mls next new tier id clinic
Register for our MLS NEXT New Tier ID Clinic on April 11th! This is a great opportunity for players to showcase their skills and be evaluated for our MLS NEXT pathway. Information on location and times will be shared in the days leading up to the clinic. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something big!
boys program
Ginga FC Boys – A Proven Pathway for Player Development
At Ginga FC, we are committed to providing a complete platform for male players, offering access to the top leagues in the region and beyond. Our player-first approach ensures that athletes of all levels have the opportunity to develop their skills, compete at a high level, and reach their soccer goals—whether aiming for high school success, college opportunities, or a professional career.
Boys Program – 2025/26 Season
Our boys teams compete in some of the most prestigious leagues in the country, giving them access to elite competition and exposure:
MLS NEXT: The premier youth platform in the country, offering high-level competition and exposure to professional and college scouts. Players in the MLS NEXT New Tier have the unique opportunity to play for their high school teams while still competing in MLS NEXT, giving them the best of both worlds.
National League: Providing regional and national exposure, giving players the chance to face top-level competition.
EDP League: Offering local and regional competition to foster player growth and development.
Developmental Program: For U7 players, introducing them to the game through regular training and scrimmages, creating a fun and competitive environment.
Age Groups and Leagues for 2025/26
U7 (2019) – Developmental Program, Scrimmages Only
U8 (2018) – EDP League
U9 (2017) – EDP League
U10 (2016) – EDP League
U11 (2015) – EDP League, Pre-MLS NEXT
U12 (2014) – EDP League, Pre-MLS NEXT
U13 (2013) – MLS NEXT, National League, EDP
U14 (2012) – MLS NEXT, National League, EDP
U15 (2011) – MLS NEXT, National League, EDP
U16 (2010) – MLS NEXT, National League, EDP
U17 (2009) – MLS NEXT, National League, EDP
U19 (2008/07) – MLS NEXT, National League, EDP
A Platform for Success
1. Compete against top-level competition at the local, regional, and national levels.
2. Play for their high school teams while still benefiting from MLS NEXT elite competition.
3. Gain exposure to college scouts and professional opportunities through MLS NEXT and National League events.
4. Develop their technical, tactical, and physical skills under the guidance of experienced and licensed coaches.
register for 2025/26 tryouts
Register now for Ginga FC Tryouts! Tryouts will be held the week of April 21st and May 2nd for boys born between 2019 and 2007 across our Woodbridge, Coastal, and Southbury branches. Players will be evaluated for all Ginga FC platforms, including MLS NEXT, DPL, National League, and EDP. Once registered, our Director of Coaching will contact you with specific times and locations. Don’t miss this opportunity to join one of the top developmental programs in the region!
