ECNL Boys
National-level pathway program with college showcase events and year-round competition.
What is ECNL Boys?
The Elite Clubs National League (ECNL) Boys is one of the top youth soccer platforms in the United States, designed to raise the standard of competitive youth soccer by providing a structured, high-level environment for the most talented male players. Founded as an extension of the original ECNL Girls league, the boys division features member clubs selected for their commitment to player development, coaching excellence, and organizational quality.
ECNL Boys operates through a conference-based regular season followed by a national playoff and championship event. The league places a strong emphasis on a holistic development model that balances competitive play with education. Players compete in age groups from U13 through U19, giving families a long-term development pathway from middle school through high school graduation.
For parents, ECNL Boys represents a significant commitment in both time and cost, but it offers clear advantages: nationally standardized competition, college showcase events where hundreds of college coaches recruit, and a platform recognized across the country. Players in the ECNL are regularly recruited by top Division I, II, and III college programs.
Key Features
- Conference-based national league structure with promotion pathway
- National championship event and post-season playoffs
- College showcase events attended by hundreds of college coaches
- Player-first development philosophy with holistic approach
- Selective member club model focused on organizational quality
- ECNL Player Identification Program for top performers
- Allows players to participate in high school soccer
At a Glance
Age Range
U13–U19
Season
Fall (September–December), Spring (February–May), Playoffs and National Championship (June–July)
Cost Range
$3,000–$6,000 per season (club-dependent, excludes travel)
Travel
Regional conference play most weekends, plus 2–3 national showcase events and potential post-season travel
Tryout Window
April–June (varies by club and conference)
Coverage
National — 8 conferences across the United States
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Clubs in ECNL Boys
64 resultsAC Connecticut
Milford, CT
U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15, U16, U17, U18...
Albertson SUSA
Central Islip, NY
Competitive
Arlington Soccer
Arlington, VA
Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...
Atlanta Fire United
Duluth, GA
Competitive
Baltimore Celtic
Baltimore, MD
Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...
Beach FC
Virginia Beach, VA
Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...
Bethesda SC
Bethesda, MD
Black Watch Premier
Albany, NY
Competitive, High School & Elite
Carolina Elite Soccer Academy
Greenville, SC
Development, Competitive
Cedar Stars Academy - Bergen
South Hackensack, NJ
CESA Liberty
Unknown, FL
Charlotte Independence
Charlotte, NC
Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...
Charlotte Soccer Academy
Pineville, NC
First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...
Concorde Fire Platinum
Atlanta, GA
Development, Competitive
Concorde Fire Premier
Atlanta, GA
Competitive
Connecticut United Football Club
Bridgeport, CT
U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15, U16, U17,...
Council Rock United Soccer
Richboro, PA
First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...
Delaware FC
Unknown, DE
Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...
East Coast Surf SC
Hauppauge, NY
Competitive, High School & Elite
Fairfax BRAVE
Vienna, VA
Development, Competitive
Fairfax VA Union
Fairfax, VA
Competitive
FC Copa Academy
Hillsborough Township, NJ
Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...
FC Prime
Sunrise, FL
FC Stars
Acton, MA
U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15, U16, U17,...
Flash North Soccer Club
Buffalo, NY
Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...
Florida Elite SA
St. Johns, FL
Florida Kraze Krush
Winter Springs, FL
Florida Premier FC
New Port Richey, FL
Florida West FC
Fort Myers, FL
FMFooty
Bethlehem, PA
U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15, U16, U17,...
FSA FC
Farmington, CT
Development, Competitive, High School & Elite
GSA
Unknown, GA
Gwinnett Soccer Academy
Lilburn, GA
Competitive
Highland FC
Unknown, NC
Competitive
Jacksonville FC
Jacksonville, FL
Maryland United FC
Germantown, MD
Development, Competitive
Miramar United Elite FC
Miramar, FL
NC Courage
Unknown, NC
Development, Competitive, High School & Elite
NC Fusion
Unknown, NC
NCFC Youth
Unknown, NC
First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...
NTH NASA
Unknown, NC
Competitive
NVA
Unknown, VA
Orlando City YS
Orlando, FL
PA Rush
Doylestown, PA
First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...
Penn Fusion Soccer Academy
West Chester, PA
Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...
Players Development Academy
Somerset, NJ
Development, Competitive, High School & Elite
PSA SDFC
Randolph, NJ
Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...
Rage SC Office
Leesport, PA
Development, Competitive, High School & Elite
Richmond Strikers
Richmond, VA
Richmond United
Richmond, VA
First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...
Scorpions SC
Boston, MA
U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15, U16, U17,...
South Carolina Surf
Unknown, SC
First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...
South Carolina United
Unknown, SC
STA
Norwalk, CT
U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15, U16, U17, U18...
Tampa Bay United
Tampa, FL
Recreational, Development, Competitive
Team Boca
Boca Raton, FL
Uniondale Soccer club
Uniondale, NY
Competitive
United Futbol Academy
Unknown, FL
VDA
Unknown, VA
Development, Competitive
West Chester United Soccer Club
West Chester, PA
Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...
Wilmington Hammerheads
Wilmington, NC
World Class FC
Orangeburg, NY
U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15, U16, U17,...
Yardley Makefield Soccer
Morrisville, PA
U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15, U16, U17,...
YMS TEC
Fallsington, PA
U4, U5, U6, U7, U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14
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