MLS Next

MLS Next AD Camps

27 February 2026
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MLS Next AD Camps
IntroductionHighlightsCamp Details

The MLS NEXT Academy Division Camps are led by Manitou FC Sporting Director Edi Buro, alongside the Manitou MLS NEXT New Tier U13–U19 coaching staff.

The Manitou FC MLS Next AD is designed for players seeking to challenge themselves in a professional, high-performance environment. Led by Manitou FC’s MLS Next coaching staff, this camp focuses on the technical precision, tactical intelligence, and physical sharpness required at elite levels of play.

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 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.

• Three days of high-performance training and competition
• Dribbling/ball control, passing, receiving, shooting/striking, and 1v1 play (attacking & defending)
• Competitive mentality and work rate
• Speed of play and decision-making
• Information on MLS Next
Open to All – We want to share our training with everyone! So whether you are a member of Manitou FC or not, you can still participate.

Dates: June 15, 16, 17
Days: Mon, Tue, Wed
Time: 8:15am – 10:00am
Location: Polar Lakes Park
Address: 1280 Hammond Rd, White Bear Lake, MN 55110

Dates: June 22, 23, 24
Days: Mon, Tue, Wed
Time: 8:15am – 10:00am
Location: Polar Lakes Park
Address: 1280 Hammond Rd, White Bear Lake, MN 55110

Dates: July 6, 7, 8
Days: Mon, Tue, Wed
Time: 8:15am – 10:00am
Location: Polar Lakes Park
Address: 1280 Hammond Rd, White Bear Lake, MN 55110

Dates: July 20, 21, 22
Days: Mon, Tue, Wed
Time: 8:15am – 10:00am
Location: Polar Lakes Park
Address: 1280 Hammond Rd, White Bear Lake, MN 55110

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MLS Next New Tier Clinics

30 April 2025
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MLS Next New Tier Clinics
INTRODUCTIONcamp Details

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, MLS/Professional scouts. 

Players and parents will learn about the MLS NEXT New Tier league and what it takes to play at the level. The Spring clinics will prepare players for the upcoming MLS NEXT New Tier tryouts.

Birth Years: 2014, 2013, 2012

Dates: May 26

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

Time: 5:45 pm – 7:30 pm

Cost: $20 (Includes shirt)

Birth Years: 2011, 2010, 2009

Dates: May 26

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

Time: 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Cost: $20 (Includes shirt)

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Pre-MLS Next

12 March 2025
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Pre-MLS Next U11-U12 (Aug-July)
INTRODUCTIONExpectationsTryoutsCAMPS

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
AreaU11 – U12
Training & CompetitionF: Training 4X per Week + TCSL League
W: Train 3 – 4x per week + TCSL League
S: Train 3 – 4x per week + TCSL League
League PlayTCSL National
TournamentsNSC Fall Cup, Minnesota United Showcase, Emerald Cup Boys,         3-4 Minnesota Events
Training LocationsTCO Garden, Polar Lakes Park, White Bear Lake HS North
CommunicationPlayer/Parent to Coach
KeyF=Fall    W=Winter    S= Summer   

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

July 14 – 18
Time: TBD
Tryout Fee: TBD
Location: White Bear Lake High School North – 5040 Bald Eagle Ave MN 55110

MLS Next Tryout Prep Camp July 7 – 10

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MLS Next

11 March 2025
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Categories: MLS Next
MLS Next U13-U19 (Nov – July)
INTRODUCTIONExpectationsTryoutsCAMPS

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
AreaU13 – U14
Training & CompetitionF: Training 4X per Week + MLS Next League
W: Train 4x per week + MLS Next League
S: Train 4x per week + MLS Next League
League PlayMLS Next North Conference
TournamentsMLS Regional Showcase, MN United Showcase, NSC All American, Shattuck Showcase, USA Cup Weekend, Minnesota United Events
Training LocationsTCO Garden, Polar Lakes Park, White Bear Lake HS North
CommunicationPlayer/Parent to Coach
KeyF=Fall    W=Winter    S= Summer   
 
AreaU15, U16, U17, U18/19
  Training & CompetitionF: Minnesota High School
W: Train 4x – 5x per week + MLS Next League
S: Train 4x – 5x  per week + MLS Next League
TournamentsMLS Regional Showcase, MLS Next Fest, MLS Next Playoffs* Shattuck Showcase, NSC Fall College Showcase, USA Cup Week or Weekend, MN United Events
Training LocationsTCO Garden, Polar Lakes Park, White Bear Lake HS North
CommunicationPlayer/Parent to Coach
KeyF=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 

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MLS Next New Tier Clinics

27 February 2025
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MLS Next New Tier Clinics
INTRODUCTIONcamp Details

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, MLS/Professional scouts. 

Players and parents will learn about the MLS NEXT New Tier league and what it takes to play at the level. The Spring clinics will prepare players for the upcoming MLS NEXT New Tier tryouts.

Birth Years: 2014, 2013, 2012

Dates: June 8

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

Time: 5:45 pm – 7:30 pm

Cost: $20 (Includes shirt)

Birth Years: 2011, 2010, 2009

Dates: June 8

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

Time: 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Cost: $20 (Includes shirt)

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MLS Next New Tier Camps

27 February 2025
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Categories: MLS Next
MLS Next New Tier Camps
IntroductionHighlightsCamp Details

MLS Next New Tier Tryout Prep Camp is directed by the Manitou’s Sporting Director Edi Buro, who will accompany the Manitou MLS Next New Tier U13 – U19 coaching staff. Camp is designed for boys 2016 – 2007.

About 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 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.

• Four days of high performance training and competition
• 12-14 players per coach
• Dribbling/ball control, passing, receiving, shooting/striking, and 1v1 play (attacking & defending)
• Maximize speed and agility, build power, increase endurance, aerobic capacity and reduce chance of injury.
• Nike Sparq “Yo Yo” Beep Testing
• Information on MLS Next
• Information on Nutrition
Open to All – We want to share our training with everyone! So whether you are a member of Manitou FC or not, you can still participate.

Dates: 7/7, 7/8, 7/9, 7/10
Location: Polar Lakes Park Fields (1280 Hammond Rd, White Bear Lake, MN 55110)
Check in Time: 8 am – 8:20 am
Time: 8:30am – 10:30am

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