming, catering to players of all ages and abilities, from beginners to aspiring professionals. South Carolina United FC fields teams in highly competitive leagues, including the Elite Clubs National League (ECNL) for both boys and girls, with teams competing in ECNL National and Regional showcases and playoffs. Additionally, the club offers a Junior Academy for 8U-12U players and competitive teams for U13-U19 age groups, ensuring a comprehensive pathway for player progression. The club also has a men's team that competes in USL League Two.

Age Groups

U3
U4
U5
U6
U7
U8
U9
U10
U11
U12
U13
U14
U15
U16
U17
U18
U19

Programs

Boys
Girls
Travel
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.

Recreational League

Age Group: U3-U6 Coed

Commitment: Season

Club Fee: $70

Recreational League

Age Group: U7-U8 Coed or Girls

Commitment: Season

Club Fee: $85

Recreational League

Age Group: U9-U12 Coed or Girls

Commitment: Season

Club Fee: $105

Recreational League

Age Group: U13-U19 Coed or Girls

Commitment: Season

Club Fee: $135

SC United Strikers (After School Soccer)

Age Group: K-6

Commitment: Monthly (Sept 2024 - May 2025)

Club Fee: $75 per month

Competitive - Carolina Premier League (CPL)

Age Group: 8U-10U

Commitment: Fall 2025 Season

Club Fee: $405 + tax and online fee

Competitive - Carolina Premier League (CPL)

Age Group: 11U-12U

Commitment: Fall 2025 Season

Club Fee: $450 + tax and online fee

Competitive - South Carolina Youth Soccer Association (SCYSA)

Age Group: 13U-15U

Commitment: Fall 2025 Season

Club Fee: $480 + tax and online fee

Competitive - South Carolina Youth Soccer Association (SCYSA)

Age Group: 16U-17U

Commitment: Fall 2025 Season

Club Fee: $540 + tax and online fee

Competitive - South Carolina Youth Soccer Association (SCYSA)

Age Group: 18U-19U

Commitment: Fall 2025 Season

Club Fee: $540 + tax and online fee

Competitive - Piedmont League

Age Group: 15U-19U

Commitment: Fall 2025 Season

Club Fee: $570 + tax and online fee

Competitive - United Premier Soccer League (UPSL)

Age Group: Adult

Commitment: Season

Club Fee: $200 + $24 UPSL Registration + tax and online fee

Junior Academy

Age Group: 8U-12U

Commitment: Full Year

Club Fee: Refer to Competitive - Carolina Premier League (CPL) fees for age group

ECNL (Elite Clubs National League) / ECNL Regional

Age Group: Not specified

Commitment: Full Year

Club Fee: Fee not explicitly stated

Evaluation Fee (Competitive Teams)

Age Group: All Competitive

Commitment: One-time (before evaluation)

Club Fee: Required, amount not specified

Registration/Participation Fee (Competitive Teams)

Age Group: All Competitive

Commitment: One-time (upon accepting team position)

Club Fee: Standard fee, amount not specified

Capital Improvement Fee (Competitive Teams)

Age Group: All Competitive

Commitment: One-time (upon accepting team position)

Club Fee: Amount not specified

Uniform Kit Fee (Competitive Teams)

Age Group: All Competitive

Commitment: Every 2-year cycle (current 2022-2024)

Club Fee: Required purchase, cost not specified

Volunteer Opt Out Fee (Competitive Teams)

Age Group: All Competitive

Commitment: Per season

Club Fee: $75 per registered player per season ($75 Fall only; $150 Fall/Spring)

SCUFC Classroom (Tutoring Program)

Age Group: All Players

Commitment: Ongoing

Club Fee: Program Fully Funded

Soccer Parent Resource Center Membership

Age Group: Parents

Commitment: Ongoing

Club Fee: Program Fully Funded

Locations, Fields, & Facilities
Polo Road Park - 730 Polo Road, Columbia, SC 29229
SV Presbyterian Church - 125 Sparkleberry Lane, Columbia, SC 29229
Southeastern Freight Lines Soccer Center - 115 Sunbelt Blvd., Columbia, SC 29203
Ballentine Park Complex - 1009 Bickley Road, Irmo, SC 29063
SCUFC West Soccer Complex - 1053 Bird Road, Irmo, SC 29063
Garners Ferry Road Park - 8620 Garners Ferry Road, Hopkins, SC 29061
North Springs - 1320 Clemson Road, Columbia, SC 29229
Midlands Orthopaedics Complex - 125 Sparkleberry Lane, Columbia, SC 29229
Caughman Road - 7725 Caughman Road, Columbia, SC 29209
Summit Parkway - 200 Summit Parkway, Columbia, SC 29229
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