Club Soccer in Leesburg, VA: A Complete Guide for Parents (2026)

TL;DR: Leesburg and Loudoun County have four club soccer programs on ClubScout with confirmed league affiliations. VA Revolution is the most data-rich program — based at RavenTek Park in Leesburg, merged with Loudoun United FC in 2025, now competing in both MLS NEXT and Girls Academy. Loudoun Soccer Club also holds Girls Academy and MLS NEXT affiliations. The St. James FC competes in Girls Academy and NCSL (National Capital Soccer League). The St. James rounds out the market with MLS NEXT programming and a 450,000-square-foot flagship facility in Springfield. Annual costs range from roughly $2,000 at the competitive level to $7,000+ at MLS NEXT. Based on ClubScout data from 4 clubs in the Leesburg/Loudoun County area. This guide covers factual information only — no rankings, no subjective claims.

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How This Guide Works

We're not ranking these clubs or making subjective judgments about quality. Every family's situation is different — what matters is finding the right fit based on your location, your child's age and competitive level, and your family's schedule and budget.

For each club, we list factual information: league affiliations confirmed from our database, program structure, facilities, and leadership details from enrichment data. Use this as a starting point, then visit clubs, watch practices, and talk to current parents. Our guide on how to choose a club covers what to look for in depth, and our coach evaluation guide has specific questions worth asking at every tryout.

For families new to club soccer, our recreational vs. travel soccer guide explains the differences, and our age-by-age guide covers what to expect at each stage. If cost is a primary concern, see our club soccer budget guide. For the full statewide picture, including Richmond's 5 top-tier clubs and Hampton Roads, see our Club Soccer in Virginia guide.

Leesburg / Loudoun County Clubs at a Glance

Club	Leagues	City	Notes
VA Revolution	MLS NEXT, Girls Academy	Leesburg	Based at RavenTek Park; merged with Loudoun United FC (2025)
Loudoun Soccer Club	MLS NEXT, Girls Academy	Leesburg	Top-tier presence in both national pathways
The St. James FC	Girls Academy, NCSL	Leesburg	Girls Academy + National Capital Soccer League; free rec in Loudoun
The St. James	MLS NEXT	Leesburg	450,000 sq ft facility; STJ Performance Academy

For a primer on what these league names mean, see our guides to MLS NEXT and Girls Academy. For head-to-head comparisons at these levels, see ECNL vs Girls Academy, Girls Academy vs DPL, and MLS NEXT vs EDP.

The Clubs

VA Revolution

Location: RavenTek Park, 19623 Evergreen Mills Rd, Leesburg, VA 20175 Leagues: MLS NEXT, Girls Academy Gender: Coed Contact: info@varevolution.com President: Karl Sharman Director of College Recruitment & Player Counseling: Manya Puppione

VA Revolution is the most established Leesburg-based club in our data. The club trains and plays out of RavenTek Park — a purpose-built facility with high-quality turf pitches, stadium seating, and a rooftop bar. Their MLS NEXT boys program and Girls Academy girls program place them at the top tier of the Northern Virginia soccer landscape.

In 2025, VA Revolution merged with Loudoun United FC, the area's professional team, and now operates under the philosophy of "one club, one home, one family." That merge matters for families evaluating the program: it brings professional infrastructure, shared facilities, and a direct connection to DC Power FC into the club environment. VA Revolution also runs Revolution Sports Academy (RSA) in partnership with Loudoun United FC and DC Power FC — a holistic academic program combining rigorous academics with elite athletic training for middle and high school students.

Program ladder:

Youth Rec / Minis / Bambinos — youngest players, recreation-focused
Academy / Advanced Academy / Goalie Academy — structured development programs
Select / Travel — competitive mid-tier
Boys National Platforms (MLS NEXT) — top competitive tier, boys
Girls Programs (Girls Academy) — top competitive tier, girls
USL League 2 and USL W League — semi-professional pathways
Winter programs: Futsal Teams, Winter Academy, Goalkeeper & Striker, Strength & Performance

Tryout model: VA Revolution has moved beyond single-day tryouts to a new player evaluation model introduced in 2025. They offer ID sessions and ongoing evaluations for both boys and girls programs — contact the coaching staff directly for current timing and registration.

