National Events

2026 dates, locations announced for The National League Cup

FRISCO, Texas (Sept. 2, 2025) — The dates and locations are now available for the inaugural edition of The National League Cup (The NL Cup), which is debuting at the conclusion of the 2025-26 youth soccer season.

The NL Cup features four playoff events that will qualify top teams into The NL Cup Finals, which concludes the competition and crowns The NL Cup champions.

The National League Cup | 2026 Events

Southeast Playoffs
Bryan Park Soccer Complex
Greensboro, NC
June 12-14, 2026

Southwest Playoffs
Epic Sports Park
Provo, UT
June 12-14, 2026

Northeast Playoffs
Publix Virginia Soccer Training Center
Fredericksburg, VA
June 19-21, 2026

Northwest Playoffs
Epic Sports Park
Provo, UT
June 19-21, 2026

The NL Cup Finals
Creve Coeur Park Soccer Complex
St. Louis, MO
July 7-9, 2026

“We are excited to be working with some of the top facilities in the country for the inaugural year of The National League Cup,” said Marc Frankland, National League General Manager. “These locations will each provide a great setting for the top teams in The National League to play in a high-level competition.”

This new, streamlined competition format will offer teams the opportunity of a postseason competition and will be exclusive to National League teams, highlighting the top competition in the league. Qualification will take place on a same-season basis, with teams earning placement directly from their performance in regular season league competition.

Winners of National League Tier 1 Divisions, in both club-based and team-based leagues, will earn automatic qualification into The NL Cup. The Northwest Playoffs will feature automatic qualifiers from the Midwest and Northwest divisions. The Southwest Playoffs will feature automatic qualifiers from the Desert and Pacific divisions. The Northeast Playoffs will feature automatic qualifiers from the Great Lakes, Mid Atlantic, New England, North Atlantic, Northeast and South Atlantic divisions. The Southeast Playoffs will feature automatic qualifiers from the Frontier, Mid South, Piedmont, Southeast and Sunshine divisions.

The remaining spots in The NL Cup will be filled by the teams that qualify for the competition through their performance at the winter events.

At each playoff event, eight boys teams and eight girls teams in their respective 13U-19U age group will compete in a group play format with three games over three days. Each age group will have two groups of four teams, with the winner of each four-team group advancing to The NL Cup Finals.

The NL Cup Finals will feature eight teams — the two group winners from each of the four playoff events — in each of the 13U-19U age groups for both boys and girls. Teams will play three games in three days in a bracket format, where games progress from quarterfinals to semifinals to the finals — in which The NL Cup champions will be determined.

About The National League: Established in 2007, The National League represents the top league platform in US Youth Soccer and offers both team-based and club-based league formats across the country. National League teams experience high-level localized competition with national connectivity through events and The National League Cup — an annual postseason competition that determines the league’s best team in each age group.

Full field of teams set for 2025-26 NL Winter Events

FRISCO, Texas (Aug. 19, 2025) — The field of teams that is set to compete in the upcoming season’s National League Winter Events has been announced.

November 2025 Event

Boys Teams | Girls Teams

January 2026 Event

Boys Teams | Girls Teams

Please note: Teams are subject to change, and teams on waiting lists may be included should additional teams/groups be added to either the November or January event.

“These events will be full of proven teams that have earned the opportunity to compete by excelling in their recent National League competitions,” said Marc Frankland, National League general manager. “We are excited to see some great performances as these teams and players get a chance to compete for berths to the 2026 postseason.”

The winter events, which are open to only teams playing in the National League, present participating teams with opportunities to qualify for the 2026 USYS National Championships, presented by New York Life, and the inaugural edition of The National League Cup.

Each winter event will take place at the Arizona Athletic Grounds, in Mesa, Ariz., and participating teams will play at one of the two event options. Competition is available for boys and girls teams that are playing in the 14U, 15U, 16U, 17U and 19U age groups during the 2025-26 youth soccer season.

Among US Youth Soccer State Associations, Cal South leads the way with 35 teams playing in the winter events, followed by New Jersey with 28 teams. Illinois has 24 teams, Indiana has 23 and Ohio has 21. Six additional states have at least 10 teams competing, and 37 total state associations are represented in the winter events’ field of teams.

The field of teams for the winter events includes 53 sides that competed at the 2025 USYS National Championships.

Teams were accepted for the winter events based on their history of performance — giving any applying team the chance to earn its way into the highly competitive field. Within each age group, up to 40 total teams will compete in the winter events, with the teams divided among the two events.

At the events, teams are split into five groups of four, and each team plays its three group opponents over three days. Teams earn 3 points for a win, 1 point for a draw and 0 points for a loss.

Teams that finish in first or second place in their four-team group will advance to a postseason event, with top finishers moving on to the 2026 USYS National Championships as a National League representative. Age groups with larger team counts will see the remaining top-two finishers advance to The National League Cup Playoffs, with the number of advancement spots dependent on the number of teams competing in each respective age group.

Second wave of acceptance announced for 2025-26 Winter Events

FRISCO, Texas (Aug. 7, 2025) — The second round of accepted teams has been announced for the National League Winter Events taking place in the 2025-26 youth soccer season.

2025-26 Winter Events | Accepted Teams (as of Aug. 7)
Boys Teams | Girls Teams

The current list of accepted teams features a majority of teams that will ultimately compete in the winter events. All other applicants are still being reviewed for acceptance, and teams are still being considered in every age group for both the November and January events.

Teams currently have their last chance to submit winter event applications over this weekend before the final round of acceptances. Click here to apply for a winter event.

The winter events, which are open to only teams playing in the National League, present participating teams with chances to qualify for the 2026 USYS National Championships, presented by New York Life, and the inaugural edition of The National League Cup. Each winter event will take place at the Arizona Athletic Grounds, in Mesa, Ariz.

Each participating team will play at one of the two event options. Competition is available for boys and girls teams that are playing in the 14U, 15U, 16U, 17U and 19U age groups during the 2025-26 youth soccer season.

Teams are being accepted for the winter events based on their history of performance — giving any applying team the chance to earn its way into the highly competitive field. Within each age group, up to 40 total teams will compete in the winter events, with the teams divided evenly among two events (20 teams per event).

At the events, teams are split into five groups of four, and each team plays its three group opponents over three days. Teams earn 3 points for a win, 1 point for a draw and 0 points for a loss.

