Soccer Clubs in Pennsylvania

Beadling Soccer Club is a historic youth soccer organization based in Bridgeville, Pennsylvania, serving the greater Western Pennsylvania region. Established in 1898, it stands as one of the oldest soccer clubs in the United States. The club offers comprehensive training programs for a wide range of age groups, from U6/7 developmental levels through U17 and beyond. Beadling SC is committed to player development, evidenced by its dedicated "College Commits" program. A notable feature is its emphasis on community, including support for family-owned businesses. The club provides high-level competitive opportunities, prominently featuring the Girls Academy (GA) program. Additionally, Beadling SC teams compete in the USYS National League. The club has a history of developing talented players, with alumni achieving recognition at various competitive levels.

Leagues: MLS Next, Girls Academy, MLS Next 2

Century United of Pittsburgh Football Club is a prominent youth soccer organization operating primarily in Western Pennsylvania, including the Pittsburgh metropolitan area. Established in 2002, the club has a long-standing commitment to player development and soccer excellence. Century United offers a comprehensive range of programs catering to various age groups, from the STARS program for ages 3-8 and Junior Academy for U8-U11, extending through competitive teams up to U19. The club distinguishes itself through its robust player development model, an Academy Futsal Program, and the United Performance Center. Century United also provides a dedicated College Pathway program, supporting athletes in their progression to higher levels of play. The club's success is evident in its alumni, with Landy Mertz becoming the second alum drafted into the NWSL, and Ryan Moessner earning the 2024 Trib HSSN Boys Soccer Player of the Year honors. Century United teams compete in top competitive leagues and programs, including the Girls Academy (GA) and National League P.R.O. (NL Pro). They also regularly participate in the PA West Presidents Cup. The club emphasizes developing individual talent and character, fostering self-esteem, confidence, teamwork, and respect among its players.

Leagues: Girls Academy

FC DELCO is a nationally recognized youth soccer club based in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania. Established in 1982, the club has a long-standing legacy of excellence and a history of producing national champions. FC DELCO offers comprehensive programs for both boys and girls, catering to various age groups. The club prioritizes player development, focusing on creating a fun and challenging environment that inspires creativity, competitiveness, and respect. FC DELCO is committed to making soccer accessible to players who demonstrate ability, desire, and perseverance. The club boasts a strong record of players advancing to collegiate and professional levels. They host several tournaments throughout the year, including the Spirit Kick Off Classic and the FC DELCO Spring Invitational. FC DELCO emphasizes a philosophy of seeing the child first and the player second, fostering holistic growth.

Leagues: MLS Next, ECNL Girls, ECNL RL Girls, ECNL RL Boys, Pre-ECNL Girls, MLS Next 2

FC Europa is a premier youth soccer club operating in the western suburbs of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The club was established in 2008 and has grown to include over 55 boys and girls teams. FC Europa serves a wide range of age groups, from U8 through U19, with structured programs including Futures, Academy, 7v7, 9v9, 11v11, and 11v11 Showcase phases, alongside a Goalkeeper Academy. The club is dedicated to holistic player development, emphasizing leadership, personal discipline, good sportsmanship, and teamwork. FC Europa provides a high level of professional technical and tactical training, aiming to support college placement and high school participation. Their teams compete in top competitive leagues such as Boys ECNL Regional, Girls EDP Mid Atlantic, Acela, RL/G1, and CLS. The club utilizes Veo cameras to film games, assisting players in creating highlight videos for college recruitment.

Leagues: ECNL RL Boys

HEX FC is a youth soccer organization operating across multiple Eastern Pennsylvania geographic regions, including the Quakertown/Pennsburg area and the Lehigh Valley. The club launched in the fall of 2023, formed by pooling resources from established clubs like PA Dominion and FC Bucks. HEX FC serves a wide range of age groups, offering programs for boys and girls from U9 through U19, including a Youth Academy for U9-U12 players and elite teams for U13-U19. A key distinguishing feature is its focus on providing a highly competitive environment and a clear pathway for players aiming for collegiate soccer. The club offers various levels of play, ensuring every player can develop and achieve their goals. HEX FC teams compete in top-tier competitive leagues, including the Elite Clubs National League (ECNL) for both boys and girls, the USYS National League, ECNL Regional League, and EDP. The club boasts a strong record in the USYS National League, with teams earning numerous appearances at National Championships. HEX FC is committed to player development through professional coaching and college mentoring for its advanced players.

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

Keystone FC is a prominent youth soccer club serving Central Pennsylvania. The club offers a comprehensive player pathway, providing programming for players ranging from ages 4 to 23 across all abilities. Their developmental programs include Keystone Kickers for U4-U5, a Youth Development Program for U5-U8, and a Recreation program for U9-U12. For competitive play, Keystone FC fields teams in United, Elite, and Premier programs for various age groups from U8 to U19. The club's highest levels of competition are found in its Girls Academy (GA) and MLS Next Academy programs, catering to players from U11 to U19 and U11 to U15 respectively. These academy programs provide the highest level of competition and commitment, involving national travel. Keystone FC also supports player progression through a dedicated college program for recruiting and preparation. The club emphasizes community involvement, with teams participating in various volunteer activities.

