MLS Next Clubs near Bentonville, Arkansas

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