MLS Next Clubs in San Jose, California

The San Jose Earthquakes Academy is part of the Major League Soccer development system, located in San Jose, California. It aims to develop young talent for professional careers and promote soccer at the grassroots level. The academy provides teams for various age and ability levels, focusing on instilling the club's training methodology and preparing athletes for college or a professional contract with the first team. The academy includes age groups U14, U15, U16, and U18, operating without a pay-to-play system. They also have a Regional Development School (RDS) to identify prospects for the academy. The academy has partnered with Laurel Springs School to provide flexible, college-prep online education for student-athletes.

Leagues: MLS Next

FC Bay Area Surf is a youth soccer club located in San Jose, California. They are part of the Surf Nation community and offer programs for both boys and girls of all ages, including MLS Next, ECNL Girls, Academy League, and Norcal NPL. The club's mission is to inspire love and passion for the game by combining a high-performance environment with genuine relationships to create a championship culture. They have been recognized by US Soccer as a leading girls' program, developing athletes on and off the field, and have a track record of producing national team players and placing student-athletes in top college programs. FC Bay Area Surf emphasizes a distinct style of play based on firm principles and a clear game methodology, empowering players to think critically and solve problems with courage, competency, and integrity. They also have a travel program for older age groups to help players develop independence and prepare for higher levels of competition.

Leagues: MLS Next, ECNL Girls

De Anza Force Soccer Club is a nationally recognized non-profit youth soccer club in the San Francisco Bay Area. Founded in 1999, it has grown to be one of the largest American soccer development clubs, with nearly 80 boys' and girls' teams for ages 7 to 18. The club's mission is to provide a quality youth soccer program that develops players to become self-confident, skillful, and tactically knowledgeable, contributing to their communities. They offer year-round professional training and competition, with over 750 youth athletes participating in at least four hours of training per week. De Anza Force aims to foster a passion for soccer and empower athletes to reach their life goals, creating a pathway for success from young players to elite national and professional athletes. The club is a member of the NorCal Premier competitive soccer league and participates in platforms like MLS Next and the Elite Clubs National League (ECNL). Many alumni have gone on to play in college, with a high percentage receiving scholarships. The club has also produced players who have represented the United States at various levels.

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