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Club Highlight: South Carolina Surf

Club Highlight: South Carolina Surf

Surf Nation is comprised of like-minded coaches and administrators dedicated to our Surf mission to provide the best experiences and opportunities for their athletes. Since 2020, South Carolina Surf has been a proud partner of Surf Nation, and we have thoroughly enjoyed the partnership, watching their amazing club grow and seeing them take full advantage of being under the Surf brand.

We sat down with South Carolina Soccer Club’s Director of Coaching & Player Development, Tam McGowan, to learn more about how Surf has helped his club, players, coaches, and administrators and their upcoming season goals:

What is the biggest value to South Carolina Surf being part of the Surf Nation community?

The Surf community has an amazing support network. The leadership support and staff support for our club have been great, allowing us to give a better experience for our players and membership. Allowing our players to experience Surf Select and give our players the experience of playing with other players around the country.

 

As you have started the 23/24 Season. What are some of the KPI’s and goals you have set for the Club?

One of our club’s biggest goals is to continue enhancing our training environment. Expectation and overall experience for our players is the foundation we look to build upon to allow our players to continue developing.

 

How are you focusing on Coach development and assessing buy-in from your staff?

The buy-in has been great from a coaching perspective.  Having directors in certain age groups allows us to help coaches improve the overall environment and help give coaches the tools to be successful.  We are continuing to encourage our coaches to gain higher licensing through US Soccer which will only further develop each staff member at the club.

 

Looking back on the 22/23 season, please share any highlights from a Team, Player, or Coach perspective.

We had a pretty successful 22/23 season for our older age groups.  Three boys teams ( 2009, 2007, 2006) went on to the ECNL Playoffs, with our 2007 boys making it to the last 16.  Our 2009 Girls Academy team made it to the Elite 8 of Girls Academy in St Louis.

Provide a quick snapshot of the Club’s overall Player development pathway.

We have restructured the club, which we believe will help put more focus on the development of each individual player within the club.Pre Academy (U6-U9)
Academy (U10-U14)
Competition Phase (U15-U19)

Learn more about South Carolina Surf at https://southcarolinasurfsoccer.com/

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Surf Nation Stands with Montana Surf’s Silent Saturday

Surf Nation Stands with Montana Surf’s Silent Saturday

San Diego, CA., September 22, 2023—  Surf Cup Sports (San Diego, CA)  In the world of youth sports, the Surf brand is renowned for professionalism, elite event management, high-quality coaching, and, most importantly, a deep commitment to player development, resulting in hundreds of All-American athletes and thousands of college scholarships. For over 45 years, Surf has been a leader in the youth soccer landscape, dedicated to our mission to create the best experiences and opportunities for our players nationwide. Surf has always been committed to our mission, and supporting this one-day event, Silent Saturday continues to demonstrate our dedication to our players.

 

As our Montana Surf partner implements Silent Saturday to highlight the ongoing issues in youth soccer that have eroded the focus on player development, Montana Surf reminds us that youth sports are about developing our kids through sports, not about the parents, coaches, administrators, or referees.

Silent Saturday’s goal is to let our children play with joy and without fear. With childhood obesity and inactivity rates currently at all-time highs in America, it’s our commitment to encourage our players to stay on the pitch. Studies from the National Alliance for Youth Sports (NAYS) have found that of the 40 million youths who participate in organized sports each year, 70% will drop out before the age of 13.  Not only are children being impacted, but over 50,000 referees have quit since 2018, and the number one reason for leaving is verbal abuse from parents and coaches

For us to continue to keep our kids and referees on the pitch, our sport’s on-field culture has to change, and Silent Saturday is a one-day event to re-center all of us that youth sports are meant to be a joyful experience for kids.

