GA 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

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