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ECNL Boys

National-level pathway program with college showcase events and year-round competition.

132Clubs
37States
U13–U19Ages

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

132 results

1974 Newark FC

Newark, CA

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL RL BoysGA+2

AC Connecticut

Milford, CT

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

ElitePre-ECNL GirlsNYCSL+9

Alabama FC

Birmingham, AL

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4

Arkansas Comets

Fayetteville, AR

Competitive

CompetitiveNPLPre-ECNL Girls+4
Arlington Soccer logo

Arlington Soccer

Arlington, VA

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

EliteECNL GirlsECNL RL Boys+4

Atlanta Fire United

Duluth, GA

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+3
Baltimore Celtic logo

Baltimore Celtic

Baltimore, MD

Development, Competitive, High School & Elite

EliteNPLECNL RL Boys+3

Bay Area Surf

San Jose, CA

CompetitiveECNL GirlsMLS NEXT+5
Beach FC logo

Beach FC

Virginia Beach, VA

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

EliteECNL GirlsNPL+5
Black Watch Premier logo

Black Watch Premier

Albany, NY

Competitive, High School & Elite

EliteECNL Boys
California Odyssey logo

California Odyssey

Clovis, CA

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

CompetitiveECNL GirlsNPL+5

Carolina Elite Soccer Academy

Greenville, SC

Development, Competitive

EliteECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+3
Charlotte Soccer Academy logo

Charlotte Soccer Academy

Pineville, NC

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

CompetitiveECNL GirlsNPL+4

Chattanooga Red Wolves SC

Chattanooga, TN

Competitive

CompetitivePre-ECNL GirlsECNL RL Boys+2
Chicago Inter logo

Chicago Inter

Unknown, IL

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4

Chicago Magic

Highland Park, IL

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL RL BoysECNL Boys+1
Cleveland Force SC logo

Cleveland Force SC

Bedford Heights, OH

First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4
Coastal Rush logo

Coastal Rush

Pensacola, FL

Development, Competitive, High School & Elite

ElitePre-ECNL GirlsECNL RL Boys+3

Colorado EDGE

Arvada, CO

CompetitivePre-ECNL GirlsECNL RL Boys+3

Colorado Rush

Littleton, CO

First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...

CompetitiveECNL GirlsNPL+6

Colorado Storm

Aurora, CO

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4

Columbia Premier SC

Vancouver, WA

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL RL BoysGA+2
Connecticut United Football Club logo

Connecticut United Football Club

Bridgeport, CT

Competitive, High School & Elite

CompetitiveECNL GirlsMLS NEXT+2
Council Rock United Soccer logo

Council Rock United Soccer

Richboro, PA

First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...

CompetitiveECNL BoysUSYS

Crossfire Premier

Redmond, WA

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL GirlsNPL+5
Dallas Texans logo

Dallas Texans

Dallas, TX

Development, Competitive, High School & Elite

CompetitiveECNL GirlsNPL+6
Delaware FC logo

Delaware FC

Unknown, DE

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

CompetitivePre-ECNL GirlsECNL RL Boys+3

DKSC

Farmers Branch, TX

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4
Doral Soccer Club logo

Doral Soccer Club

Doral, FL

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

CompetitiveNPLECNL RL Boys+2
East Coast Surf SC logo

East Coast Surf SC

Hauppauge, NY

Competitive, High School & Elite

ElitePre-ECNL GirlsECNL RL Boys+3

East Meadow SC

North Bellmore, NY

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4

Eclipse Select SC

Arlington Heights, IL

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL GirlsNPL+5

El Camino FC Salinas

Salinas, CA

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL RL BoysECNL Boys+2
FC Dallas logo

FC Dallas

Dallas, TX

Competitive, High School & Elite

CompetitiveMLS NEXTNPL+2

FC Portland

Portland, OR

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL RL BoysECNL Boys+1
FC Prime logo

FC Prime

Sunrise, FL

First Kicks, Development, Competitive, High Sch...

