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U13-U19 BOYS MLS NEXT NEW TIER

11 March 2025

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U13-U19 BOYS MLS NEXT NEW TIER

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About BOYS MLS NEXT

Launched in 2020, MLS NEXT is the premier platform for youth player development in North America. With a strong commitment to innovation, access, and representation, MLS NEXT New Tier offers players exceptional training and coaching to prepare them for their futures in soccer and beyond. Currently, MLS NEXT includes 151 member clubs and serves over 16,000 players across the United States and Canada. MLS NEXT New Tier gives our players the opportunity to play and train in the highest-level environments and be exposed to MLS academy scouts, US Soccer youth/senior national team scouts, and MLS/Professional scouts.

At Manitou FC, we participate in MLS NEXT New Tier for age groups U13, U14, U15, U16, U17, and U19. Additionally, our Pre-MLS NEXT Academy program starts at U11 – U12. Pre MLS-Next Youth Academy starts at U8 – U10.

Reasons to Participate in MLS NEXT League:

The MLS NEXT New Tier presents an exceptional competitive platform that elevates our club’s player development by introducing innovative league structures and policies aligned with Manitou FC’s ambitious growth objectives.

It fosters a balanced competitive environment, allowing our players to test their skills against like-minded clubs.
Players are permitted to take a seasonal break to participate in their local high school teams.
The carefully designed league calendar empowers coaches to craft tailored annual training plans for each age group, optimizing player growth.
Additionally, it offers crucial exposure for players aspiring to further their soccer journeys at the collegiate or professional level.
It is recognized as the best boys’ league in North America.

Club & Team Participation Expectations

It is essential for players and parents to understand the expectations associated with participating in a Manitou FC MLS Next New Tier team. The following overviews for each age group have been created to provide detailed information, allowing families to plan accordingly. Multi-sport athletes must receive “pre-approval” from the club’s Sporting Director to be eligible to play on an MLS Next team. The MLS Next League is organized, managed, and overseen by Major League Soccer. If you have any questions regarding player expectations or need further clarification about age-group programming, please email Edi Buro, the Manitou FC Sporting Director, at SportingDirector@ManitouFC.org.

MLS NEXT U13, U14, U15, U16, U17, U18, U19
Area	U13 – U14
Training & Competition	F: Training 4X per Week + MLS Next League W: Train 4x per week + MLS Next League S: Train 4x per week + MLS Next League
League Play	MLS Next North Conference
Tournaments	MLS Regional Showcase, MN United Showcase, NSC All American, Shattuck Showcase, USA Cup Weekend, Minnesota United Events
Training Locations	TCO Garden, Polar Lakes Park, White Bear Lake HS North
Communication	Player/Parent to Coach
Key	F=Fall W=Winter S= Summer

Area	U15, U16, U17, U18/19
Training & Competition	F: Minnesota High School W: Train 4x – 5x per week + MLS Next League S: Train 4x – 5x per week + MLS Next League
Tournaments	MLS Regional Showcase, MLS Next Fest, MLS Next Playoffs* Shattuck Showcase, NSC Fall College Showcase, USA Cup Week or Weekend, MN United Events
Training Locations	TCO Garden, Polar Lakes Park, White Bear Lake HS North
Communication	Player/Parent to Coach
Key	F=Fall W=Winter S= Summer

Travel Regional: Wisconsin
Travel National: California – Dec MLS Fest

July 20, 21, 22
Location: White Bear Lake HS North Campus – 5040 Bald Eagle Ave, White Bear Lake MN 55110
Time: TBD
Cost: TBD

MLS Next New Tier Spring Clinic – April
MLS NEXT New Tier TRYOUT PREP CAMP

Boys U11-U12 Pre MLS Next

11 March 2025

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Boys U11-U12 Pre MLS Next

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The Manitou FC Pre-MLS Next U11 and U12 teams are designed to provide top-tier training and development opportunities for young players. This program serves as a pathway for youth athletes to progress into Manitou’s full MLS Next U13 to U19 teams.

