MLS Next 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

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

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

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

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