Teams that finish in first place in their four-team group will advance to the 2026 USYS National Championships as a National League representative. Teams that finish in second place in their four-team group at the winter events will earn a wildcard spot into The NL Cup at the end of the 2025-26 season.

First wave of acceptances announced for 2025-26 Winter Events

FRISCO, Texas (July 31, 2025) — The first round of accepted teams has been announced for the National League Winter Events taking place in the 2025-26 youth soccer season.

2025-26 Winter Events | Accepted Teams (as of July 31)
Boys Teams | Girls Teams

This initial round of acceptances features only a portion of the teams that will ultimately compete in the winter events. All other applicants are still being reviewed for acceptance, and teams are being accepted into 2025-26 winter events on a rolling basis.

Winter event applications are still open for interested teams, and the next round of acceptances will occur in early August. Click here to apply for a winter event.

Teams are being accepted for the winter events based on their history of performance — giving any applying team the chance to earn its way into the highly competitive field. Within each age group, 40 total teams will compete in the winter events, with the teams divided evenly among two events (20 teams per event).

At the events, teams are split into five groups of four, and each team plays its three group opponents over three days. Teams earn 3 points for a win, 1 point for a draw and 0 points for a loss.

National League teams claim 11 of 12 titles at 2025 Nationals

Results

Champion Photos

ALL EVENT PHOTOS

ORLANDO, Fla. (July 28, 2025) — The 2025 US Youth Soccer National Championships, presented by New York Life, wrapped up on Sunday in Orlando, Fla., as the week ended with National League teams claiming 11 of the 12 National titles.

For each newly crowned National Champion, the titles came after a full season of hard work. For a club like Raiders FC (IL), lifting the trophy marked a moment more than a dozen years in the making, as the club secured its first National Championship.

“We’ve had teams coming here for 14 years, and we’ve finally won a National Championship,” Raiders FC owner Salvador Valencia said. “It’s a great feeling, and I send congratulations to all these players and parents. It’s hard to win here. It felt like we’d never win that one because we’ve been coming here for 14 years with close losses. Thank God, we’ve finally made it.”

Columbus United (OH) was the lone club to win two 2025 National Championships, as its teams claimed titles in the 14U Girls and 15U Girls age groups. Meanwhile, Utah Celtic 08B E64 Bradley (UT) made history by becoming just the sixth team — and first since 2017 — to win three consecutive US Youth Soccer National Championships.

The 11 champions from the National League came from seven different USYS State Associations. Illinois, Michigan, Ohio and South Texas each had two teams win championships, while Eastern Pennsylvania, Utah and Wisconsin each had one.

Teams that played in National League club-based divisions secured five National titles, while five of the National Champions played in team-based Premier 1 Divisions, and one team played in a team-based Premier 2 division. The majority of title-winning teams had very strong performances in the regular season, as six finished in first place in their National League division, while one finished in second place and two finished in third place.

Eight of the new National Champions played in the National League Semifinal events in 2024-25. Four of those sides won champions pool titles and one won the wildcard pool.

The road to the title

Meet the newly crowned USYS National Champions from the National League and see the path each took to lifting the trophy.

13U Girls

HTX Soccer 13G (TX-S)

PATH TO NATIONALS

HTX 13G (TX-S) finished in third place in its NL Club Premier 2 division, but it impressed by doing so as one of the youngest teams in the group. It carried the confidence developed by that showing into the Southern Regional Championships, where it won five straight games to win the regional title and qualify for Nationals.

NATIONAL FINAL KEY MOMENTS

In the 15th minute, Hayleigh Simon whipped in a left-footed free kick from distance that found the back of the net. That strike proved to be the lone goal in the game, as HTX held on for the 1-0 victory against City SC Utah 12G SA (UT).

14U Girls

Columbus United G11 Lions (OH)

PATH TO NATIONALS

After coming up short in the final last year and finishing as the national runner-up, Columbus United G11 Lions (OH) fought to get back to Orlando. The Ohio side won its NL Team Premier 1 Great Lakes division, and it qualified for Nationals through the National League Semifinals — setting up another chance to play for the National title.

NATIONAL FINAL KEY MOMENTS

After a year of battling to get back for another title opportunity, Columbus needed to wait just a little longer to lift its trophy. In the title game against Elmbrook United 11G Elite 64 (WI), a 1-1 draw at the end of regulation sent the game to extra time. Just two minutes into the extra periods, Cara Crawford headed in a free kick at the back post to put the Ohio side in front. Columbus rode the momentum of that go-ahead goal to secure a 4-1 win and the National Championship.

14U BOYS

LT Elite SGA 11B Premier (TX-S)

PATH TO NATIONALS

A first-place finish in its NL Team Premier 1 Frontier division set the tone for the rest of the season for LT Elite SGA 11B Premier (TX-S). Using a combination of clean sheets and high-scoring outbursts, the South Texas side won all five games in Texas to claim the Southern Regional Championship and advance to Nationals.

NATIONAL FINAL KEY MOMENTS

Just three minutes into the championship game, Alexis Rodriguez ran on to a flicked on header and hammered a shot past the keeper to put SGA in front of Minneapolis United 11B Academy (MN). Walter Lazo Padilla later added an insurance goal to help SGA to a 2-0 win in the championship final.

15U Girls

Columbus United G10 Lions (OH)

PATH TO NATIONALS

This title has been two years in the making for Columbus United G10 Lions (OH) — the 2023 National Champions that came up a win short of repeating as champs a year ago. After its finalist showing in 2024, the Ohio side earned a third straight trip to Nationals in emphatic fashion at the National League Semifinals — scoring 20 goals while conceding just one en route to the champions pool title.

NATIONAL FINAL KEY MOMENTS

Taylor Whetzel held off her defender in the 17th minute before hitting a shot from distance that dipped under the bar for the opening goal against Elmbrook United 10G Elite 64 (WI). Whetzel added a second in the 32nd minute to help set Columbus on its way to a 3-0 victory — giving the team its second National Championship in three seasons.

15U BOYS

MI Stars 10B Academy (MI)

PATH TO NATIONALS

MI Stars 10B Academy (MI) finished in second place in its NL Club Premier 2 division, and it got a taste of highly competitive nation-wide competition at the National League Semifinals in Texas. There, MI Stars qualified for Nationals and played three games decided by a goal or less.