Key Highlights:

– High-Level Training
– Competitive Environment
– Preparation for Intensity and Speed of MLS Next U13 – U19
– Player Pathway to Manitou MLS Next New Tier U13 – U19

Club & Team Participation Expectations

It is essential for players and parents to understand the expectations associated with participating in a Manitou FC U11- U12 Pre-MLS Next New Tier teams. The following overviews for each age group have been created to provide detailed information, allowing families to plan accordingly. Manitou FC supports multi-sport athletes within U11 – U12 Pre-MLS Next New Tier Academy. The Manitou Pre-Academy Program serves as an entry into the Manitou MLS Next U13 – U19 Program. If you have any questions regarding player expectations or need further clarification about age-group programming, please email Edi Buro, the Manitou FC Sporting Director, at SportingDirector@ManitouFC.org.

PRE MLS NEXT ACADEMY 2015 – U11 \| 2014 – U12
Area	U11 – U12
Training & Competition	F: Training 4X per Week + TCSL League W: Train 3 – 4x per week + TCSL League S: Train 3 – 4x per week + TCSL League
League Play	TCSL National
Tournaments	NSC Fall Cup, Minnesota United Showcase, Emerald Cup Boys, 3-4 Minnesota Events
Training Locations	TCO Garden, Polar Lakes Park, White Bear Lake HS North
Communication	Player/Parent to Coach
Key	F=Fall W=Winter S= Summer

*League Travel: Minnesota – Twin Cities Area
*Tournament/Showcase Travel: Minnesota, Wisconsin, Kansas (March)

July 16, 17, 18
Time: TBD
Tryout Fee: Free
Location: White Bear Lake High School North – 5040 Bald Eagle Ave MN 55110

MLS Next Tryout Prep Camp July 7 – 10

Future Manitous Academy

27 October 2023

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Boys Future Manitou Pre MLS – Academy

INTRODUCTIONPROGRAM DETAILS 2018b – u8PROGRAM DETAILS 2017b – u9PROGRAM DETAILS 2016b – u10

Future Manitous Introduction – Pre MLS – Next Program U8, U9, U10

The Future Manitous – Pre MLS – Program serves as an entry-level initiative for the Manitou Pre MLS Next U11 to U12 age groups. This player-centered program is designed for boys in the U8, U9, and U10 age groups. It provides a football learning environment that emphasizes small-sided games, individual skill activities, and movement education as key teaching tools. Through this approach, boys can further develop their confidence while improving their ability to control the ball and manage the pressures of playing in a limited time and space environment.

Frequently Asked Questions about Future Manitous – Pre MLS – Next Program

2018B – U8 Fall Season 2025

August 7, 2025 – October 26, 2025

Fall Training Days:

Sunday – 5:00 pm – 6:15 pm

Monday – 5:40 pm – 6:50 pm

Thursday – 5:40 pm – 6:50 pm

Training Location: Polar Lakes Park 1280 Hammond Rd, White Bear Lake MN 55110

TCSL League: Games on Saturday or Sunday

Tournaments: NSC Fall Cup & TCSL Festival

October 27 – November 15: Break

Futsal:

November 16, 2025 – December 22, 2025

Futsal – WBL HS North

Winter/Spring Summer Season (2026):

January 4, 2026 – April 20, 2026

Training Days and Times: TBD

Location: TCO Garden

April 20, 2026 – July 12, 2026

Sunday – 5:00 pm – 6:15 pm

Monday – 5:40 pm – 6:50 pm

Thursday – 5:40 pm – 6:50 pm

2017B – U9 Fall Season 2025

August 7, 2025 – October 26, 2025
Fall Training Days:
Sunday – 5:30 pm – 6:40 pm
Monday – 6:50 pm – 8:00 pm
Thursday – 6:50 pm – 8:00 pm
Training Location: Polar Lakes Park 1280 Hammond Rd, White Bear Lake MN 55110

Competition: TCSL League: Games on Saturday or Sunday
Competition: NSC Fall Cup & TCSL Festival

October 27 – November 15: Break

Futsal:

November 16, 2025 – December 22, 2025
Futsal – WBL HS North

Winter/Spring Summer Season (2026):

