ECNL Clubs in Arizona

Arizona Arsenal Soccer Club (AASC) is a youth soccer organization operating within Arizona, with specific programs extending to the Verde Valley and Flagstaff regions. The club offers a comprehensive range of programs, catering to various age groups and skill levels, from recreational play to highly competitive tiers. AASC provides a Select Program for advanced players and a Recreational Program for broader participation. A notable feature is their TOPSoccer program, dedicated to providing soccer opportunities for athletes with disabilities. The club emphasizes player development pathways, including significant focus on collegiate opportunities through its College Impact initiatives and College Day Commitments. Arizona Arsenal Soccer Club competes in top-tier competitive leagues, including the Elite Clubs National League (ECNL) for both boys and girls. Furthermore, AASC offers pre-professional pathways through its involvement with USL 2, WPSL, UPSL, and USL Academy programs, providing advanced opportunities for aspiring athletes.

Leagues: ECNL Girls, ECNL RL Girls, ECNL Boys, Pre-ECNL Boys

Phoenix Rising FC Youth Soccer is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to providing soccer experiences for children and supporting the development of student-athletes in the community. They focus on the whole athlete, emphasizing character, teamwork, commitment, and self-confidence. As the largest soccer club in Arizona, PRFC Youth Soccer has six geographic regions and is a member of the Elite Clubs National League for both boys and girls, as well as a founding member of the MLS Academy Program. The club offers both a community-based Recreational Program and a Competitive Program. The Recreational Program serves over 3000 children annually in Fall and Spring Leagues. The Competitive Program has over 3000 boys and girls on more than 179 teams, competing in local, regional, and national leagues, events, and tournaments. PRFC Youth Soccer is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors and managed by an Executive Director and Executive Team. They also have a charitable arm, Phoenix Rising FC Youth Soccer Charities, which provides player scholarships, field rental assistance, and equipment.

Leagues: MLS Next, ECNL Girls, ECNL RL Girls, MLS Next 2

Royals FC AZ is a prominent youth soccer club operating across Arizona, with a strong presence in Phoenix, Mesa, Chandler, Scottsdale, Tucson, Sahuarita, and Marana. The club is an integral part of the Real Salt Lake-AZ system, providing a comprehensive pathway for players from U4 through to professional levels, including direct links to MLS and NWSL teams. Royals FC AZ emphasizes holistic player development, fostering compassionate and educated individuals with a "Giver" mentality. They offer a wide range of programs, from recreational leagues to highly competitive elite platforms. The club's top competitive offerings include the Elite Clubs National League (ECNL) and ECNL-Regional League (ECNL-RL) for girls, and MLS Next, Elite Academy League, Elite 64, and National Premier Leagues (NPL) for boys and girls. Royals FC AZ also utilizes SportsRecruits to support athletes in the college recruiting process and has a history of players being called into National Team Camps.

Leagues: ECNL Girls, ECNL RL Girls