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Elite
About the Program
Elite program
The Elite Competitive Program is designed for players who want to take the next step beyond recreational soccer in a fun, challenging, and supportive environment. It offers a higher level of training and competition for players who are passionate about the game, enjoy learning new skills, and want to continue developing without the year-round commitment of Elk Grove Soccer’s MLS NEXT, ECNL Regional League, or Platinum programs.
Players are introduced to a more structured training environment where they develop technical skills, tactical awareness, confidence, and a deeper understanding of the game while competing against similarly motivated players from across Northern California. The emphasis is on individual improvement, teamwork, sportsmanship, and fostering a lifelong love of soccer.
The Elite Competitive Program also provides players with the opportunity to build lasting friendships, create memorable experiences, and become part of a team environment that encourages personal growth both on and off the field. Whether a player’s goal is to continue competing at a higher level, prepare for future opportunities within Elk Grove Soccer’s player pathway, or simply enjoy the game in a more competitive setting, the Elite Competitive Program offers the perfect balance of development, competition, and fun.
Ages U13–U19 • Born 2013–2008 • Elite
Program Highlights
- A competitive environment for players seeking the next step beyond recreation
- Professional coaching supported by Elk Grove Soccer’s Technical Department
- Two to three training sessions each week
- League play against competitive clubs throughout Northern California
- Opportunities to participate in local tournaments and club events
- Focus on technical development, game understanding, teamwork, and confidence
- A fun, positive environment where players develop friendships and a lifelong passion for the game
- A pathway for players who aspire to progress into Platinum, ECNL Regional League, or MLS NEXT programs as they continue to develop
This program is ideal for players who love soccer, want to compete at a higher level, and are looking for the right balance between development, commitment, and enjoyment.
2x
Trainings Per Week
1–2
Tournaments per year
Program Director
Dan James
Training & Schedule
- Two team training sessions each week led by Elk Grove Soccer’s experienced coaching staff
- Age-appropriate strength, coordination, agility, and injury prevention activities integrated into training
- Competition in competitive NorCal Premier leagues against clubs throughout Northern California
- Participation in selected local and regional tournaments throughout the season
- Individual player feedback and ongoing development throughout the year
- League schedules, tournament information, and team calendars available through PlayMetrics
Goalkeeping
- One goalkeeper-specific training session each week in addition to regular team training
- Position-specific instruction delivered by Elk Grove Soccer’s Goalkeeper Coaching Staff
- Ongoing goalkeeper evaluations and individualized feedback throughout the season
- Match analysis to reinforce technical, tactical, and decision-making development
- Goalkeepers train alongside their teams to develop communication, game understanding, and confidence in match situations
Elite Program fees include professional coaching, Technical Department oversight, league affiliation fees, coaching travel and education, field rental and maintenance, athletic training support, administrative services, and access to Elk Grove Soccer’s comprehensive player development resources.
Players joining the program after the start of the seasonal year may be eligible for prorated fees based on their date of acceptance and roster availability. Please contact the Elite Director for current pricing and program details.
College Commitments
Elk Grove Soccer has a proven history of helping players achieve their collegiate soccer goals. The club has consistently placed players at every level of collegiate soccer—from NCAA Division I, Division II, and Division III to NAIA and junior college programs.
Under the leadership of Elk Grove Soccer’s Technical Department, more than 200 players have advanced to collegiate soccer, including 23 players from the club’s two most recent graduating classes. In addition, Elk Grove Soccer has developed numerous Youth National Team players and former players who have gone on to sign professional contracts in the United States and abroad.
Whether a player’s goal is to compete at the collegiate, professional, or international level, Elk Grove Soccer provides the coaching, competition, guidance, and exposure needed to maximize every player’s opportunities.
- UCLA
- University of Portland
- UC Davis
- San Jose State
- Fresno State
- Oregon State
- San Diego State
- Domincan University
- CRC
- UNC Greensboro
- UC Santa Barbara
- San Francisco State University
- Folsom Lake
- UC Irvine
- University of Pacific
Elite League Information
The Elite Program is designed for players who are looking for a competitive soccer experience with a balanced commitment.
Training twice per week, the program provides a high-quality development environment for players who want to continue improving their technical skills, tactical understanding, and overall enjoyment of the game while balancing school, other sports, or family commitments. Led by experienced Elk Grove Soccer coaches, players participate in purposeful training sessions and competitive league play that encourage confidence, teamwork, and personal growth.
The Elite Program offers an excellent pathway for players who want to develop in a positive, challenging environment without the demands of a higher-commitment program, while still providing opportunities to progress within the Elk Grove Soccer player pathway as they continue to grow and develop.