January 4, 2026 – April 20, 2026
Training Days and Times: TBD

April 20, 2026 – July 12, 2026
Sunday – 5:30 pm – 6:40 pm
Monday – 6:50 pm – 8:00 pm
Thursday – 6:50 pm – 8:00 pm

Tournaments: TBD

2016B – U10 Fall Season

August 7, 2025 – October 26, 2025
Fall Training Days:
Sunday – 6:45 pm – 8:00 pm
Tuesday – 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Wednesday – 6:20 pm – 7:40 pm

TCSL League: Games on Saturday or Sunday

Tournaments: NSC Fall Cup & TCSL Festival

October 27 – November 15: Break

Futsal:

November 16, 2025 – December 22, 2025

Futsal – WBL HS North

Winter/Spring Summer Season (2026)

January 4, 2026 – April 20, 2026

Training days and times – TBD

Location: TCO Garden

April 20, 2026 – July 12, 2026

Sunday – 6:45 pm – 8:00 pm

Tuesday – 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm

Wednesday – 6:20 pm – 7:40 pm

Tournaments: TBD

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Elite Academy League U13-U19

16 June 2023

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ELITE ACADEMY LEAGUE U13-U19

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About the Elite Academy League

Launched in the 2020-21 season, the Elite Academy League (EAL) is comprised of over seventy-five member clubs who represent their market within a regional conference against other like-minded clubs who seek a higher level of competition to enhance their player development initiatives within their boy’s programs. Today, the EAL is comprised of seven conferences spanning the country with the Midwest the most recent area of expansion.

Why Participate in the Elite Academy League:

A platform of competition that provides our club with an enhanced environment for player development by providing the following:

League structure and policies support Manitou FC’s player development plans.
Provides more balanced competition against other like-minded clubs.
Allows players a “seasonal break” to play for their local high school team.
Provides a regional program of competition over several months of the year.
League calendar helps coaches build each age group’s annual training plan.
Exposure is provided to players looking to continue their soccer journey.

Club & Team Participation Expectations

It is important that players and parents have an understanding of the expectations that participation on a Manitou FC team requires. The following age group overviews have been developed to provide as much information as possible so that families can plan accordingly. Manitou FC supports multi-sport athletes within EA, Green and Black Team levels and asks that any athlete having such conflicts, especially during the winter season training program, communicate directly with your team’s coach to coordinate schedules and attendance If you have any questions about the player expectations or would like further clarification about age-group programming, please email Edi Buro, Manitou FC Sporting Director, at SportingDirector@ManitouFC.org.

Boys EA Level U13, U14, U15, U16, U17, U18, U19
Area	U13 – U14
Training & Competition	F: Train 3X per Week + EA +Twin Cities League W: Train 3X per week + EA S: Train 3X per week + EA + Twin Cities League
League Play	Elite Academy League, Twin Cities League
Tournaments	4-5 Minnesota Events
Training Locations	TCO Garden, Polar Lakes Park, White Bear Lake HS North
Communication	Player/Parent to Coach
Key	F=Fall W=Winter S= Summer

Area	U15, U16, U17, U18/19
Training & Competition	F: Minnesota High School W: Train 3x per week + Twin Cities League S: Train 3x per week + Twin Cities League
Tournaments	4 – 5 Minnesota Events
Training Locations	TCO Garden, Polar Lakes Park, White Bear Lake HS North
Communication	Player/Parent to Coach
Key	F=Fall W=Winter S= Summer

TCSL League Travel: Minnesota
EA League Travel: Wisconsin, Illinois, Florida (Showcase)

July 20, 21, 22
Location: White Bear Lake HS North Campus – 5040 Bald Eagle Ave, White Bear Lake MN 55110
Time: TBD
Cost: TBD

MLS Next New Tier Spring Clinic – April
MLS NEXT New Tier TRYOUT PREP CAMP

Boys Manitou FC Orange

15 June 2023

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Boys Manitou FC Orange

INTRODUCTIONPlayer ExpectationsTryOuts + Fees

Our Manitou FC Orange teams compete within the following leagues: Twin Cities Soccer League Regional or National competition levels. These leagues offer different levels of play to accommodate the commitment levels, individual maturation, physical growth, and playing abilities of our teams, especially important for players U19 and younger.