EliteECNL Boys
FC Stars logo

FC Stars

Acton, MA

Development, Competitive, High School & Elite

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+8
FC Westlake logo

FC Westlake

Austin, TX

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

CompetitiveECNL GirlsNPL+4

FC Wichita

Wichita, KS

CompetitivePre-ECNL GirlsECNL RL Boys+3
Flash North Soccer Club logo

Flash North Soccer Club

Buffalo, NY

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

CompetitiveECNL GirlsECNL Boys
Florida Elite SA logo

Florida Elite SA

St. Johns, FL

First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...

EliteECNL Boys
Florida Kraze Krush logo

Florida Kraze Krush

Winter Springs, FL

First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...

EliteECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4
Florida Premier FC logo

Florida Premier FC

New Port Richey, FL

First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...

EliteECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4
FMFooty logo

FMFooty

Bethlehem, PA

Development, Competitive, High School & Elite

EliteNPLECNL Boys+1
Folsom Lake Surf logo

Folsom Lake Surf

Folsom, CA

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

CompetitivePre-ECNL GirlsECNL RL Boys+3
Fort Lauderdale United FC logo

Fort Lauderdale United FC

Davie, FL

Development, Competitive, High School & Elite

ElitePre-ECNL GirlsECNL RL Boys+2
FSA FC logo

FSA FC

Farmington, CT

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+6
Germantown Legends logo

Germantown Legends

Germantown, TN

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

CompetitiveECNL RL BoysECNL Boys+1
Gretna Elite Academy logo

Gretna Elite Academy

Gretna, NE

First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...

EliteECNL GirlsNPL+5

Gwinnett Soccer Academy

Lilburn, GA

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+3

Highland FC

Unknown, NC

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL RL BoysECNL Boys+1

Idaho Rush

Boise, ID

First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...

EliteNPLPre-ECNL Girls+4
Indiana Elite logo

Indiana Elite

Crown Point, IN

CompetitivePre-ECNL GirlsECNL RL Boys+3
KC Athletics logo

KC Athletics

Merriam, KS

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4
LA Breakers FC logo

LA Breakers FC

Los Angeles, CA

Development, Competitive, High School & Elite

CompetitiveECNL GirlsNPL+5
La Roca FC logo

La Roca FC

South Weber, UT

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

CompetitiveECNL GirlsMLS NEXT+6

LAFC So Cal

Los Angeles, CA

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL GirlsNPL+5
Legends FC - Del Mar logo

Legends FC - Del Mar

San Diego, CA

First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...

CompetitiveECNL GirlsECNL RL Boys+3
Lobos Rush logo

Lobos Rush

Collierville, TN

First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...

CompetitiveECNL RL BoysECNL Boys+1
Lonestar SC logo

Lonestar SC

Austin, TX

First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...

CompetitiveECNL Boys
Los Gatos United logo

Los Gatos United

Los Gatos, CA

First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...

ElitePre-ECNL GirlsECNL RL Boys+4
LouCity / Racing Youth Academy logo

LouCity / Racing Youth Academy

Louisville, KY

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4

Louisiana Fire

Unknown, LA

Competitive

CompetitivePre-ECNL GirlsECNL RL Boys+3

LV Heat Surf SC

Henderson, NV

Competitive

EliteECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+3

Manhattan SC

New York, NY

U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15, U16, U17,...

CompetitiveNPLPre-ECNL Girls+7
Manhattan Soccer Club logo

Manhattan Soccer Club

New York, NY

First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...

CompetitivePre-ECNL GirlsECNL RL Boys+3
Marin FC logo

Marin FC

Greenbrae, CA

First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4
Maryland United FC logo

Maryland United FC

Germantown, MD

Development, Competitive

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+5
Minnesota Thunder Academy logo

Minnesota Thunder Academy

Richfield, MN

First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...

