Programs

Select

Competitive U13-U19 teams with a clear road to the next level. Placement is through tryouts.

2026-2027 age groups

Who it’s for

U13U14U15U16U17U18/U19

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Where they compete

Three leagues, one pathway

Boys & girls

SCCL

The state’s largest local platform, for boys and girls.

Leads toMLS NEXT

Boys

NAL

National competition and exposure for boys, with a road to MLS NEXT.

Leads toGirls Academy

Girls

DPL

Top-tier league preparing girls for Girls Academy and college.

The pathway

From here to the next level

Boys pathway

NAL to MLS NEXT

Swarm FC

In affiliation with Swarm FC

Team platform

National Academy League

Player pathway

MLS NEXT

Girls pathway

DPL to Girls Academy

Swarm FC

In affiliation with Swarm FC

Team platform

Development Player League

Player pathway

Girls Academy

The experience

Ready to be seen

Team development

A distinctive playing style that adapts to any match.

Recruitment

ID sessions, showcases and exposure to college and pro scouts.

The season

What to expect

Fall 2026 – Spring 2027

  • 1-year commitment after tryouts
  • 2-3 team trainings per week (90 min)
  • Travel varies by league
  • College showcases on national platforms
  • Veo game recordings
  • Dedicated licensed coach and mentor

Details

Good to know

The answers families ask for most, at a glance.

The season

Schedule, commitment and coverage.

Commitment

U13-U19 participation is a 1 year commitment which includes 1 fall season and 1 spring season. U15-U19 teams only play 1 fall season to allow them to play high school in the spring. U15-U16 teams may have the option to play a friendly season in the spring.

Insurance

All players are registered under the respective league association and are covered with sports insurance provided by the league.

Tournaments & Showcases

Each team is required to participate in at least 1 pre-season and 1 post-season tournament or college showcase. Please visit our tournaments page for more details.

On the team

How teams are formed and run.

Genders

Teams are separated into boys and girls teams. A singular girl can play on a boys team. A singular boy cannot play on a girls team.

Player Movement

Players can be moved up or down, depending on their ability level, performance, and commitment level.

Playing Time

Playing time is determined by performance, ability, effort and commitment, both at training and in games. This is a coaching staff decision.

Attendance

Players are expected to attend training sessions and games. If a player cannot attend, the coach and team manager must be notified with as much advance notice as possible.

For families

Kits, costs and club policies.

Uniform

Please visit our uniforms page for more information.

Privacy

Our policy prohibits staff members from communicating specific information about a child or team to any individual not listed in the child’s registration information.

Program Cost

Visit our Tuition page to view all the associated costs and tuition details for our Pre-Academy, Academy, Select programs.

Code of Conduct

FC Sudamerica has written codes of conduct for players and parents.

Futbol Club Sudamerica (Sudamerica Swarm FC) is a 501(c)3 organization that adheres to a “no refund” policy for all its programs. All families must agree to this policy when making any payment through PlayMetrics, our club management platform.