NATIONAL FINAL KEY MOMENTS

A quick counter-attack turned a dangerous Tuzos Tucson Academy 10B E64 (AZ) free kick into a scoring opportunity for MI Stars. The Michigan keeper grabbed the ball off the set piece and played a quick long ball down the field. Some link-up play in the midfield led to a through ball that found Liam Trimble, who fired the Stars in front for the breakthrough goal in an eventual 3-0 title game victory.

16U Girls

Elmbrook United 09G Elite 64 (WI)

PATH TO NATIONALS

A first-place finish in its NL Club Premier 1 division showed that Elmbrook United 09G Elite 64 (WI) had the potential to make noise on the national stage. The Wisconsin side earned a chance to prove itself further by qualifying for Nationals via the National League Semifinals.

NATIONAL FINAL KEY MOMENTS

Elmbrook grabbed full control of the final match against Rebel Elite 09 Black (UT) with goal in quick succession that built a two-goal lead midway through the first half. Alivia Becker opened the scoring with a right-footed rocket to the near post in the 20th minute that left the goalkeeper with no chance to stop it. Just five minutes later, Kathryn Craddock finished a loose ball in front of goal to extend the lead and help fuel Elmbrook’s 5-1 title game victory.

16U BOYS

Raiders FC 2009 (IL)

PATH TO NATIONALS

Raiders FC 2009 (IL) qualified for Nationals through the National League Semifinals in California, where it followed up a loss in penalties by rattling off three straight wins to claim the wildcard pool’s ticket to Orlando. The triumph was followed by a title in its NL Team Premier 1 Midwest division, as Raiders entered the summer in top form.

NATIONAL FINAL KEY MOMENTS

After Raiders and KC Legends 09B Academy Red (KS) exchanged goals in the first half, the title game crept closer to regulation with no clear winner in sight. That changed in the 67th minute, when Kristopher Caravantes received a through ball in the left side of the box and bent his shot inside the far post for the game-winner in Raiders’ 2-1 triumph.

17U Girls

Michigan Tigers Elite 64 08G (MI)

PATH TO NATIONALS

All signs pointed to Michigan Tigers Elite 64 08G (MI) being a serious National title contender when it traveled to Orlando. The Tigers exceled in the regular season by winning their NL Club Premier 1 division. Their success continued at the National League Semifinals, where they went undefeated to claim the champions pool title and carry plenty of confidence into the National Championships.

NATIONAL FINAL KEY MOMENTS

After an early goal from Maya Bjedov put Michigan in front, the Tigers seized full control of the title matchup against Ambassadors FC 2008 Girls (OH) with two quick goals late in the second half. River Pham doubled the Tigers’ lead when she ran onto a ball at the top of the box and slotted her shot inside the right post, and Tatum Borton scored from distance shortly after the restart to seal the 3-0 National Championship win.

17U BOYS

Utah Celtic 08B E64 Bradley (UT)

PATH TO NATIONALS

With two straight National Championships to its name, Utah Celtic 08B E64 Bradley (UT) showed no signs of slowing down in the buildup to the 2025 National Championships. Celtic earned a chance to go for a three-peat by winning the champions pool at the National League Semifinals and added a first-place finish in its NL Club Premier 1 division, as well.

NATIONAL FINAL KEY MOMENTS

After three straight games decided by a goal or less, Celtic left little doubt in earning its third straight National Championship. In the final, Kobe Lerma headed the Utah side in front for the only goal in a close first half. However, Celtic’s Corbin Gardner hit a 50th-minute shot through traffic and into the far side-netting to open up the game and kick off a dominant second half that saw Utah pull away for a 5-0 victory.

“It’s unbelievable. Not many teams have won three times in a row,” Celtic defensive midfielder Ben Bradley said. “I’m just grateful to be a part of this team with a great family, great coaches and a bunch of boys that love each other. “It’s a lot of work, a lot of grinding, a lot of late nights and early mornings. It’s all worth it. All the work you put in leads to these kinds of moments, and we love to have these moments.”

19U Girls

Penn FC 07G Black (PA-E)

PATH TO NATIONALS

Penn FC 07G Black (PA-E) turned in a solid showing in its NL Team Premier 1 Mid Atlantic division — finishing third — and continued to round into form from there. The Eastern Pennsylvania side showcased offensive firepower in five straight wins at the Eastern Regional Championships in Virginia that helped it claim the regional title and move on to the National Championships.

NATIONAL FINAL KEY MOMENTS

The key moments for Penn FC can’t be limited to the final match, as the team approached the brink of elimination in a penalty kick shootout in the semifinals. However, goalkeeper Chelsea Coburn saved an attempt that would have ended Penn FC’s run, and her second straight save set up Kali O’Connell’s winning attempt that sent Penn FC to the title game.

Facing defending National Champion MI Rangers FC Elite 64 06/07G (MI) in the final, Penn FC faced another massive challenge when it fell behind by two goals. After Haley Bull gave Penn FC some life with a 68th-minute goal, Viktorya Luckenbach scored two goals in quick succession to fuel her side to the 3-2 comeback victory.

“It feels amazing to end our youth careers on this note,” Coburn said. “We played together in this last game and played for our team and did everything we could to just work together until the end. “Yesterday, in the semifinals, it came down to penalties. I had to save a couple to get to this game. We had to push through yesterday and had to push through today, so the win feels even better.”

19U BOYS

JaHbat B06 Premier 1 (IL)

PATH TO NATIONALS

The structure of the National League is intended to allow teams to earn their place through their play on the field, and no team exemplified that more than JaHbat B06 Premier 1 (IL). A NL Team Premier 2 division side, JaHbat took advantage of its opportunities and won the champions pool at the National League Semifinals to move on to Orlando.

NATIONAL FINAL KEY MOMENTS

In the final against Ohio Galaxies FC Elite 64 06/07B (OH), JaHbat ensured that the final place it would earn would be a place in the history books. A scoreless first half precluded a final 45 minutes that was filled with fireworks. Makhi Francis curled a free kick inside the near post to put JaHbat in front in the 52nd minute.

The Illinois side struck off another free kick in the 63rd minute when Joseph Sargent hammered a knocked down ball into an open net, and Francis perfectly shaped a left-footed strike just moments later that found the far side-netting to give JaHbat a 3-0 lead. That goal proved vital, as Ohio Galaxies fought back to within 3-2, but JaHbat held on to claim the James P. McGuire Cup as 19U Boys champions.

