The Boot Room by GoldCleats
The next era of MLS NEXT is officially here, and it’s bigger than ever! 🚨 More teams, more competition, and more opportunities for youth players to shine. Whether you're aiming for college scholarships, a pro contract, or just want to ball out on the biggest stage, this is HUGE news.
Let’s break it down. 👇
⚽ What’s New?
MLS NEXT just leveled up with a brand-new tier of competition that brings together:
- ✅ 1,200+ Teams from 220+ Clubs across the U.S. & Canada
- ✅ New Regional Divisions to create the best matchups in youth soccer
- ✅ Elite Operators running each division with a focus on player development
- ✅ Top-Tier Scouting Exposure – Get seen by college, pro, & national team scouts
- ✅ Play BOTH MLS NEXT & High School Soccer – Best of both worlds! 🌍🏆
🔎 Who’s Running These Divisions?
Each league is managed by some of the best youth soccer operators in the country:
- 🏆 National Academy League (NAL) – Powered by 3Step Soccer
- 🏆 Elite Academy League (EAL) – 🚀 Expanding its footprint in youth soccer
- 🏆 Sporting Development League (SDL) – Backed by top-tier development programs
- 🏆 Cobalt Sports – A growing force in elite youth soccer
- 🏆 Cal North Soccer Association – 📍 Representing Northern California’s best
📅 When Does It Start?
🗓 Mark your calendars! The regular season kicks off in September 2025 📢🔥.
But that’s just the beginning… 👀
- ✅ Regional Tournaments – Battle for a spot in the MLS NEXT Cup Playoffs
- ✅ National Events – Get scouted at the biggest youth showcases in the country
- ✅ Coaching & Development Programs – Learn from the best & improve your game!
This new tier isn’t just about playing more games—it’s about getting REAL exposure and taking your career to the next level. 🚀💪
🎯 Why This is HUGE for GoldCleats Players
If you’re on GoldCleats, this is your golden opportunity to get seen! 👀✨
- 🔹 More teams = More scouting opportunities
- 🔹 MLS NEXT Cup Playoffs = National exposure
- 🔹 High school & club balance = Best of both worlds
- 🔹 Regional events = PRO & College scouts watching!
💡 Pro Tip: Upload your highlights, track your stats, and get on the radar of scouts using GoldCleats! You never know who’s watching! 🎥⚡
🏆 Final Thoughts: Are You Ready?
With MLS NEXT expanding, the competition is only getting tougher—but so are YOU. 💪🔥
This new tier is about MORE:
- ✅ More elite games
- ✅ More college & pro scouting
- ✅ More ways to reach the next level
The question is... Are you ready to step up? 😤⚡
💬 Drop a comment below! Are you excited for the new MLS NEXT format? Where do YOU want to play next season? ⬇️⬇️⬇️
🚀 Dream Big. Train Hard. Get Scouted.
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