San Diego, CA, March 17th, 2026 – Surf Nation is proud to announce the launch of its newest partner club, Stanislaus Surf, further expanding the organization’s national footprint and strengthening its player development pathway in Northern California.
Recognized as a leader in youth football, the Surf brand is synonymous with professionalism, high level on-field performance, comprehensive football education, and an unwavering commitment to long-term player development. Surf Nation’s mission is to create the Best of the Best experiences and opportunities for players, coaches, and families. The addition of Stanislaus Surf reinforces that mission and continues Surf’s strategic growth across key markets.
Effective immediately, Stanislaus United Soccer Club will transition to Stanislaus Surf, bringing the globally recognized Surf identity to the Central Valley. Stanislaus Surf has demonstrated a strong commitment to grassroots development and sustained player progression. Its leadership team and coaching staff are fully aligned with Surf Nation’s standards and philosophy, dedicated to delivering a structured, high quality developmental environment.
“We always strive for cooperation and collaboration in youth soccer.” says Andy Prosser, Surf Nation Director. “With the support of Valley Surf we have one goal between both organizations which is to provide a complete player pathway from recreational to the elite tier of grassroots soccer within the Central Valley. By welcoming Stanislaus into the Surf Nation community we now have a collective responsibility to lead by example, create a culture and set the standard.”
As part of Surf Nation, Stanislaus Surf will uphold the brand’s performance standards while providing players, families, and coaches with enhanced resources, expanded competitive platforms, and access to Surf Nation’s national and international network. This includes exposure opportunities, coach education programs, elite event participation, and a clearly defined pathway from grassroots to the highest levels of youth competition.
“In a moment of transition and alignment, Stanislaus United Soccer Club is proud to join Surf Nation because we share the same core values and long-term vision for player development.” says Jose Alcala, Director of Coaching Stanislaus Surf. “Stanislaus has built a strong reputation in the Central Valley for developing players and creating meaningful pathways to the next level. Under the Surf Nation community, we will gain access to expanded resources and a powerful national network that will allow us to elevate our players and continue building an elite soccer brand in the Central Valley.”
“Success is built on finding the right partners who share our DNA—aligning with those who share a similar mission and purpose. We found exactly that in Stanislaus.” says Jeff Jenkins, Director of Coaching Valley Surf. “By bringing Stanislaus United into the Surf family, we are partnering with a leadership team that is already deeply committed to excellence and community. We are thrilled to welcome Stanislaus Surf to the Nation and look forward to seeing the impact they will have on the Central Valley soccer landscape.”
This partnership marks another significant milestone in Surf Nation’s continued expansion and its commitment to building a world-class player pathway throughout the United States and beyond.
For more information on Stanislaus Surf visit their website here
About Surf:
For over 49 years, Surf has proudly stood as a pioneer in youth soccer with a proven track record of developing players into international youth training centers, professional academies, the collegiate ranks, and professional teams around the world.
With a legacy rooted in excellence, we’ve contributed over $12 million in charitable donations, claimed more than 20+ national championships, and helped launch the careers of countless professional, collegiate, and international players. At Surf, we are driven by one goal: to be the Best of the Best both on and off the field.
Stanislaus Surf joins our 60+ Surf affiliates to comprise what we are proud to call Surf Nation.
