MLS Next 2 Clubs in New Mexico

Classic FC is a youth soccer organization based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The club has been established for nearly 50 years, serving youth soccer players in the region. It offers programs for boys and girls across age groups from U7 to U18/U19. Classic FC is recognized as a full-service soccer club with a primary focus on player development in a cost-effective environment. A notable achievement is being the only club in New Mexico with multiple Far West Regional Championships and three third-place finishes in Nationals. The club is part of the MLS Next Academy, competing in the Mountain Division, which provides elite training, competition, and exposure. Classic FC emphasizes mastering soccer fundamentals to prepare athletes for success at every stage of their soccer journey. The club also participates in the Duke City Soccer League.

Leagues: MLS Next 2

New Mexico Soccer Academy (NMSA) is a prominent youth soccer organization based in New Mexico, with operations centered in Albuquerque. The club emphasizes a core philosophy of "Play for the CREST," which instills passion, commitment, and responsibility, prioritizing team success and adherence to club values. NMSA offers comprehensive programs for both boys and girls, including soccer-specific strength and conditioning through its "NMSA Reach" collaboration with Turning Point Gym. The academy actively supports its players through a scholarship fundraising campaign via the New Mexico Soccer Foundation. NMSA competes at high levels, with its boys' programs participating in MLS Next and its girls' programs in the Girls Academy (GA) league. The club also fields teams in the Women's Premiere Soccer League and competes in the EA National Championships. While the exact establishment date is not explicitly stated, the breadth of its programs and competitive league participation indicates a well-established presence in youth soccer development.

Leagues: Girls Academy, MLS Next 2