“We are implementing ‘Silent Saturday’ in an effort to remove parental and fan pressure towards athletes, referee abuse, coach abuse, and overall have a more enjoyable game for all of our athletes. This is an opportunity for parents to take a step back and sit quietly to watch their athletes play the beautiful game of soccer.”  – Montana Surf

“Surf supports Montana Surf’s Silent Saturday initiative – let the players play, the referees ref, and allow our families to hit the refresh button and focus on what this game is all about: the opportunity to educate and develop players and continue to foster their love for the beautiful game,” said Andy Prosser, Director of Surf Nation

About Surf:

For over 46 years, Surf has been one of the founding organizations in youth soccer. With over $12 Million in charitable donations, 25 national championships, and countless professional, collegiate, and youth national team players, we are forever striving to be the “Best of the Best.

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Club Highlight: Los Angeles Surf

Club Highlight: Los Angeles Surf

Surf Nation is comprised of like-minded coaches and administrators dedicated to our Surf mission to provide the best experiences and opportunities for their athletes. Since 2019, Los Angeles Surf has been a proud partner of Surf Nation, and we have thoroughly enjoyed the partnership, watching their amazing club grow and seeing them take full advantage of being under the Surf brand.

We sat down with LA Valley Soccer Club’s Director, Barry Ritson, to learn more about how Surf has helped his club, players, coaches, and administrators and their upcoming season goals:

What is the biggest value to LA Surf being part of the Surf Nation community?

The knowledge of the leadership within Surf Nation is important for us to share in and stretch our thinking on what is possible for our players.

Surrounding yourself with innovators inspires you to think outside the box, look at ways that have been successful in other clubs or areas of the country, and implement them in your own organization. We have taken initiatives shared within Surf Nation and brought it back to LA, adding our own twist, and we have seen them aid us to be better each day.

As you reflect on 22/23 Season, what key success indicators defined the club’s year?

The 2022/2023 Season was successful both on and off the field at LA SURF.

On the field our staff have thrived. Creating a culture of excellence for our players. We have developed and improved our foundation levels at LA Surf. Our LA Grassroots program has given local players an opportunity to explore the game, fall in love with the sport in a fun, supportive and professional environment. The club teams continue to reach the top levels of the game locally and regionally and have shown whether you are in the San Fernando Valley, Torrance, Hollywood or La Canada, there is a common goal to be the Best of the Best and players are maximizing their potential. Our Elite Program is one of the best in the country. Top talent are mentored and stretched to be the best they can be, chasing their goals with excitement and enthusiasm.

All of this is supported by the best administrative staff in the industry, working tirelessly to keep us moving forward. We are proud of our accomplishments and have looked to social media to spread word of the benefits at LA Surf and with numbers increasing across the board, people are taking note and finding their way into our network.

Now you look forward to 23/24. What are some of the KPI’s and goals you have set for the Club?

We want to see continued growth in all areas of our organization. We want to maximize the indoor facility in Pasadena, share more benefits of the partnerships we have cultivated in Sport Performance and Health and Wellness, putting the player firmly at the core of our environment. More teams winning championships at the National level. More players committing to college. More access for our players to USYNT programming and more boys signing with pro clubs. This is the next stage of our progression and commitment to be the Best of the Best in what we do while making sure every single player has a great experience wearing Surf Blue.

You have a really interesting player development pathway, how do you keep the coaches aligned on the Clubs vision through to the Elite program?

LA Surf is a large and robust organization but also has a small village feel. The club directors in each region are specialists not only in their field but they also take the time to understand the goals and desires of the players and families that participate in their region. This gives us a unique ability to train, develop and identify talent. The collaborative nature of our staff ensures that each player can find their way and not only explore the game but land in their optimal spot on the team that best fits their needs and ability. Communication, transparency and advocating for players to be evaluated gives us a really good foundation to make sure players move through the club to the appropriate teams, at the appropriate time.

The boys you have had great success being in the MLS feeding players onto professional youth academies, now you have qualified the Girls program to the GA Champions league – what do you put this success down to?