Why it matters: The combination of MLS NEXT (boys) and Girls Academy (girls) at the same club is relatively uncommon. Families with both sons and daughters in competitive soccer can consolidate within one organization. The professional infrastructure — Loudoun United FC, DC Power FC partnership, RSA — provides a ceiling above typical club structures.

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Loudoun Soccer Club

Location: Leesburg, VA Leagues: MLS NEXT, Girls Academy Gender: Coed

Loudoun Soccer Club holds confirmed affiliations in both MLS NEXT and Girls Academy — two of the top competitive pathways in American youth soccer. This places Loudoun SC in the same top tier as VA Revolution, and families in Loudoun County evaluating the highest-level programs should put both on their evaluation list.

We have limited enrichment data for Loudoun SC at this time. Their top-tier league memberships are confirmed; for program structure, age groups served, team formation philosophy, coaching staff credentials, and current tryout dates, contact the club directly.

For context on what MLS NEXT and Girls Academy represent in the competitive landscape, see MLS NEXT vs EDP and ECNL vs Girls Academy. For how Girls Academy compares to the other top girls pathway, see Girls Academy vs DPL.

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The St. James FC

Location: Leesburg, VA (operations extending to Springfield, VA and Loudoun County) Leagues: Girls Academy, NCSL (National Capital Soccer League) Gender: Coed Facilities: The St. James Football Club, 6805 Industrial Road, Springfield, VA 22151

The St. James FC is affiliated with The St. James sports complex — the flagship is in Springfield, VA (a 450,000-square-foot facility), with operations in Leesburg and Loudoun County. They describe themselves as a "preeminent educational and performance resource center for youth soccer players in the United States."

Their program ladder spans the full spectrum from recreational to elite:

Program Level	Examples
Free rec soccer	Available in Loudoun County
Pre-travel / recreational	U8 Pre-Travel Academy
Travel soccer	Competitive travel programs
National platforms	MLS NEXT (boys), Girls Academy (girls)
Semi-professional	UPSL (men's)

That free recreational option in Loudoun County is worth noting — for families with younger players or players not yet ready for the travel commitment, it lowers the entry point significantly. Few clubs offer a free entry-level option alongside top-tier national programming.

NCSL affiliation: The National Capital Soccer League (NCSL) is the regional competitive league for the DC metro area, sitting below the top national pathways (MLS NEXT, Girls Academy). For players not yet at or pursuing the top tier, NCSL provides structured regional competition with less travel than national-platform leagues.

Additional offerings: Goalkeeper & Striker Camps, Super Y Futsal Academy, NCSL x STJ Futsal League, Chelsea FC programming, STJ Performance Academy (college-preparatory academic program), Individual/Small Group Training, Advanced Training Program (ATP), Player Video Analysis, Summer Camps.

The St. James FC's tryout calendar covers Girls Academy, MLS NEXT, and UPSL programs — contact the club for specific dates and registration.

View The St. James FC on ClubScout →

The St. James

Location: The St. James Springfield Flagship, 6805 Industrial Road, Springfield, VA 22151 Second location: The St. James Performance Club Bethesda, 6828 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20815 Leagues: MLS NEXT Gender: Coed

The St. James (distinct from The St. James FC above) is the sports complex that anchors the broader St. James brand. The Springfield flagship is 450,000 square feet with FIFA-sized turf fields, an Olympic-sized pool, two NHL-sized hockey rinks, and extensive training facilities. For soccer specifically, they offer programs from beginner through MLS NEXT.

Soccer program ladder:

Beginner Programs
Intermediate Programs
Advanced Programs
MLS NEXT (top competitive tier, boys)
STJ Performance Academy (college-preparatory academic program combining competitive athletics with rigorous academics for middle and high school students)
Futsal
Private Lessons
Youth Strength & Conditioning
Summer Camps
Team Tryouts

The facility scale is the primary differentiator here. Parents evaluating The St. James should understand they're looking at a multi-sport complex with a soccer program — not a soccer-only club. For families whose kids are committed to soccer and only soccer, a dedicated soccer club may provide more sport-specific immersion. For families who value a world-class training environment across multiple sports, or whose child is still exploring, The St. James's facility breadth is a genuine advantage.

The St. James Performance Club Bethesda provides a second location for families in the Maryland side of the DC metro.

Tryout dates for soccer are listed in The St. James events calendar — check their website for current timing.

