Age Programs
Leagues
Level
Tryout-based travel teams. Regular season play.
About
South Valley Chivas is a competitive youth soccer club based in Porterville, CA, serving the southern central valley of California with programs in both Porterville and Visalia. The club's central philosophy focuses on individual player development with the goal of developing elite players for state, collegiate, professional, and youth national teams. A distinguishing feature is the club's commitment to at-risk and under-represented youth from disadvantaged communities in the surrounding area. The club has achieved notable recognition, being selected as a founding member of the NorCal ECNL Regional League beginning in the 2025-2026 season and holding full NPL club status. South Valley Chivas has a strong track record of player advancement, with alumni signing with MLS academies, Liga MX clubs, and Liga MX Femenil teams.
Programs
ECNL Regional League (Boys), ECNL Regional League (Girls), National Premier League (NPL), NorCal Premier, Competitive Boys Teams, Competitive Girls Teams, Coaches Education
Leadership & Coaching
Vinicio Bravo
Technical Director
Former Liga MX Club America player and Mexican National Team player
Diego Mendoza
Head Coach (Boys 08B, Girls 2017g, 2016g)
Oscar Estrada
Head Coach (Boys 09B)
Amber Hernandez
Head Coach (Girls 2014g NPL)
Gilbert Hernandez
Head Coach (Girls 2012/13g NPL)
Training & Facilities
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Fees & Costs
No fee info available.
Claim to add pricingTryout Schedule
2026-27 competitive team tryouts are underway; parents should contact individual coaches for specifics. Girls GU15 ECNL RL & N1 team tryouts were scheduled for May 19 & 21 at 6pm at Burton Middle School, 1155 N Elderwood, Porterville. Players born after 8/1/2011 are eligible for GU15 tryouts. Coaches listed with direct phone numbers for Porterville girls teams.
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