CHAMPIONSHIP GAME PHOTOS

Apply now for 2025-26 National League winter events

Dates announced for events to be played in Mesa, Ariz.

FRISCO, Texas (June 12, 2025) — The National League is excited to announce the dates and locations for its winter events for the 2025-26 season. These events provide participating teams with chances to qualify for the 2026 USYS National Championships, presented by New York Life, and the inaugural edition of The National League Cup.

Each winter event will take place at the Arizona Athletic Grounds, in Mesa, Ariz.

The winter events are open to only teams playing The National League in the 2025-26 season, and team applications are now being accepted for the events. All teams must apply to participate in a winter event, and the deadline to apply is Aug. 8, 2025.

November Event

Boys – Oct. 31-Nov. 2, 2025
Girls – Nov. 7-9, 2025
Arizona Athletic Grounds

January Event

Boys – Jan. 30-Feb. 1, 2026
Girls – Jan. 30-Feb. 1, 2026
Arizona Athletic Grounds

Apply for A WINTER EVENT

Teams will be accepted for the winter events based on their history of performance — giving any applying team the chance to earn its way into the highly competitive field. Within each age group, 40 total teams will compete in the winter events, with the teams divided evenly among two events (20 teams per event).

At the events, teams are split into five groups of four, and each team plays its three group opponents over three days. Teams earn 3 points for a win, 1 point for a draw and 0 points for a loss.

Teams that finish in first place in their four-team group will advance to the 2026 USYS National Championships as a National League representative. Teams that finish in second place in their four-team group at the winter events will earn a spot into The NL Cup at the end of the 2025-26 season.

120 National League Reps Punch Tickets to 2025 Nationals

Qualifiers (List)

Qualifiers (Gallery)

FRISCO, Texas (May 14, 2025) — After an exciting 2024-25 event season, 120 teams from The National League have secured their place in the 2025 USYS National Championships, presented by New York Life.

The National League representatives — featuring boys and girls teams in the 14U-19U age groups — will join representatives from the upcoming USYS Regional Championships to compete at the National Championships, which take place July 22-27 in Orlando, Fla.

Each National League team that qualified for Nationals did so by proving itself against some of the top competition in the country. A field of more than 780 teams started at the National League Quarterfinals level and eventually pared down to the 120 sides that punched their tickets to Nationals through top performances at one of the two National League Semifinal events.

+ VIEW: See the list of 120 National Championships qualifiers

“The semifinals in Texas, and California each featured great performances, and the teams battling to secure their place at the National Championships added even more excitement to great environments,” said Marc Frankland, National League General Manager. “Congratulations to all the teams that are moving on to Nationals, and thanks to everyone who contributed to a great National League event season.”

The National Championship qualifiers from the National League events feature teams from 25 different USYS State Associations. Ohio leads the way with 12 qualifiers, while Illinois is close behind with 10.

In total, 85 different clubs have secured at least one berth to the National Championships, and 25 clubs have multiple teams set to compete this July in Orlando. City SC Utah (UT) and Los Angeles SC (CA-S) each qualified four teams to lead all clubs.

Among the qualifiers are six defending USYS National Champions who are looking to defend their titles. For more information on the 2025 USYS National Championships, click here.

To learn more about to the formats of the National League events for the upcoming 2025-26 season, click here.

Applications for team-based divisions within the National League are now being accepted. Click here for information on applications and deadlines in your area of the country.

NL Semifinals in California complete five thrilling days of soccer

60 total teams earn advancement to the 2025 USYS National Championships

View Results | Event Photos | Qualifiers Gallery

OCEANSIDE, Calif. (May 6, 2025) — Five exciting days of action at the National League Semifinals in Oceanside, Calif., saw 30 girls teams and 30 boys teams qualify for the 2025 USYS National Championships, presented by New York Life.

The games in Oceanside featured top teams in the 14U-19U age groups from the National League’s club-based and team-based divisions, as each competing side earned its place in the event through its performance at quarterfinal events earlier this season.

Many of the coaches and players talked about the value of challenging themselves against National League competition and the confidence that can come from seizing the opportunities available to each team.

“It’s amazing to see these girls go through everything that they go through and the resilience that they have,” said CDA Slammers Elite 64 10G (CA-S) coach Mike McCarty, whose team bounced back after a loss in its opening game. “…Getting them to be able to compete on a big stage is a great experience with great fields, great refereeing, great competition. It’s been a blessing, and we’re excited to get to Florida.”

National Championships | Qualifiers via NL Semifinals (California)

CarShield FC 11G Academy NL (MO)

Hex FC Dominion 11G (PA-E)

Impact GFC G11 (OH)

Los Angeles Soccer Elite 64 11G (CA-S)

St. Croix 11G Academy NL (MN)

The Football Academy 11G Silver (NJ)

Ambassadors FC 10G (OH)

CDA Slammers Elite 64 10G (CA-S)

City SC Utah Elite 64 10G (UT)

PPA 10G Green (MD)

PSA Monmouth 10G (NJ)

Team Challenger FC G10 Black (OH)

City SC Utah Elite 64 09G (UT)

FIERCE 09G (TX-S)

HEX FC Dominion 09G (PA-E)

Los Angeles Soccer Elite 64 09G (CA-S)

NJ Nationals 09G Elite (NJ)

Utah Surf 09G Cheshire (UT)

Ambassadors FC 2008 Girls

CDA Slammers Elite 64 08G (CA-S)

City SC Utah Elite 64 08G (UT)

Elite Development Academy 08G (CA-S)

Los Angeles Soccer Elite 64 08G (CA-S)

PCU 08G Red 1 (OR)

City SC Utah Elite 64 06/07G (UT)

Cook Inlet SC Elite 64 06G (AK)

FC Dallas ETX 07G Premier (TX-N)

Global Sports Academy 07G (ID)

IMG Premier Girls (FL)

Solar South 06/07G Adames FDL (TX-N)

Chattanooga FC 11B Navy (TN)

St. Louis Stars SC 11B Academy Red (MO)

Team Boca 11B White (FL)

Team Chicago 11 Boys Elite 64 RL (IL)

The Football Academy NJ 11B Black (NJ)

Washington Rush B11 NL (WA)

KBSC Elite 2010 (FL)