Leadership and drive. Our leaders are truly invested not only in team success but also individual coach and player advancement. For the Boys we have proven our development plan and coaching nurtures talent. With humility, we understand that coaches and players have aspirations to compete at the top level of the game. At some point, we exhaust our ability to keep them progressing. We know that professional organizations are watching our players and through our growing relationships with their Academy staff, we can help facilitate upward movement. For Girls, we have developed a grit within our program. A strong desire to be better. Again, Leadership is critical. We are blessed to have the staff we have, and they work smart to make us difficult to beat, hard to play against with a will to score goals. Across the age groups we performed well last season and secured a Champions Cup spot. It’s just the beginning.

Learn more about LA Surf at https://wearelasurf.com.

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Surf Select Summer 2023 Recap

Surf Select Goes On Summer 2023 Tour

Surf Select – A national identification program through Surf Nation bringing together the “best of the best” to deliver the Surf mission of experiences and opportunities throughout Summer 2023.

The Surf Select program, in conjunction with our travel partners Global Sports Experiences, delivered a memorable summer for our Players and Families as a number of our Surf Select teams competed in various domestic and international events. From the US, down to Brazil, and over to England and Spain, the journey has delivered 3 International championships, confirmed College Commits, and created friendships that will go far beyond what was achieved on-field.

The Surf Select program has a unique player development pathway, from Club recommendations, regional programs, and tournament play through to our national team program that has seen over 2000 players participate from 42 Clubs that stretch from Rhode Island through to Hawaii, represent the Surf brand both domestically and internationally – a quick snapshot below followed by highlights from selected events:

Premier SuperCopa – 2012 & 2013 B&G White

Target Cup, USA – 2011 G White

Surf Cup, USA – 2006 G&B Blue (2006 G winner), 2011 G&B Blue, 2013 G&B Blue

BH Cup, IDA (Brazil) – 2008 Boys Blue

Super Cup Northern Ireland – 2007 B&G Blue, 2010 B&G Blue (2010G winner)

Foyle Cup 2011 B&G White, 2009 G White (winner)

Royal Pre Season Cup – 2008 B&G White, 2010 B&G White

Valencia event  – 2006 B White

Following a busy summer, we would like to congratulate our 2010 National Blue Girls (Super Cup NI Winners), 2009 National White Girls (Foyle Cup), and 2006 National Blue (Surf Cup, USA) that saw our program pick up 2 International and 1 Domestic title this summer.

Global Sports Experience Director Enrico Ciuffetelli reflects on hosting Surf Select this summer:

“Global Sports Experience (GSE) is humbled and thrilled to have had the privilege of providing the Surf Select program with a truly unique and unforgettable experience for all participants.

From Brazil’s sun-kissed beaches to Spain’s historic landscapes, the Surf Select 2023 provided by GSE was an expedition that transcended boundaries. It was more than just a series of events—it was a celebration of dedication, camaraderie, and the pursuit of excellence.

The Surf Select teams showcased their remarkable skills and passion on an international stage, competing against formidable opponents from across the globe. Each match was a testament to their dedication, grit, and sportsmanship. The electric atmosphere of the tournaments and competitions highlighted the best of Surf Select, leaving an indelible mark on and off the field.

Global Sports Experiences feels deeply grateful for Surf Nation’s trust in us to create an unparalleled experience for all your teams and families. This unwavering dedication, relentless spirit, and infectious enthusiasm have made this journey a triumph beyond measure. Your commitment to growth on and off the field has left an indelible mark on us all. From all of us at GSE, thank you for allowing us to be a part of your journey”.

Next, we start the identification for Surf Select 2024 with 7 Regional camps taking place across the US, along with preparing for the prestigious Surf Cup International – which will showcase 41 different Clubs across 19 countries and is quickly becoming one of the top youth tournaments in the world. We can’t wait to see our Surf Select teams compete against a variety of professional youth academies in Salou, Spain, this November.”