View The St. James on ClubScout →

Understanding Loudoun County's Soccer Landscape

Why Leesburg Is a Top-Tier Market

Loudoun County is one of the fastest-growing and highest-income counties in the United States, and the club soccer market reflects that. Four clubs in our database hold top-tier national affiliations (MLS NEXT or Girls Academy). That concentration of top-tier options in a single county is unusual — comparable to parts of Connecticut and eastern Massachusetts for club density relative to population.

For families relocating to Loudoun County from other parts of the country, the local options are strong. For families already in the area who feel like they're missing top-level programs, they're likely not — the programs are here.

Boys Pathway in Leesburg

For boys at the national platform level, three clubs carry MLS NEXT affiliations: VA Revolution, Loudoun Soccer Club, and The St. James. This gives Leesburg-area boys families three separate organizations to evaluate at the same top tier.

MLS NEXT feeds directly into MLS academy structures and is the highest developmental pathway for boys in the US. For context on what that means day-to-day — cost, travel, time commitment — see our MLS NEXT vs EDP comparison and our MLS NEXT vs ECNL breakdown.

What to ask when evaluating the three MLS NEXT clubs:

What age groups do you field at the MLS NEXT level?
How many teams are at each age group (how competitive is the selection process)?
What's the training schedule — days per week, hours per session?
What's the full cost — registration, uniform kit, tournament fees, travel?
How does the club's lower-tier programming connect to the top team (is there a clear development ladder)?

Our guide to evaluating a coach has the full question framework.

Girls Pathway in Leesburg

Three clubs hold Girls Academy affiliations in the Leesburg area: VA Revolution, Loudoun Soccer Club, and The St. James FC. Girls Academy is one of the two top national pathways for girls, alongside ECNL. For the difference between the two, see ECNL vs Girls Academy.

The St. James FC also competes in NCSL — the National Capital Soccer League. For girls not yet at or pursuing the Girls Academy level, NCSL provides a strong regional competitive option within the DC metro area without the travel demands of a national league.

The Professional Connection

VA Revolution's 2025 merger with Loudoun United FC (USL League One) and the DC Power FC (NWSL) partnership creates something unusual in the Leesburg market: a direct organizational connection between youth club soccer and professional teams, for both boys and girls. Not every family will care about this — the stat about fewer than 1% of youth players going professional is worth keeping in perspective. But for clubs that actively build that pathway, the infrastructure and coaching culture are often meaningfully different. Worth understanding before tryouts.

What Leesburg Club Soccer Costs

We don't have confirmed published fee data from most Leesburg clubs. Based on comparable programs in our database and Virginia market data:

Level	Estimated Annual Range	Notes
NCSL / Regional competitive	$2,000–$4,000	DC metro regional competition
Girls Academy	$3,500–$6,000	National showcases, dedicated coaching
MLS NEXT	$4,000–$7,000+	Full national program, travel-heavy

These estimates don't include uniform kits ($150–$400 in year 1), tournament fees ($500–$1,500), or family travel. In your first year, plan for the high end. For a full breakdown of what these costs cover, see our travel soccer cost guide and club soccer budget guide. Managing costs across multiple kids? See our multiple kids guide.

The St. James FC explicitly offers free rec soccer in Loudoun County — worth a call if cost is a constraint or if your child is still in the exploration phase.

Tryout Season

For top-tier clubs (MLS NEXT, Girls Academy), tryout season in Virginia typically runs April through July. MLS NEXT and Girls Academy clubs can begin evaluations as early as April. Check each club's website for current dates — tryout windows close quickly.

VA Revolution has moved to an ongoing evaluation model rather than single-day tryout events. Contact their coaching staff directly for current ID session timing.

For how to prepare, see our tryout preparation guide. For what to expect at your first competitive tryout, our age-by-age guide breaks down what each age level looks like in practice.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is Leesburg's club soccer market different from Richmond's?

Leesburg sits in Northern Virginia's dense top-tier cluster — four clubs within Loudoun County alone hold top-tier league affiliations, compared to Richmond's one MLS NEXT anchor (FC Richmond). The proximity to Washington, DC also means several additional top-tier clubs in Fairfax County and the Maryland suburbs are within reasonable driving range. For the statewide picture, see Club Soccer in Virginia. For a city-by-city comparison, see our Best Clubs in Richmond, VA guide.

