BOYS: THE ALBION SC WASHINGTON PLAYER PATHWAY

BOYS: THE ALBION SC WASHINGTON PLAYER PATHWAY

Our programs support every stage of a player’s development from first‑time players to elite athletes preparing for college or professional pathways. We are a volunteer-supported, community‑driven club offering futbol for everyone, at every level. We offer significant financial aid to support families, and we expect all families to participate in our fundraising efforts, which help keep our programs affordable for our whole community. Additionally, through our Community Focused Teams—including partnerships with Atlético Lobos and Seatown FC—we ensure players across the wider region have a direct link to elite soccer. 

 

Overview: Boys Programs

Overview: Boys Programs

Tier 1 — MLS NEXT 

This is our highest‑level program for boys who want a serious pathway to college or professional futbol. We have one team at each age-group at this level, branded Atletico. Players train in a very competitive, professional environment and travel nationally for games and events.

What you are committing to when you join

  • Year‑round training and competition
  • Expectation to be available for practice 2-3 days a week year round, and matches every weekend during the season
  • National travel for showcases and tournaments, and travel to Portland and Eastern Washington during the season
  • A professional, demanding environment focused on long‑term development

Tier 2 — Elite Academy (EA)

This program is for strong, motivated players who want to train at a high level and prepare for possible advancement to MLS NEXT. We have multiple teams at every age group for this level, some branded Atletico, some ALBION SC. The environment is competitive, technical, and challenging, with some national travel. Our academy system is built on flexibility, and players who are ready will be invited to play and travel with the MLS Next teams.

What you are committing to when you join

  • Year‑round training and competition
  • Expectation to be available for practice 2 days a week year round, and matches every weekend during the season
  • Some national travel, including attendance at EA showcases and tournaments, and travel to Portland and Eastern Washington during the season
  • A strong focus on technical growth and competitive development

Tier 3: ALBION Academy (WPL or EA2 leagues)

This program is for competitive players who want quality coaching, structured development, and a clear pathway upward, but may also play other sports. Teams travel regionally and may have 1-2 trips for tournaments and showcases. These teams focus on building tactical understanding and consistency. We may have multiple teams at every age group at this level, all branded ALBION.

What you are committing to when you join

  • Year-round practice
  • Attendance at practice twice a week, and matches every weekend during the season
  • A focus on teamwork, learning, and steady improvement

Tier 4 - Futures (The Bridge)

Futures is a developmental soccer program for families that want to make the investment in their kid’s soccer future at an early age. This program is coaches by professional coaches, and offers a bridge from recreational to competitive soccer. Futures helps families and players get to know our club, coaches and the routines of the higher level soccer programs. Players get first hand experience at developing our style of play and club methodology while at the same time enjoying a low-pressure, fun environment.
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Ideal candidates are children who are motivated to learn, can focus at practices and games, want the next level of play beyond recreational soccer, and can commit to attending a majority of training sessions and games.

Goals of the Futures Program

Increase each player's love of the game and increase soccer IQ - have fun while learning
Prepare those players who have the motivation and ability to focus for higher levels of play

What you are committing to when you join

  • Open Enrollment/No cuts - There are no tryouts, players will be placed on teams for training and games based on a skills assessment by the coaches and the discovery session.
  • Minimal Travel
  • Players can sign up for the full year or individual seasons:

Summer/Fall Season: June - November
Includes: 2x a week trainings, Summer jamborees and Fall Soccer League
U7 - U8 4v4 Sunday Funday Juniors League
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​Spring Season:  January - April
Includes: 2x a week trainings, Summer jamborees and Fall Soccer League
U7 - U8 4v4 Sunday Funday Juniors League

​Discounted rates available for multiple family members

Tier 5 — MLS GO (Foundation)

This is our entry‑level, recreational program for boys and girls who want to learn futbol in a fun, low‑pressure environment. There are no tryouts, no cuts, and kids play with friends while learning basic skills.

What you are committing to when you join:

  • Low commitment
  • No tryouts, cuts or travel
  • Volunteer coaches
  • A fun, welcoming environment focused on confidence and basic skill development.

Learn more about MLS Go.