Los Angeles Soccer Elite 64 10B (CA-S)

Sparta Elite 64 10B (UT)

The Football Academy 10B Black (NJ)

Tuzos Tucson Academy 10B E64 (AZ)

ZYSA 10B Green NL (IN)

ASA Juventus Elite 2009 (MD)

Aspire FC 09B Black (TX-S)

KC Legends 09B Academy Red (KS)

Nona FC Elite 64 09B (FL)

Raiders FC 2009 (IL)

Strikers Miami FC Elite 64 09B (FL)

AC Brea B08 (CA-S)

Galaxy SC 08B Elite 64 (IL)

Legends Elite 64 08B (TX-S)

MFA Revolution GR 08B Elite (MI)

NW United Elite 64 08B (WA)

PDA Hibernian Danubia 2008 (NJ)

Alliance Fire 06/07B (IN)

Azzurri Storm Elite 64 07B (FL)

HEX FC Dominion 06/07B (PA-E)

KC Legends Academy 2006 (KS)

PYSC 07B Orange (NY-E)

Raiders FC 2007 (IL)

The 60 teams that qualified for the National Championships came from 22 different state associations, led by Cal South eight qualifiers. Florida, New Jersey and Utah followed with six qualifiers each.

Eight different clubs had multiple teams qualify for the National Championships, and 46 total clubs had at least one team punch its ticket to Nationals. City SC Utah and Los Angeles SC led the way, as they each had four teams advance to Nationals.

In addition to teams earning their place in the National Championships, five boys teams and five girls teams won tournament competition within the champions pool of their respective age groups.

2025 NL Semifinals (California) | Girls Champions
14U: Impact GFC G11 (OH)
15U: PPA 10G Green (MD)
16U: Utah Surf 09G Cheshire (UT)
17U: Ambassadors FC 2008 Girls (OH)
19U: City SC Utah Elite 64 06/07G (UT)

2025 NL Semifinals (California) | Boys Champions
14U: The Football Academy NJ 11B Black (NJ)
15U: Sparta Elite 64 10B (UT)
16U: KC Legends 09B Academy Red (KS)
17U: NW United Elite 64 08B (WA)
19U: Raiders FC 2007 (IL)

For the second straight season, Raiders FC (IL) won the 19U Boys title at the event in Oceanside, and they’re once again looking to build off that experience to secure an elusive piece of history.

“Raiders has a deep history of winning everything,” Raiders FC 07 midfielder Gustavo Herrera said. “It’s just that McGuire Cup — that’s what we’re looking for. That’s the one we’ve been looking for at Nationals. We prepare all summer just for this tournament, so you know we’re really excited to get out there and play.”

The 10 champions pool winners represented seven different state associations, as Utah (3) and Ohio (2) were the lone state associations to have multiple winners.

One 2024 USYS National Champion — The FA 2011 Boys Black (NJ) — won a champions pool title, while one additional defending champ — Aspire FC 09B Black (TX-S) — punched its ticket back to the National Championships.

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NL Semifinals (Oceanside) – Preview

The very best of The National League are descending on Oceanside, Calif., this week, as 80 girls teams and 104 boys teams compete at the National League Semifinals.

The action in Oceanside features teams in the 14U, 15U, 16U, 17U and 19U age groups playing in a one-of-a-kind event format that matches club-based and team-based sides against each other to compete for advancement to this summer’s USYS National Championships, presented by New York Life. All teams earned their place in the semifinals through their performances at their respective quarterfinal events earlier this season. With so many proven sides, there will be plenty of talent featured in each game in California.

Click on the buttons below to check out a few teams and players that have stood out in each age group, plus take a look at which states and clubs are most represented at the event.

GIRLS PREVIEWS:

BOYS PREVIEWS:

By the Numbers

clubS WIth 3+ Teams:

10 Teams – Los Angeles Soccer Club
7 Teams – So Cal Blues Soccer Club
6 Teams – CDA Slammers
5 Teams – AYSO United, Cook Inlet SC, East County Surf SC, Sporting California, Utah Celtic
4 Teams – City SC Utah, Empire Surf, Legends FC, Nona Soccer Academy, Strikers Miami FC
3 Teams – Ambassadors FC, BVB IA Pittsburgh, Chattanooga FC Academy, FBSL Tuzos, Ginga FC, HEX FC, The Football Academy NJ, Valor Soccer

Total Clubs REPRESENTED

STATE ASSOCIATIONS REPRESENTED

Most teams by State association:

Cal South (51)
Florida (21)
Utah (15)
Arizona (9)
Ohio (9)
New Jersey (8)
Washington (8)

14U Girls

Champions Pool

As the lone unbeaten team from the December quarterfinals, Hex FC Dominion 11G (PA-E) will look to continue its run of success when it heads to Oceanside. The Eastern PA side received contributions from all positions on the field — scoring four goals in one win, while relying on shutouts to secure its other two results.

Three other teams picked up multiple wins in December, including Group B winners, The Football Academy 11G Silver (NJ), which rebounded from an opening loss by securing two one-goal wins. Meanwhile, Impact GFC G11 (OH) and St. Croix 11G Academy NL (MN) each displayed offensive prowess en route to second-place finishes in their groups in December.

If CDA Slammers Elite 64 11G (CA-S) can reignite its form from the November quarterfinals, when it won three straight games to claim the champions pool title, it will be a difficult matchup for any opponent in Oceanside. The Slammers scored three goals in each game, including a 3-2 win in the pool final against AYSO United Elite 64 11G (CA-S), whose potent offense could also cause issues for opposing defenses at the semifinals.

Wildcard Pool

An unbeaten showing in the wildcard pool at the November quarterfinals should give So Cal Blues Elite 64 11G (CA-S) confidence of producing a repeat showing this week in Oceanside. The Cal South side was challenged — including a one-goal win and a victory in penalties — and can draw from that experience in similar situations this weekend.

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Amelia Nielsen (Forward – AYSO United)
A lively forward who is always a handful for defenders. Nielsen bagged four goals in three games at the NL Quarterfinals.

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Samantha Buitrago (Midfielder – CCV Stars)
Dolder is a dynamic attacking midfielder who played a key role in her team’s perfect quarterfinals run, netting a brace in one of their three convincing wins.

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14U Boys

Champions Pool

Of the attending teams that qualified via the December quarterfinals, St. Louis Stars SC 11B Academy Red (MO) led the way with two wins and a draw. The Stars won their group while earning points in some close contests — an experience that should benefit them when they compete in Oceanside.