For more information on the Surf Select pathway and opportunities, please visit www.surfsoccernation.com

 

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Hamilton Surf Joins the Surf Soccer Family

Hamilton Surf Joins the Surf Soccer Family

Launching immediately, Surf Nation expands into Hamilton, Ontario, in conjunction with Niagara Surf!

San Diego, CA., August 23, 2023—  Surf Cup Sports (San Diego, CA) is proud to announce the launch of our newest partner club, Hamilton Surf. In the world of youth sports, the Surf brand is renowned for professionalism, elite event management, high-quality coaching, and, most importantly, a deep commitment to player development, resulting in hundreds of All-American athletes and thousands of scholarships. Our mission is to create experiences and opportunities for players, and we’re excited to announce our next step toward achieving this goal in the Niagara area and surrounding communities.

Effective immediately, led by the Niagara Surf leadership team, the Surf brand will expand into Hamilton, Ontario, and surrounding communities launching a new Academy program. Hamilton Surf will join the Surf Nation community to build a regional powerhouse that will create improved experiences, shared resources, and opportunities for all players within the Club.

The Surf Nation community has a proven track record of developing players and seeing them move through the player pathway into National Team Programs and into the professional and collegiate ranks. Led by the most experienced, knowledgeable, and passionate soccer minds in the area, Hamilton Surf will provide high-quality programming and a complete pathway for elite players within the region.

“We strive to make Surf Nation stronger in talent every day,” says Andy Prosser, Surf Nation Director. “As our Surf Nation Program expands, we must partner with like-minded sports management executives, coaches, and administrators dedicated to our mission to provide their athletes the best experiences and opportunities. The Niagara Surf leadership team has the ambition to expand the Surf resources and player pool in other areas of Ontario; we are excited to see what we can achieve within the Hamilton community.”

Hamilton Surf offers an Academy-style program that aims to showcase & compete locally, regionally, and nationally. As soon as I met Andre, I knew this was an excellent fit for an Academy to represent the Surf brand in an area with such a deep player and coach talent,” added Prosser.

“Niagara Surf’s expansion to create Hamilton Surf marks the beginning of a new era filled with exciting opportunities that stretch beyond local limits. This joint effort enhances the soccer scene in Hamilton and Niagara and lays the groundwork for future growth in other important soccer markets across Ontario. As we bring communities together, our active soccer network opens doors to local, national, and even international opportunities, giving players and coaches meaningful chances to succeed. And the best part? We’re making it happen without the usual hassles of soccer politics and unnecessary rules, ensuring a straightforward pathway for players to achieve their fullest potential.” Said Andre Pacheco

Hamilton Surf will aim to provide the best player development experience, pathway, and opportunities in the community. Being part of the Surf Nation network, players and families will have access to additional support on and off the field to ensure we remain the number one soccer destination.

The top players from Hamilton Surf will have direct access to Surf Select, an unprecedented identification program built through Surf Nation. This program allows selected players to compete in the best international and domestic events, picking from a player pool that expands from Puerto Rico, Rhode Island to Hawaii and Canada.

For more information and tryout information, visit https://www.niagarasurfsoccer.com/

About Surf:

For over 46 years, Surf has been one of the founding organizations in youth soccer. With over $12 Million in charitable donations, 25 national championships, and countless professional, collegiate, and youth national team players, we are forever striving to be the “Best of the Best.”

Hamilton Surf joins our 55 Surf National Affiliates to comprise what we’re proud to call Surf Nation.

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Surf Nation Captures EIGHT National Championship Titles to Close out 2022/2023

Surf Nation Captures EIGHT National Championship Titles to Close out 2022/2023

Surf Nation delivers record-breaking numbers in historic season campaign!

San Diego, CA., August 1, 2023—Surf Nation, a mission-driven community, is proud to celebrate a historic campaign through post Season play, national college commitments, and players selected to international training centers across nine different nationalities to close the 2022/2023 season.