What's the difference between VA Revolution and Loudoun Soccer Club?

Both carry MLS NEXT and Girls Academy affiliations. VA Revolution has more enrichment data in our database: RavenTek Park home facility, leadership (Karl Sharman, Manya Puppione), a defined program ladder, and a 2025 merger with Loudoun United FC and DC Power FC. We have limited data on Loudoun SC's internal structure. Before deciding, contact both clubs to understand age groups served, team formation philosophy, coaching credentials, and program costs. Use the question framework in our how to choose a club guide.

What's the difference between The St. James and The St. James FC?

These are related but distinct entities in our database. The St. James is the sports complex (MLS NEXT affiliation; flagship in Springfield, VA, second location in Bethesda, MD). The St. James FC is the football club within that ecosystem, holding Girls Academy and NCSL affiliations, with operations in Leesburg and Loudoun County. Before tryouts, confirm with each organization which programs are based in Leesburg vs. Springfield, and whether your child's age group has a local option or requires commuting to Springfield.

Is there an ECNL Girls club in Leesburg?

No ECNL Girls club in Leesburg appears in our current database. The top girls pathway in the area runs through Girls Academy (VA Revolution, Loudoun SC, The St. James FC). For ECNL Girls, families would need to look at other Northern Virginia clubs or the Maryland suburbs. For the difference between the two pathways, see ECNL vs Girls Academy.

When should my kid start competitive club soccer in Leesburg?

Most clubs offer competitive programs starting at U9 or U10. Top-tier programs (MLS NEXT, Girls Academy) are most relevant from U13 on, though some have U11/U12 teams. The St. James FC's U8 Pre-Travel Academy and developmental tiers provide a structured entry point at younger ages. For more context, see our age-by-age guide. If your child is coming from recreational soccer, start with recreational vs. travel soccer first.

What if none of these clubs are the right fit?

The Leesburg market is denser than most Virginia metros, but if these four clubs don't work, Fairfax County clubs — McLean Youth Soccer, among others — are within reasonable driving range. The DC metro area has one of the highest concentrations of top-tier youth soccer clubs on the East Coast. Exhaust the local options first: evaluate all four Leesburg-area clubs, consider multiple tiers (not just MLS NEXT and Girls Academy), and ask each club about their developmental tiers before assuming you need to leave Loudoun County. If you're considering switching from a current club, see our when to switch clubs guide.

Are there recreational options in Leesburg?

Yes. The St. James FC explicitly offers free recreational soccer in Loudoun County — a rare option at a club that also competes at the Girls Academy level. VA Revolution runs Minis, Bambinos, and Youth Rec programs alongside its top-tier competitive offerings. For families whose child isn't ready for the travel commitment — or who want to experience a club environment before committing to fees — these programs provide a clear pathway to competitive play when the time is right. For more on the rec-to-travel transition, see recreational vs. travel soccer.

What to Do Next

Start with VA Revolution if you're at or near the top tier. They have the most detailed program data in our database and the most complete picture: RavenTek Park facility, a defined program ladder from rec to national platform, and the professional infrastructure of the Loudoun United FC merger. Contact them for tryout ID session timing.
Put Loudoun Soccer Club on your list alongside VA Revolution. Both carry MLS NEXT and Girls Academy affiliations — you won't know which is the better fit for your family until you talk to both.
Consider The St. James FC for Girls Academy or NCSL. The free rec option in Loudoun County and the broad program ladder make them worth a call for families at multiple stages of the decision.
Evaluate The St. James if facility infrastructure matters. The 450,000-square-foot Springfield facility is the best training environment in the region by square footage. If the commute to Springfield works, the facility access is hard to match.
Check ClubScout profiles. Every linked club name above takes you to their full profile with contact info, parent reviews where available, and current details.
Register for tryouts early. MLS NEXT and Girls Academy clubs can start evaluations in April. Tryout registration opens fast and closes fast. See the ClubScout tryout calendar.
Ask about the full cost picture. Registration fees are just the start. Ask about uniform kit cycles, tournament entry fees, and whether travel is included. See our travel soccer cost guide.

If your player is new to competitive play, start with recreational vs. travel soccer and our age-by-age guide. Considering a switch from a current club? See when to switch clubs.