The Football Academy NJ 11B Black (NJ) also won its group in December and will be a tough matchup for any opponent in California. The Football Academy’s lone defeat came at the hands of Washington Rush B11 NL (WA), which finished second in the group with an unbeaten record of one win and two draws — indicating it will be a challenge to get past in the semifinals.

Having already successfully navigated a bracket format during the November quarterfinals, Nona FC Elite 64 11B (FL) will aim for more of the same this weekend. The Florida side capped its November run by defeating Tuzos Elite 64 11B (AZ) on penalties in a very close game.

Wildcard Pool

If Team Chicago 11 Boys Elite 64 RL (IL) comes close to replicating its November quarterfinals performance when it travels to Oceanside, that may be enough to qualify for the National Championships. The Illinois side won the wildcard pool in November, and it did so with three decisive wins that saw it outscore opponents, 12-to-0.

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Jason Pillado (Forward – Team Chicago)
Pillado is a creative forward player who found the net five times in Mesa last November while also earning 60 Taka highlights.

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Kastleton Ahlmann (Midfielder – Utah Celtic)
Ahlmann produced good positional and passing displays during the NL Quarterfinals, and he will be a creative source for Utah Celtic in Oceanside.

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15U Girls

Champions Pool

After compiling an unblemished record at the November quarterfinals, City SC Utah Elite 64 10G (UT) has the looks of a serious contender for the champions pool title this weekend in Oceanside. The Utah side scored nine goals at the November event and conceded none, as it exhibited a complete all-around game that makes it a difficult matchup.

Team Challenger FC G10 Black (OH) was just as impressive during its performance at the December quarterfinals, when it won its group while outscoring its opponents, 12-to-1. Team Challenger’s 3-0-0 mark was matched at that event by PPA 10G Green (MD), which navigated the challenges that come with national events by winning twice by a one-goal margin.

PSA Monmouth 10G (NJ) and Ambassadors FC 10G (OH) tied for the top spot in their group at the December quarterfinals, and they’ll each look to build off that performance when they compete at the semifinals.

Wildcard Pool

A few teams should enter the semifinals feeling confident about their chances to secure a berth to Nationals from the wildcard pool. Cook Inlet SC Elite 64 10G (AK) and Sporting California Elite 64 10G (CA-S) both exceled at the November quarterfinals, which ended with Cook Inlet defeating Sporting in penalties following a scoreless draw. Those two sides may need to get past Chattanooga FC 10G Navy (TN), which led all December teams with 16 goals scored.

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Hannah Meese (Midfielder – Ambassadors FC)
Meese, a standout attacking midfielder, delivered an electric NL Quarterfinals showing with 80 highlights in three games, including two goals. A dynamic, game-changing presence on the wing.

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Ayanna Hamler (Forward – Chattanooga FC)
Hamler, a prolific striker from Chattanooga FC, lit up the NL Quarterfinals with an incredible seven-goal performance in a single game. A clinical finisher and constant threat up top.

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15U Boys

Champions Pool

At the December quarterfinals, both Barca Academy Pro Miami 10B (FL) and KBSC Elite 2010 (FL) went 3-0-0 to win their groups. Barca produced the age group’s most potent attack, as it averaged four goals per game, while KBSC wasn’t far behind — scoring 10 times in its three games.

The Football Academy 10B Black (NJ) also won its group in December. The New Jersey side split two close games before a dominant win in its final quarterfinal matchup — sending warning signs to potential semifinal opponents to avoid letting The Football Academy hit its stride in Oceanside.

Meanwhile, Sparta Elite 64 10B (UT) passed several challenging tests en route to winning the champions pool at the November quarterfinals. The Utah side had to play through high-pressure situations, including a penalty shootout win in the pool final, so it shouldn’t be phased by adversity in Oceanside.

Silver Pool

Despite finishing second in its group at the December quarterfinals, Tuzos Tucson Academy 10B E64 (AZ) tied for the largest goal differential in the age group by scoring nine goals and conceding just one. That type of performance in Oceanside could help the Arizona side secure a berth to the National Championships.

J.A.E Academy 10B (NJ) knows the level of play needed in Oceanside to clinch a spot in the National Championships, and it doesn’t need to look further than its performance in November. The New Jersey side won the wildcard pool at the quarterfinals, where it won each game by multiple goals.

Wildcard Pool

After picking up two wins from three very close games at the November quarterfinals, Oceanside Breakers Elite 64 10B (CA-S) is familiar with the tight margins that can determine a berth to Nationals.

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Santiago Delgado (Defender – Nona SA)
Delgado, a dynamic right back, is lightning quick, excels at pushing forward and distributes with precision. He capped a great overall performance at the NL Quarterfinals with a stunning goal.

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Derek Rincon-Amaro (Midfielder – SoCal Blues)
Rincon-Amaro, a commanding attacking midfielder, dictates play from the center of the pitch. A vital team leader, he scored in all three games at the NL Quarterfinals.

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16U Girls

Champions Pool

After winning their quarterfinal groups, both Club Ohio Dayton 09G Elite (OH) and Utah Surf 09G Cheshire (UT) have their eyes set on a run at the champions pool title in Oceanside. Both teams won all three games at their quarterfinal event in shutout fashion. They’ll aim to compile similar results this week, but plenty of challengers await.

FIERCE 09G (TX-S) knows the value of every goal, as it narrowly held off HEX FC Dominion 09G (PA-E) to win its group at the December quarterfinals. Both sides showed they could make a deep run in Oceanside.

Having already shown its ability to succeed in a bracket format, East County Surf Elite 64 09G (CA-S) will look to do the same in the semifinals champions pool. The Cal South side won the champions pool at the November quarterfinals, and it outscored its opponents 10-to-1 in the process.

Wildcard Pool

Three shutouts in as many games at the November quarterfinals powered Cook Inlet SC Elite 64 09G (AK) to the wildcard pool title. If it can come close to replicating that performance when it competes in Oceanside, the Alaska side will put itself in position to capture a berth to the National Championships.

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April Luna (Forward – Los Angeles SC)
Luna showed her prowess in front of goal at the NL Quarterfinals with a hat-trick against Valor. She can also drop deep to receive the ball and create opportunities for teammates.