EliteECNL GirlsNPL+4

Mississippi Rush

Jackson, MS

Competitive

CompetitivePre-ECNL GirlsECNL RL Boys+3

Missouri Rush

Unknown, MO

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4
Mustang SC logo

Mustang SC

Danville, CA

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

EliteECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4

MVLA

Mountain View, CA

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4
NASA Tophat logo

NASA Tophat

Marietta, GA

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

CompetitiveECNL RL BoysECNL Boys
NC Fusion logo

NC Fusion

Unknown, NC

CompetitiveECNL GirlsECNL RL Boys+2
NCFC Youth logo

NCFC Youth

Unknown, NC

First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...

CompetitiveECNL GirlsNPL+4

NM Rapids SC

Albuquerque, NM

Development

CompetitiveECNL RL BoysDPL+2

Oakwood SC

Glastonbury, CT

Development, Competitive, High School & Elite

EliteMLS NEXTECNL RL Boys+3

Ohio Elite SA

Unknown, OH

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4
Ohio Premier logo

Ohio Premier

Unknown, OH

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4
PA Rush logo

PA Rush

Doylestown, PA

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

EliteGAECNL Boys+1

PacNW SC

Redmond, WA

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4

Palm Beach United

Palm Beach Gardens, FL

EliteGAECNL Boys+1

Parkland Soccer Club

Coral Springs, FL

Competitive

ElitePre-ECNL GirlsECNL RL Boys+2

Pateadores

Santa Ana, CA

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4
Penn Fusion Soccer Academy logo

Penn Fusion Soccer Academy

West Chester, PA

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+6
Pittsburgh Riverhounds logo

Pittsburgh Riverhounds

Pittsburgh, PA

U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15, U16, U17,...

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4
Potomac Soccer Association logo

Potomac Soccer Association

Potomac, MD

Development, Competitive

CompetitiveECNL RL BoysGA+3

Princeton SA

Princeton, NJ

U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15, U16, U17,...

CompetitivePre-ECNL GirlsECNL RL Boys+5
PSA SDFC logo

PSA SDFC

Randolph, NJ

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

EliteECNL BoysEDP
Rage SC Office logo

Rage SC Office

Leesport, PA

Competitive, High School & Elite

EliteECNL BoysNAL
Richmond United logo

Richmond United

Richmond, VA

First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...

EliteECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+3
RISE Soccer Club logo

RISE Soccer Club

Houston, TX

First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...

CompetitiveECNL RL BoysGA+3

River Islands Surf

Lathrop, CA

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL RL BoysECNL Boys+1

Rockford Raptors FC

Unknown, IL

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4

San Antonio City SC

San Antonio, TX

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL RL BoysGA+2
San Antonio FC logo

San Antonio FC

San Antonio, TX

Competitive, High School & Elite

EliteECNL RL BoysECNL Boys+1
San Diego Surf logo

San Diego Surf

San Diego, CA

CompetitiveECNL GirlsNPL+5

San Francisco Elite Academy

San Francisco, CA

Competitive

EliteECNL RL BoysGA+3

San Juan SC

Sacramento, CA

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4
Santa Clara Sporting logo

Santa Clara Sporting

Santa Clara, CA

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

EliteGAECNL Boys+2

Santa Rosa United

Santa Rosa, CA

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+3

Scorpions SC

Boston, MA

U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15, U16, U17,...

EliteECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+5
SDSC Surf logo

SDSC Surf

San Diego, CA

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

EliteECNL RL BoysGA+3
Seattle United logo

Seattle United

Seattle, WA

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4

Select

Boston, MA

U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15, U16, U17, U18...

EliteECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+7
Skyline Elite SC logo

Skyline Elite SC

Charlottesville, VA

EliteGAECNL Boys
Slammers FC logo

Slammers FC

Huntington Beach, CA

First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...

EliteECNL GirlsNPL+5
Snohomish United logo

Snohomish United

Snohomish, WA

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

CompetitiveECNL RL BoysECNL Boys+1

Solar SC

Unknown, TX

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4
South Carolina Surf logo

South Carolina Surf

Unknown, SC

First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...

