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West Virginia Soccer

BECKLEY, WV

About the Club

West Virginia Soccer, an official affiliate of D.C. United and a member of the Major League Development Association (MLDA), offers a year-round competitive youth soccer environment for players U8 to U19. They are a member club of nationally recognized leagues, including MLS NEXT and USYS National League. West Virginia Soccer's MLS NEXT program is a year-round commitment with scheduled breaks, offering players access to league play in both MLS NEXT and USYS National League. MLS NEXT teams train a minimum of three to four days per week and participate in regional league matches and national tournaments. The program aims to identify, attract, and develop players for collegiate and professional levels.

Age Groups

U2
U3
U4
U5
U6
U7
U8
U9
U10
U11
U12
U13
U14
U15
U16
U17
U18
U19

Programs

Boys
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.

MLS NEXT Program

Age Group: U13-U15

Commitment: Full Year

Club Fee: $2,950

MLS NEXT II Program

Age Group: U13-U15

Commitment: Full Year

Club Fee: $2,500

Development Academy

Age Group: U6-U11

Commitment: Fall and Spring Seasons

Club Fee: Program Fully Funded

Development Academy Juniors

Age Group: 2-11

Commitment: Seasonal Program

Club Fee: $95

Recreation Program

Age Group: U7-U10

Commitment: Seasonal Program

Club Fee: $95

Locations, Fields, & Facilities
Shepherd University Soccer Complex -
Surface: Two Turf fields with lights, one oversized Grass field with lights
675 University Dr
Shepherdstown, WV, 25443
Location Map

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