Leagues: MLS Next, Girls Academy, MLS Next 2

Lehigh Valley United Rush (LVU Rush) is a youth soccer organization operating in the Lehigh Valley area, with an address in Allentown, PA. It is a joint venture between Lehigh Valley United FC and Pennsylvania Rush Soccer, designed to combine resources for national competition. The club emphasizes a commitment to excellence, offering an unparalleled soccer experience with professional, world-class coaching staff. LVU Rush focuses on developing high-quality players who love the game and respect their peers, while maintaining competitive pricing. The club's boys' teams compete in the Elite Clubs National League (ECNL), and the girls' program currently participates in the ECNL-Regional League (ECNL-RL), with plans to join the Girls Academy (GA) for the 2025/26 season. Additionally, LVU Rush teams compete in USL2, NPL, and WPSL leagues. The organization also engages in community initiatives, including training programs and financial aid, and has a history of developing players who advance to professional levels.

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

Pennsylvania Classics (PA Classics) is a youth soccer club established in 2004 on the East Coast. The club aims to develop a well-organized team of the community's best young players. PA Classics offers various programs, including summer camps, academies, and United teams that participate in travel leagues and events. They also offer Futsal, Goalkeeper Training, and College Recruitment Assistance. The club has programs for players of all ages and skill levels, from youth to adult leagues, focusing on player development, fair play, good sportsmanship, and teamwork. PA Classics has its home base at the PA Classics Outdoor Soccer Park in Manheim, PA, which opened in 2006. This complex features nine natural turf fields and one synthetic turf field on 32 acres. In 2011, they expanded to a second location with a full-size synthetic turf field. PA Classics is recognized as one of the East Coast's prolific developmental soccer clubs. They are members of elite youth leagues such as MLS Next and the Girls Academy League. They offer different levels of play, including Futures (ages 3-7), Recreational (ages 8-18), United (introduction to travel soccer), and Travel (multiple levels including Academy, Elite, and Premier). Their highest level of travel for boys U13-U19 is MLS Next, and for girls U13-U19 is the Girls Academy league. PA Classics is one of only a few clubs in Pennsylvania with this status for boys and girls in these age groups.

Leagues: MLS Next, Girls Academy, MLS Next 2

Penn FC Youth is a prominent youth soccer organization operating in Central Pennsylvania, specifically based in Harrisburg. The club has been a significant presence in the Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer Association for many years, participating in a partnership for the US Soccer Development Academy as early as Fall 2018. Penn FC Youth offers comprehensive programs for both boys and girls, serving age groups from U3 through high school for recreational play, and U9-U19 for competitive teams. A notable feature is its recent partnership with PA Classics, forming PA Classics Harrisburg for the 2025-2026 season, which expands player development pathways. This collaboration provides players with access to top competitive platforms, including MLS Next and Girls Academy (GA) leagues. Penn FC Youth teams also compete in the US Youth Soccer South Atlantic EDP Conference and National League Showcases. The club is committed to fostering a positive developmental environment, emphasizing skill-building, teamwork, discipline, and resilience. Penn FC Youth also runs a TOPSoccer program, established in 2005, dedicated to providing soccer opportunities for young athletes with mental or physical disabilities. The club boasts a strong coaching staff and quality facilities, aiming to provide opportunities from recreational to professional levels within the organization. In 2024, Penn FC Youth's 2008F Black team achieved national recognition as GotSport RIA Champions, securing titles in the South Atlantic League and National League Conference Playoffs.

Leagues: MLS Next 2

Penn Fusion Soccer Academy (PFSA) is a prominent youth soccer organization primarily operating in Pennsylvania, with a significant presence in West Chester and the surrounding tri-state area. Established around 1989, the club has a long-standing history in player development. PFSA is distinguished by its professional environment, top-tier coaching staff, and an innovative player development structure. A key unique selling point is its strong focus on collegiate player placement, supported by major events like the Penn Fusion Winter Showcase Series, which attracts numerous college coaches annually. The club offers a comprehensive pathway for players, from recreational levels up to elite competition. Penn Fusion teams compete in top competitive leagues and programs, including the Elite Clubs National League (ECNL), ECNL Regional League (ECRL), Elite Development Program (EDP), Acela League, APL, and EPYSA State Cups.