In addition to league play or in-market tournaments, we participate in the following national cup competitions: USYS National Championship Series (State & Regional Cup), and TCSL League Cup leading to the US Club Soccer Regional Cup.

It is important that players and parents have an understanding of the expectations that participation on a Manitou FC team requires. The following age group overviews have been developed to provide as much information as possible so that families can plan accordingly. Manitou FC supports multi-sport athletes within Orange and Black Team levels and asks that any athlete having such conflicts, especially during the winter season training program, communicate directly with your teams coach to coordinate schedules and attendance.

If you have any questions about the player expectations or would like further clarification about age group programming, please send an email to Edi Buro, Manitou FC Sporting Director, at SportingDirector@ManitouFC.org.

Boy Manitou FC Orange: U11, U12 \| U13, U14
Area	U11 & U12 Boy MFC Orange	U13 & U14 Boys MFC Orange
Training & Competition	F: Train 3x’s per week + Games W: Train 3x’s per week + NSC League S: Train 2-3x’s per week + Games	F: Train 3x’s per week + Games W: Train 3x’s per week + NSC League S: Train 2-3x’s per week + Games
League Play	TCSL Regional/State Competition	TCSL Regional/State Competition
Tournaments	4-5 Minnesota Based Events	4-5 Minnesota Based Events
Communication	Player/Parent to Coach	Player/Parent to Coach
Key	F = Fall, W = Winter, S = Summer

Boys Manitou FC Orange: U15, U16 \| U17, U18/19
Area	U15 & U16 Boys MFC Orange	U17 & U18/19 Boys MFC Orange
Training & Competition	F: Minnesota High School Competition W: Train 3x’s per week + NSC League S: Train 2-3x’s per week + Games	F: Minnesota High School Competition W: Train 3x’s per week + NSC League S: Train 2-3x’s per week + UPSL + EA League
League Play	TCSL Regional/State Competition	TCSL Regional/State Competition
Tournaments	4-5 Minnesota Based Events	4-5 Minnesota Based Events
Communication	Player to Coach	Player to Coach
Key	F = Fall, W = Winter, S = Summer

U8–U11 (Boys & Girls) | Birth Years (2018–2015)

Dates: July 21-23, 2024
Location: White Bear Lake High School North
Times (2018-2015): 5:00pm-6:15pm
Times (2014): 6:30pm-8:00pm

U12–U19 (Boys & Girls) | Birth Years (2013–2006)

Dates: July 27-28, 2024
Location: White Bear Lake High School North
Times (2013-2011): 4:45pm – 6:30pm
Times (2010-2006): 6:45pm – 8:15pm

see 2024-2025 Fees

Club Fees Include: Club Registration, TCSL League Registration, Indoor/Outdoor Training Time, Background Checks, Club & Player Insurance, 3x a Week Training, Club Operations, GK Training, FT Coach, GK Training, Field Maintenance Equipment, Referee Fees, Referee Assignor, College Advisory Program
Club Fees do NOT Include: Tournaments (In and Out of Market), Player Travel, Indoor Games, Club Uniform
Team Fees Include: Coach Travel, Tournaments, Indoor Games
Team Fee Estimates: $400-$900

Boys Manitou FC Black

14 June 2023

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Boys Manitou FC Black

INTRODUCTIONplayer ExpectationsTryouts + Fees

Our MFC Black teams compete within the following leagues: Twin Cities Soccer League Cities and State competition levels. These leagues provide an appropriate environment that aligns with the players’ level of commitment, maturation, growth, and current abilities. Matching the appropriate level of competition with our teams provides a more positive, enjoyable, soccer experience. An important element to create a lasting passion for the sport.

In addition to league play, we participate in these in-market tournaments: NSC All-American, USA Cup, and TCSL Final Four.

