MLS NEXT
U13 - U19 Boys
The very highest tier of play is our MLS NEXT teams, who compete in the official youth league of Major League Soccer. Our MLS NEXT teams are reserved for only the most dedicated athletes. All IFA MLS NEXT teams are fully funded.
Our MLS NEXT teams practice 4 times a week, and have access to video analysis and advanced player training equipment. In addition, our MLS NEXT teams work with Sport Performance and Sports Psychology specialists. MLS NEXT players will attend 5 - 6 tournaments per year.
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NATIONAL ACADEMY LEAGUE
U11-U19 Boys
IFA New England is a founding member of the National Academy League, a highly competitive league which serves as a proving ground for players seeking the reach MLS NEXT level gameplay.
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ELITE DEVELOPMENT SQUAD (EDS)
U11-U18 Boys and Girls
Our EDS teams are for motivated players who have both the desire and ability to compete at at high levels of youth soccer and are looking for a travel soccer experience. Currently, our EDS teams operate out of four primary areas, EDS North, South, Central, and West.
IFA EDS teams will participate in national level tournaments as well as the New England EDP USYS National League. The goal of each EDS team is to compete annually in the MYSA State Cup as well as the Eastern Regional Championships.
U15+ EDS teams will travel along the East Coast to attend the countries most prestigious College Showcase tournaments in order to give our players the best advantage possible to make their collegiate dreams come true.
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REGIONAL TEAMS
U8 - U19 Boys and Girls
From U8-U18 the top IFA teams in each region will be known as Regional Premier. Once these teams reach U12 select players will combine to form EDS. The goal of these EDS teams is to prepare players to compete at the highest level where they can have success. Players will be aggressively trained and have the opportunity to achieve the necessary technical skills and tactical awareness to play at the highest level possible.
Elite teams are expected to compete in the top divisions and will participate in elite-level tournaments throughout the year. These teams will also attend a variety of college showcases in order to gain maximum exposure to college coaches.
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Elite Player Program
U9 - U12 Boys and Girls
Our Elite Player Program is for highly dedicated players looking for an intense development environment. Our Elite Player Program is open to both Boys and Girls, and consists of training and games. The EPP Program brings together the strongest players within the U9-U12 Regional programs across the club. EPP players will attend multiple tournaments throughout the season.
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FUTURES
U5 - U8 Boys and Girls
Through our Futures program, players will learn the fundamentals of the game in a fun and player-centric environment. Each program is led by a senior coach who understands the importance of instilling good soccer habits in every young player. Players in this program learn to play the beautiful game with a smile on their faces all while being introduced to valuable foundational curriculum.
Futures runs for 8 weeks in the Fall, Winter, and Spring seasons.
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Questions about our academy? Please reach out to Matt Hardiman (mhardiman@ifanewengland.com)
Unsure which region you are located in? See our regional map and the contact information for each Regional Director here