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

The Philadelphia Union Academy is an elite youth development program that provides a pathway for talented young players to reach the professional level. It includes age groups from Under-9 through Under-17, with a professional pathway to Union II, the club's second team. The Academy emphasizes technical ability, tactical understanding, and game intelligence. The Union Academy competes in MLS Next starting with the Under-13 age group, while younger age groups participate in various regional leagues and tournaments. The Academy has a strong track record of producing players for the Philadelphia Union, Union II, top collegiate programs, and professional clubs globally. Notable Homegrown players who have come through the Academy include Brenden Aaronson and Mark McKenzie, who became record European transfers for the club. A key component of the Philadelphia Union Academy is its partnership with YSC Academy, a soccer-specific school for student-athletes in grades 7 through 12. Located at the Union's training complex in Chester, Pennsylvania, YSC Academy integrates academic rigor with elite soccer development. This allows student-athletes to train in a high-level environment while pursuing their education. The training facilities include grass and turf fields, a performance center, and indoor facilities at the WSFS Bank Sportsplex. The integrated environment at the Chester campus allows Academy players to train alongside Philadelphia Union and Union II professional players.

Leagues: MLS Next

Reading Rage Surf is a youth soccer organization based in Berks County, Pennsylvania. The club, formerly known as Reading Rage SC, has a deep history in the community, with its predecessor established in 1996. In April 2024, Reading Rage SC transitioned to Reading Rage Surf, becoming the first club in Pennsylvania to join the Surf Nation network. This affiliation provides players with access to the Surf Player Select Program, a comprehensive Coaching Manual, and extensive resources through the national club network. The club is dedicated to player development and delivering a high-level soccer experience. Reading Rage Surf will compete in the new ECNL Girls Regional League – Northeast starting in the 2024-2025 season. The club achieved a significant milestone in 2023 when its 2009 girls team became the US Youth Soccer regional champion. Top players also have direct access to the Surf Select program, enabling participation in elite international and domestic events.

Leagues: ECNL RL Girls, Pre-ECNL Girls

The Pittsburgh Riverhounds Academy is a youth soccer organization based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The academy was launched in 2007, building upon the professional club's founding in 1998. It develops approximately 1,300 players aged 3 to 18, offering a skill-driven development system focused on individual player improvement. The curriculum was initially designed in association with Everton F.C. of the English Premier League, emphasizing hard work and resilience. The academy provides a clear pathway for players to advance to the professional team, with notable alumni progressing to collegiate, professional, and US Youth National Team levels. Their top competitive programs include the Riverhounds Development Academy (RDA) and participation in the ECNL league. The club utilizes state-of-the-art facilities and offers year-round training programs open to all players.

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

Steel City FC is a prominent youth soccer organization based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, operating across multiple sites including North Huntingdon, Harmar, and Butler/Rochester. The club's youth development roots trace back to the 1980s through its predecessor, Pittsburgh Hotspurs, with the unified entity rebranding as Steel City FC in 2023. It stands out as the first club in Pittsburgh to offer a complete pathway from youth to adult soccer for both men and women. Steel City FC employs a "Phase Model" development approach, providing age-specific curricula focused on technical mastery and tactical decision-making, fostering an expressive, attacking style of play. The club's top competitive programs include the men's team in USL League Two and the women's team in the USL W League. Their youth teams participate in the ECNL Regional League (ECNL RL Boys). The club is committed to long-term player development, guiding athletes from their academy through to collegiate and professional levels.

Leagues: ECNL RL Boys

The Philadelphia Ukrainian Nationals Soccer Club, also known as "Tryzub" Philadelphia, is a non-profit organization established in 1950, initially by displaced Ukrainians to preserve their culture and heritage after World War II. The club operates in the Eastern Pennsylvania region, with its facilities located in Horsham, PA, at the Ukrainian American Sport Center. The Ukrainian Nationals have a storied history, particularly in the professional era, winning six American Soccer League championships and four U.S. Open Cups between 1959 and 1970. They were pioneers in U.S. soccer, being the first team to have home games televised and playing in the first regulation indoor soccer game. In the modern era, the club focuses on competitive youth soccer for boys and girls from U8 through U19, offering developmental academies and travel teams. Their youth teams compete in competitive local and regional leagues, including the ECNL, and the club also fields adult teams in the National Premier Soccer League (NPSL) and Women's Premier Soccer League (WPSL). The club's commitment extends to community impact, providing a desirable environment for children to develop their soccer skills.

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

Yardley Makefield Soccer (YMS) is a prominent youth soccer organization based in the Yardley-Makefield area of Pennsylvania, including Fallsington, Morrisville, and Lower Makefield Township. Established in 1979, YMS has a long-standing history of developing soccer talent. The club is recognized for its "National Champions" status and its consistent success in placing student-athletes on college rosters, with a global professional footprint. YMS emphasizes character, work ethic, and a positive attitude, providing a supportive environment for player development. The club's programs are led by professional YMS trainers and accredited coaching directors, ensuring a high standard of training. YMS offers a comprehensive range of programs, including the YMS Premier Platform for elite, ambitious athletes, and the YMS Travel Platform for competitive play. Their teams participate in top competitive leagues such as the EDP League, US Youth Soccer Mid Atlantic EDP Conference, and have teams competing in ECNL-RL and NL EDP. Additionally, YMS distinguishes itself with a Special Stars program, a volunteer soccer initiative for children and young adults with special needs.

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