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MLS NEXT (U13–U19)

Overview

NVU’s top U13-U19 boys teams compete in the MLS NEXT Academy Division (AD), one of the highest levels of youth soccer competition in the United States.

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Competition Format

MLS NEXT Academy Division teams participate in:

  • Virginia Conference league play

  • League-hosted showcase events and qualifiers

  • National events including MLS NEXT Fest and MLS NEXT Cup

Training Environment

The NVU UPSL training environment includes:

  • Three training sessions per week

  • Professional coaching standards

  • A structured curriculum with a progressive development model

  • Fast-paced, intensive, competitive sessions, with opportunities for advancement

Players are permitted to participate in high school soccer in accordance with MLS NEXT Academy Division guidelines.

Player Pathway

NVU provides a complete development pathway within one club:

MLS GO

Pre-MLS

MLS NEXT

UPSL

Players progress through the pathway based on readiness, development, and long-term potential.

ID Sessions & Tryouts

NVU operates a unified tryout process for all travel teams. Every registered player is evaluated during tryouts, with placement offers extended based on performance, and readiness.

Players interested in the MLS NEXT Academy Division should register for tryouts.

Tryout Schedule – Information Coming Soon

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