Surf’s mission is to create the ‘Best of the Best’ experiences and opportunities for youth soccer players through our clubs, events, and facilities. We partner with like-minded clubs and provide them with the tools so they can focus on what they love most, coaching and helping their players achieve their dream.

League platforms are always a hot topic in US Soccer, striving for the best competition and clubs finding the right environment to deliver the Surf mission. Moving into post-season play, which saw our community qualify 100+ teams across every major domestic platform in US Soccer, we are delighted to announce 8 National Champions, 6 National Runners Up, and 10 Semi-Finalists along with San Diego (Boys ECNL) and South Valley Surf (Girls E64) being named Club champions in their respective League platforms.

Along with celebrating team success, we are delighted to congratulate our graduating class of 2022/2023 and thank them specifically for their hard work and commitment to the Surf brand. We have record-breaking numbers seeing 332 athletes move onto collegiate play, finding their perfect fit academically, and achieving their goals of playing college soccer. We can’t wait to see our Surfl alums compete in the upcoming Fall season.

The Surf Nation community has a proven track record of developing players and seeing them move through the player pathway into National Team Programs. As our Surf Nation community expands, we are now seeing a larger pool of players selected both domestically and internationally to various training centers, this year celebrating over 100+ Surf Nation players selected across eight nationalities to be identified for multiple training centers and beyond.

“We aim to deliver our mission of being the best of the best every single day within our community,” says Andy Prosser. Surf Nation Director “There is always a fine balance between winning and development, with success coming in many different ways. Our post-season numbers for both team and individual player success demonstrates we are finding the right balance in developing great players into great teams with a club and community focus. I am honored and proud to work with these clubs daily, and I would like to congratulate everyone within Surf Nation on a historic 2022/2023 season. What excites me most is we will strive to better every day, and I am excited to see what we can achieve moving into the 2023/2024 Season.”

 

Please visit our Surf Nation Instagram for a complete list of Team & Player achievements from the 2022/2023 season.

About Surf:

For over 46 years, Surf has been one of the founding organizations in youth soccer. With over $12 Million in charitable donations, 25 national championships, and countless professional, collegiate, and youth national team players, we are forever striving to be the “Best of the Best.”

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Niagara Surf Joins the Surf Soccer Family

Niagara Surf Joins the Surf Soccer Family

Launching immediately, Niagara International Football Club (NIFC) will transition to become Niagara Surf Soccer Club and join the Surf Nation Community.

San Diego, CA., August 1, 2023—  Surf Cup Sports (San Diego, CA) is proud to announce the launch of our newest partner club, Niagara Surf. In the world of youth sports, the Surf brand is renowned for professionalism, elite event management, high-quality coaching, and, most importantly, a deep commitment to player development, resulting in hundreds of All-American athletes and thousands of scholarships. Our mission is to create experiences and opportunities for players, and we’re excited to announce our next step toward achieving this goal in the Niagara area and surrounding communities.

Effective immediately, Niagara International Football Club will transition to the newly formed Niagara Surf Soccer Club. Based in Niagara, Ontario, and surrounding communities reaching into Western New York, Niagara Surf will join the Surf brand to build a regional powerhouse that will create improved experiences, shared resources, and opportunities for all players within the Club.

The Surf Nation community has a proven track record of developing players and seeing them move through the player pathway into National Team Programs and into the professional and collegiate ranks. Led by the most experienced, knowledgeable, and passionate soccer minds in the area, Niagara Surf will provide high-quality programming and a complete pathway for elite players within the Niagara market.

“We strive to make Surf Nation stronger in talent every single day,” says Andy Prosser, Surf Nation Director. “As our Surf Nation Program continues to expand, we must partner with like-minded sports management executives, coaches, and administrators dedicated to our mission to provide the best experiences and opportunities for their athletes. Niagara Surf offers an Academy style program that aims to showcase & compete locally, regionally, and nationally. As soon as I met Andre, I knew this was an excellent fit for the Academy to represent the Surf brand in an area with such a deep player and coach talent,” added Prosser.

