Soccer Clubs in Arkansas

Arkansas Comets Futbol Club is a youth soccer organization based in Springdale, Arkansas. The club provides comprehensive soccer development for boys and girls across various age groups. They serve players ranging from U6 (2020 birth year) through U19 (2007 birth year). The club offers a structured pathway for player development, including programs such as Comets Juniors, Pre-Academy, Academy, and Premier Teams. Arkansas Comets Futbol Club emphasizes player growth through dedicated coaching and competitive opportunities. Their teams compete in prominent regional leagues, including the Girls ECNL-Regional League and the Boys ECNL-Regional League. The club also features an alumni program, showcasing former players who have progressed in their soccer careers.

Leagues: ECNL RL Boys, ECNL RL Girls

Arkansas Rising Soccer Club is a prominent youth soccer organization based in Little Rock, Arkansas, serving as a central hub for soccer development in the state. Established in 1980, the club was formerly known as Little Rock Futbol Club and operates as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Its core mission is to promote youth soccer and cultivate a deep love for the game among its players. The club offers a comprehensive pathway for athletes, starting with Rising Stars for ages 2.5-4, progressing through Recreational programs for Pre-K up to 12th grade, and including Academy and Competitive levels. Arkansas Rising focuses on developing players as athletes, students, and responsible individuals, fostering life-long friendships, leadership, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The club boasts a strong record of success, with 32 Arkansas State Cup Champions and 95 college athletes developed. Competitive programs include participation in the ECNL-RL. The club also emphasizes coach development, investing in their growth alongside player development.

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

Ozark United FC Academy is a youth soccer organization based in Northwest Arkansas, specifically in Rogers. The broader Ozark United FC club was founded in 2023, with its Academy program launching in May 2024. The Academy initially featured a U20 boys team and expanded in February 2025 to include U13 through U19 boys academy teams for the 2025/26 season. A girls' academy program is also under development. Ozark United FC Academy is committed to elevating soccer in Northwest Arkansas by providing a clear development pathway for players and increasing their exposure to college and professional scouts. The Academy operates in collaboration with Sporting Arkansas, offering a unified platform for elite player development. Their boys' academy teams compete in the new competition tier of MLS Next, specifically within the Pioneer Conference, starting with the 2025/26 season. These teams also participate in USL Academy events for eligible age groups. The U20 team competes in the United Premier Soccer League (UPSL). The club emphasizes technical mastery, tactical intelligence, and mental resilience, aiming to develop top talent in the region. Ozark United FC is part of a larger initiative to bring professional men's (USL Championship) and women's (USL Super League) soccer to Northwest Arkansas.

Leagues: MLS Next 2