LA Youth Soccer — MLS NEXT Academy

LA Youth Soccer fields six boys teams in the MLS NEXT Academy Division: U13, U14, U15, U16, U17 and U19. The club competes in the SoCal Conference and says its coaches hold U.S. Soccer or UEFA licenses. Its approach combines technical training with the MLS NEXT calendar and exposure to college recruiters and professional scouts. This is a demanding competitive setting for experienced players, not a general beginner class.

Tryout requests are accepted year-round and the academy says there is no fee to attend. Coaches evaluate players through the season as well as during the main selection period; families request a current slot rather than relying on a universal weekly schedule. Annual fees vary by age and are discussed after a roster offer. Need-based financial aid is available. Ask for the full season commitment and travel expenses before accepting a place.

The academy uses six Westside venues, including Emerson Middle School, Westwood Recreation Center and Tommy’s Field. Westwood and Tommy’s Field are at 1350 Sepulveda Boulevard; Emerson is at 1650 Selby Avenue. These are confirmed examples, not a guarantee that every age group trains there. Families should confirm the assigned field and session time on the current team schedule before driving.

Training locations

• Westwood Recreation Center / Tommy’s Field — Westwood Recreation Center, 1350 Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025
  One listed training venue; confirm the assigned team field. · Directions ↗
• Emerson Community Charter Middle School — 1650 Selby Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024
  Named by LA Youth among its Westside venues; sessions depend on team. · Directions ↗