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Grace Cox (Midfielder – Cook Inlet SC)
Cox is a talented attacker with an amazing 70 significant positive highlights on Taka. She’s dangerous in and around the box and is in good form following an Elite 64 regular season brace against Utah Celtic.

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16U Boys

Champions Pool

In a group with several teams who could stake a claim to be the favorite in the champions pool, Aspire FC 09B Black (TX-S) managed to stick out. The defending National Champions went 3-0-0 at the December quarterfinals, led by a high-powered offense that netted 15 goals. Aspire has proven it can score in bunches on the national stage, and it will attempt to do so again in Oceanside.

Several worthy challengers await Aspire, including KC Legends 09B Academy Red (KS) and Raiders FC 2009 (IL). Both sides won their groups at the December quarterfinals with 3-0-0 records, as they outscored opponents by nine goals and seven goals, respectively. ASA Juventus Elite 2009 (MD) also recorded an unbeaten record in December and should not be overlooked.

Another team that could challenge for the champions pool title is Los Angeles Soccer Elite 64 09B (CA-S). The Cal South side accomplished that very feat at the November quarterfinals, when it sandwiched a pair of three-goal victories around a penalty shootout win — showing it can come out on top in various game scripts.

Silver Pool

Strikers Miami FC Elite 64 09B (FL) and XL Atletico E64 B09 (WA) each won all three of their silver pool games at the November quarterfinals. Strikers was especially sharp, as it outscored its opponents 10-to-1 over the course of that event. It will aim to do more of the same in Oceanside, where every goal could play a huge part in determining the group winner.

Wildcard Pool

Coming off a resounding performance at the November quarterfinals, Sporting California Elite 64 09B (CA-S) may be a contender to win the wildcard pool in Oceanside. The Cal South side was dominant in its three games in Mesa, where it shut out each of its opponents while registering 15 goals scored. It will need to continue to play at that high level to secure a berth to the National Championships in a challenging group in Oceanside.

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Cristian Tamargo (Midfielder – Strikers Miami FC)
Tamargo is an all-action midfielder who is a key player for Strikers Miami. His incredible solo goal at the NL Quarterfinals speaks for itself.

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Elijah Lopez (Midfielder – Sporting California)
A talented midfield playmaker, Lopez was a key cog in Sporting California’s dominant performance at the NL Quarterfinals. His stunning strike against PSL Hurricanes was one of the top plays of the event.

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17U Girls

Champions Pool

Four teams in the champions pool are heading to Oceanside with pristine records in the quarterfinals, and that group is led by Ambassadors FC 08G (OH). The Ohio side won its group at the December quarterfinals by winning all three games by identical 3-0 score lines, as it controlled all areas of the field.

Impact United Elite 64 08G (UT) compiled a similar showing in December, as it scored five goals and conceded none en route to winning its group. Impact also won the wildcard pool at the November quarterfinals, so it’s known nothing but success at events this season. PCU 08G Red 1 (OR) is another quarterfinal group winner to watch in Oceanside after its potent attack powered it to a 3-0-0 record at the December event.

Not to be overlooked, Los Angeles Soccer Elite 64 08G (CA-S) has already maneuvered through a challenging tournament format, as it won the champions pool at the November quarterfinals. LASC secured two wins by 2-1 scorelines, so it will be familiar with the pressure of close contests in win-and-advance scenarios.

Wildcard Pool

After an impressive showing in the wildcard pool at the November quarterfinals, Cook Inlet SC Elite 64 08G (AK) will aim to take the next step this weekend in Oceanside. The Alaska side secured clean sheet victories in its first two quarterfinal matches and showed it can hang with any team when it plays up to its potential.

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Joanna Rodriguez (Midfielder – FC Premier)
Rodriguez dominated the NL Quarterfinals, generating a massive 80 Taka highlights and three goals in three games. She has great vision, and her dribbling skills make her a constant threat.

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Hailey Stevanus (Defender – AYSO United)
Stevanus stood out at the NL Quarterfinals with a commanding presence in defense, playing a crucial role in her team’s unbeaten run. Her strength and awareness make her a key figure at the back.

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17U Boys

Champions Pool

The field of teams set to compete in the champions pool in Oceanside includes four sides that won all of their games at their respective quarterfinal events. MFA Revolution GR 08B Elite (MI) leads the way, as it won its group in December by shining on both ends of the field — scoring 10 times while conceding just once.

Players 08B Elite (NV) nearly matched MFA, as the Nevada side’s attack grew stronger in each December matchup to complement a stifling defense that conceded just two goals. Meanwhile, Croatian Eagles E64 RL 08B (WI) showed fight in its journey to a perfect record in December, as it earned two victories by one-goal margins. Familiarity with high-pressure situations is something Nona FC Elite 64 08B (FL) possesses, as the Florida side won multiple close matchups en route to the champions pool title at the November quarterfinals. Nona started that event by winning 1-0 and finished it with a victory in penalties. Given the talent in the champions pool in Oceanside, the eventual pool winner may need to go through a similar path to the title.

Silver Pool

Based strictly on performances at the quarterfinals, Excel Soccer Academy Elite 64 08B (AZ) may be the team to keep an eye on in the silver pool. The Arizona side put together three dominant showings at the November quarterfinals, when it recorded clean sheets in each of its games and registered 12 total goals.

Don’t overlook Liverpool FCIA Central MD 08B (MD), whose 13 goals scored in December led all teams advancing to Oceanside from that event.

Wildcard Pool

With three dominant wins at the November quarterfinals, Strikers Miami FC 08 Elite (FL) has positioned itself as a serious contender in the wildcard pool when it heads to Oceanside. Miami shut out each of its opponents in Mesa, and its attack provided plenty of firepower, as it scored 14 total goals. That same form may be needed this weekend, as several challengers await in the semifinals.

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Elijah Natekin (Defender – Northwest United)
Natekin showed great strength at the back, as well as an ability to get forward, at the NL Quarterfinals. His busy event earned him an impressive 62 Taka highlights.

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Samuel Reyes-Valiente (Forward – Strikers Miami FC)
Reyes-Valiante bagged an amazing five goals in two games at the NL Quarterfinals in November. The Miami baller showed great strength and awareness to open up goal-scoring opportunities.