EliteECNL GirlsECNL RL Boys+3
South Carolina United logo

South Carolina United

Unknown, SC

EliteECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+3

Sporting California USA

Unknown, CA

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4

Sporting Iowa Central

Des Moines, IA

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4

St. Louis Stars

St. Louis, MO

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL RL BoysECNL Boys+1

STA

Norwalk, CT

Development, Competitive, High School & Elite

EliteGA ASPIREECNL Boys
Sting Soccer Club logo

Sting Soccer Club

Dallas, TX

Development, Competitive, High School & Elite

EliteECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4

SUSA FC

New York, NY

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+5

Tennessee SC

Unknown, TN

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+3

Tennessee United SC

Hendersonville, TN

CompetitiveECNL BoysECNL RL Girls

Three Rivers Soccer Club

Pasco, WA

First Kicks, Recreational, Development, Competi...

CompetitiveECNL RL BoysECNL Boys+1
Tulsa SC logo

Tulsa SC

Tulsa, OK

Development, Competitive, High School & Elite

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+5
Uniondale Soccer club logo

Uniondale Soccer club

Uniondale, NY

Competitive

CompetitiveECNL Boys
United PDX logo

United PDX

Portland, OR

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

CompetitivePre-ECNL GirlsECNL RL Boys+3
Virginia Development Academy logo

Virginia Development Academy

Woodbridge, VA

Development, Competitive, High School & Elite

CompetitiveECNL GirlsGA+2
VSA Rush logo

VSA Rush

Waukee, IA

Development, Competitive, High School & Elite

EliteECNL RL BoysGA+2
Washington Premier FC logo

Washington Premier FC

Seattle, WA

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

CompetitiveECNL GirlsNPL+5
West Chester United Soccer Club logo

West Chester United Soccer Club

West Chester, PA

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

EliteECNL Boys

West Side Alliance SC

Sand Springs, OK

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

CompetitiveECNL GirlsNPL+5
Wilmington Hammerheads logo

Wilmington Hammerheads

Wilmington, NC

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+3
World Class FC logo

World Class FC

Orangeburg, NY

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

CompetitiveECNL GirlsPre-ECNL Girls+4
YMS TEC logo

YMS TEC

Fallsington, PA

Recreational, Development, Competitive, High Sc...

EliteECNL BoysUSYS

Parent Questions About ECNL Boys

What is the ECNL?
The Elite Clubs National League is a top-tier youth soccer platform operating across the United States. It features selectively chosen member clubs and provides a structured competitive season with conference play, national events, and college showcase opportunities. ECNL is widely recognized by college coaches as one of the premier recruiting platforms in youth soccer.
How much does ECNL cost?
ECNL club fees typically range from $3,000 to $6,000 per season depending on the club and region. This usually covers coaching, training, league fees, and local tournament entry. Travel costs for away conference games and national events are additional and can add $2,000–$5,000 or more per year depending on your conference geography.
When are ECNL tryouts?
Most ECNL clubs hold tryouts between April and June, though exact dates vary by club and conference. Some clubs may hold additional tryout sessions in the summer or early fall. Check individual club pages on ClubScout for specific tryout dates and registration links.
Is ECNL good for college recruiting?
Yes, ECNL is one of the best platforms for college soccer recruiting. The league hosts dedicated showcase events where hundreds of college coaches from Division I, II, and III programs actively recruit. The ECNL brand is well-known among college coaches, and many top college players competed in ECNL during their youth careers.
Can my child play high school soccer and ECNL?
Yes. Unlike some other elite leagues, the ECNL allows players to participate in their high school soccer season. Many families value this flexibility, as high school soccer provides a different team experience and can be important for the student-athlete experience.
What is the difference between ECNL and MLS NEXT?
Both are elite-level youth soccer leagues, but they differ in structure and philosophy. ECNL features independent member clubs and allows high school soccer participation. MLS NEXT is operated by Major League Soccer, includes MLS-affiliated academies alongside independent clubs, and historically has restricted high school play (though policies have evolved). Both offer strong college recruiting exposure.
What age groups does ECNL Boys cover?
ECNL Boys offers competition for age groups U13 through U19, providing a continuous development pathway from middle school through high school. Some member clubs also offer younger age group programming through the ECNL Regional League, which serves as a development tier below the national ECNL.

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