It is important that players and parents have an understanding of the expectations that participation on a Manitou FC team requires. The following age group overviews have been developed to provide as much information as possible so that families can plan accordingly. Manitou FC supports multi-sport athletes within Orange and Black Team levels and asks that any athlete having such conflicts, especially during the winter season training program, communicate directly with your teams coach to coordinate schedules and attendance.

If you have any questions about the player expectations or would like further clarification about age group programming, please send an email to Edi Buro, Manitou FC Sporting Director, at SportingDirector@ManitouFC.org.

Boys Manitou FC Black: U11, U12 \| U13, U14
Area	U11 & U12 Boys MFC Black	U13 & U14 Boys MFC Black
Training & Competition	F: Train 2x’s per week + Games W: Train 2x’s per week + NSC League S: Train 2x’s per week + Games	F: Train 2x’s per week + Games W: Train 2x’s per week + NSC Leage S: Train 2x’s per week + Games
League Play	TCSL State + Cities League	TCSL State & Cities Leagues
Tournaments	4-5 Minnesota Based Events	4-5 Minnesota Based Events
Communication	Player/Parent to Coach	Player/Parent to Coach
Key	F = Fall, W = Winter, S = Summer

Boys Manitou FC Black: U15, U16 \| U17, U18/19
Area	U15-18/19 Boys MFC Black
Training & Competition	Fall: Minnesota High School Competition Winter: Train 2x’s per week + NSC League Summer: Train 2x’s per week + Games
League Play	TCSL State + Cities League
Tournaments	4-5 Minnesota Based Events
Communication	Player to Coach
Key	F = Fall, W = Winter, S = Summer

U8-U11 (Boys & Girls) | Birth Years (2018–2014)

Dates: July 21-23, 2024
Location: White Bear Lake High School North
Times (2018-2015): 5:00pm – 6:15pm
Times (2014): 6:30pm – 8:00pm

U12-U19 (Boys & Girls) | Birth Years (2013–2006)

Dates: July 27-28, 2024
Location: White Bear Lake High School North
Times: (2013-2011): 4:45pm – 6:30pm
Times: (2010-2006): 6:45pm – 8:15pm

see 2024-2025 Fees

Club Fees Include: Club Registration, TCSL League Registration, Indoor/Outdoor Training Time, Background Checks, Club & Player Insurance, 2x a Week Training, Club Operations, FT Coach, GK Training, Field Maintenance Equipment, Referee Fees, Referee Assignor
Club Fees do NOT Include: Tournaments (In and Out of Market), Player Travel, Indoor Games, Club Uniform
Team Fees Include: Coach Travel, Tournaments, Indoor Games
Team Fee Estimates: $200-$400

Boys UPSL

13 June 2023

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BOYS UPSL

INTRODUCTIONProgram Details

Manitou FC’s player pathway provides for male athletes who are looking to compete on regional level within the United Premier Soccer League (UPSL). Competing within the Midwest-West Conference, players age U17 through U19 are eligible for team selection. Home games are played at the athletic complex at White Bear Lake High School North Campus.

Founded in 2011, the United Premier Soccer League now stands as the largest and most competitive pro-development league in North America. The league was started in Santa Ana, California by Leonel Lopez, with 10 teams. Today the league has nearly 400 clubs competing nationwide, and the Premier Division for Spring 2022 has 255 clubs competing for 32 places in the National Playoff Bracket to become National Champion.

The league occupies the 4th tier of the US Soccer pyramid, just below the three professional tiers in the pyramid. With a participant average age of 22.5 years, the UPSL fills and brings structure to the large gap that exists between the youth game and the professional game, serving thousands of aspiring players and coaches as they strive to further their aspirations and fuel their passions.

Each UPSL club is independently owned and operated. The league operates year-round, comprising two seasons each calendar year, with the Spring season beginning in March and ending with national playoffs the first weekend in August, and a Fall season with play beginning in September with national playoffs the first weekend in February. The league prides itself on openness, inclusion, and accessibility.

Roster: TBD

Game Schedule: TBD

Cost: $475 (2023-2024 Season Pricing)