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19U Girls

Champions Pool

There are different routes to success, as evidenced by the contrasting styles used by IMG Premier Girls (FL) and Solar South 06/07G Adames FDL (TX-N) en route to unbeaten showings at the December quarterfinals. IMG won its group using a high-scoring attack the helped it to the best goal differential in the age group, while Solar conceded just one goal in its three games. Those strengths will make each team a challenge for any opponent in Oceanside.

Global Sports Academy 07G (ID) also exhibited an ability to play under pressure, as it secured a 3-0 win on the last day of the December event to clinch first in a very competitive group. At the November quarterfinals, City SC Utah Elite 64 06/07G (UT) showed its own resilient capabilities, as it won its opener on penalties and earned a close 2-1 win in its final game to win the champions pool. These teams have already passed tough tests but more await in Oceanside.

Wildcard Pool

A repeat of its November quarterfinals showing would be just what Cook Inlet SC Elite 64 06G (AK) needs to clinch a berth to the National Championships. The Alaska side secured shutouts in its first two quarterfinal matches before a six-goal outburst helped it win the wildcard pool. Similar performances in Oceanside would put Cook Inlet in a good position to string together some victories.

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Parker Sullivan (Midfielder – Cook Inlet SC)
Sullivan is a dynamic attacking midfielder who enjoys nothing more than time on the ball and beating defenders for fun. She will be a key player in Cook Inlet’s road to Nationals qualification.

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Ava Penny (Defender – Solar SC)
Penny had a great showing at the NL Quarterfinals, earning 46 Taka clips that demonstrated her strong positioning and defensive qualities. Paired with the ability to push upfield, she will play an important role for Solar at the NL Semifinals.

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Champions Pool

In an age group full of teams with impressive resumes, a handful stick out above the rest — including a pair of 3-0-0 group winners from the December quarterfinals. Strikers Miami FC 07B Elite (FL) and Alliance Fire 06/07B (IN) utilized opposing methods to winning all three of their games in Mesa. Strikers relied on stifling defense, as it conceded just one goal, while Alliance overpowered opponents by scoring 12 times.

In terms of goal-scoring, Alliance was bettered by just one team in December, as Raiders FC 2007 (IL) scored 13 goals to go 2-0-1 and win its quarterfinal group. KC Legends Academy 2006 (KS) also secured two wins and a draw to finish first in its group — indicating how deep the talent will be in this pool in Oceanside.

Meanwhile, Los Angeles Soccer Elite 64 06/07B (CA-S) brings something different to the field in Oceanside — the experience of winning its bracket at the November quarterfinals. The Cal South compiled a plus-10 goal differential in its three games in Mesa, and its success in the knockout format could prove beneficial when it looks to navigate the champions pool in Oceanside.

Silver Pool

A pair of teams that used high-powered offenses to win all three games at the November quarterfinals will be looking to do more of the same in Oceanside. XL Atletico E64 B07/06 (WA) scored 15 goals in Mesa, as it proved impossible for opposing defenses to contain. Strikers Miami FC Elite 64 06B (FL) were nearly as potent, as the Florida side scored four goals in each of its three quarterfinal victories. Both sides will need to regain its prior form to make it through a strong silver pool in Oceanside.

Wildcard Pool

One of the strongest all-around showings at the November quarterfinals came from Oceanside Breakers Elite 64 06/07B (CA-S), which outscored its opponents, 22-to-1, while going 3-0-0 during the action in Mesa. Now playing on its home turf, the Breakers will be a difficult matchup for any opponent they face in the wildcard pool this weekend.

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Gian Luca Fajardo Benitez (Midfielder – Sporting California)
Fajardo Benitez is a seriously talented baller, generating an impressive 70 Taka highlights over three games at the NL Quarterfinals. He notched seven goals, including two hat-tricks.

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Joe Luther (Forward – Alliance Eleven)
Earning an impressive 49 Taka highlights at the NL Quarterfinals, Luther was crucial to an unbeaten event for Alliance Fire. He scored six goals in three games, including a hat-trick.

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Schedule announced for 2025 NL Semifinals in Oceanside

FRISCO, Texas (March 4, 2025) — The game schedule is now available for the National League Semifinals taking place May 2-6 in Oceanside, Calif.

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The National League Semifinals will feature boys and girls teams in the 14U through 19U age groups. The girls will play May 2-4, and the boys will play May 3-6. All games in Oceanside will be played at the SoCal Sports Complex.

The teams playing in Oceanside each earned their place in the event through their performance at National League Quarterfinals earlier this season. At the semifinals, teams will be competing for a chance to advance to the 2025 USYS National Championships, presented by New York Life, as each gender will see six teams per age group qualify for Nationals during the event.

“We just completed the first semifinal event — filled with excitement and high-level, meaningful games — and now we cannot wait for more of the top National League teams to come together in Oceanside,” said Marc Frankland, USYS National League General Manager. “This is a truly unique competition in the youth soccer landscape, featuring both club-based and team-based competitors, and having spots to the National Championships on the line adds even more excitement to the event’s atmosphere.”

In addition to the gameplay, the National League is working with Exact Sports to host college coach panels that provide insider tips about the recruiting process straight from college coaches. There will be four total panels — two focused on women’s soccer and two focused on men’s soccer — on Saturday, May 3. The women’s college panels will take place at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., while the men’s college panels will take place at 3:15 p.m. and 5:15 p.m.

The action in California will include teams representing 30 different USYS State Associations, led by Cal South with 50 teams. Florida has the second-most teams with 22, followed by Utah with 15. The field of competing teams will feature three defending USYS National Champions looking to get one step closer to defending their titles.

Teams playing in Oceanside are divided into pools within each age group, with pool placement based on performance from the quarterfinal events earlier this season. The Champions Pool features the top-performing teams, followed by the Silver Pool and then the Wildcard Pool. Visit the event homepage to view a breakdown of the pools.

The semifinals feature a primarily tournament/bracket style schedule. In Oceanside, all age groups will see four teams qualify for the National Championships directly from the Champions Pool. The Silver Pool will qualify one team to the National Championships, and the Wildcard Pool will qualify one team to the National Championships. Qualification criteria may vary in certain age groups with fewer total teams.

Teams that qualify for the National Championships during play in Oceanside will join the teams that punched their ticket to Nationals during the first semifinal in Round Rock, Texas. Together, they’ll make up the 120 National League representatives at this summer’s National Championships.

Click here for more details on the National League Semifinals in Oceanside.