“We are delighted to announce the strategic move facilitated by the collaboration with Surf Soccer. With a shared vision of excellence in soccer development, NIFC will seamlessly evolve into Niagara Surf, offering the Best of the Best for young athletes in the Niagara, Hamilton, and Western New York (WNY) regions. Through this partnership, Niagara Surf is poised to enhance the local soccer landscape by providing exceptional opportunities for players to flourish. With a strong track record of helping numerous players secure scholarships and fostering unique soccer experiences, the alliance between Niagara Surf and Surf Soccer promises to be a game-changer, paving the way for a new generation of exceptional talent to emerge and shine on the regional and national stage.” Says Andre Pacheco, Club President.

Niagara Surf will continue to provide the best player development experience, pathway, and opportunities in the community. Being part of the Surf Nation network, players and families will have access to additional support on and off the field to ensure we remain the number one soccer destination.

The top players from Niagara Surf will have direct access to Surf Select, an unprecedented identification program built through Surf Nation. This program allows selected players to compete in the best international and domestic events, picking from a player pool that expands from Puerto Rico, Rhode Island to Hawaii and Canada.

For more information and tryout information, visit https://www.niagarasurfsoccer.com/

About Surf:

For over 46 years, Surf has been one of the founding organizations in youth soccer. With over $12 Million in charitable donations, 25 national championships, and countless professional, collegiate, and youth national team players, we are forever striving to be the “Best of the Best.”

Niagara Surf joins our 53 Surf National Affiliates to comprise what we’re proud to call Surf Nation.

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Central Coast Surf Joins The Surf Family

Central Coast Surf Joins the Surf Soccer Family

Launching immediately, Central Coast Condors and Coastal Valley Soccer Club join forces to create Central Coast Surf!

San Diego, CA., June 27, 2023—  Surf Cup Sports (San Diego, CA) is proud to announce the launch of our newest partner club, Central Coast Surf. In the world of youth sports, the Surf brand is renowned for professionalism, elite event management, high-quality coaching, and, most importantly, a deep commitment to player development, resulting in hundreds of All-American athletes and thousands of scholarships. Our mission is to create experiences and opportunities for kids, and we’re excited to announce our next step toward achieving this goal in the Central Coast area.

Effective immediately, two of the oldest clubs, the Central Coast Condors and Coastal Valley Soccer Club (CVSC) are merging to create the newly formed Central Coast Surf. These two clubs, with a rich tradition on the central coast, will join the Surf brand to bring together their existing player pool, coaching staff, and resources to create improved experiences, a new player development pathway, and further opportunities for all players in the area.

The Surf Nation community has a proven track record of developing players and seeing them move through the player pathway into the U.S. National Team Program as well as into the professional and collegiate ranks. Led by the most experienced and passionate staff, Central Coast Surf will provide high-quality programming and a complete pathway for elite players within the region.

“We strive to make Surf Nation stronger in talent every single day,” says Andy Prosser, Surf Nation Director. “As our Surf Nation Program continues to expand, it’s important that we partner with like-minded coaches and administrators dedicated to our mission to provide the best experiences and opportunities for their athletes. It was refreshing to see that the leadership of both Central Coast Condors and Coastal Valley Soccer Club continue to put the players at the forefront of every decision made and was the driving force behind both groups merging into Surf Nation for the region’s greater good.”

“The Central Coast Condors are very excited to collaborate with Coastal Valley Soccer Club on this merger with Surf Nation to create the newly formed Central Coast Surf Soccer Club. This strategic partnership allows us to utilize Surf’s numerous resources while maintaining the grassroots autonomy that kept these two non-profit clubs so successful over the years. The local club soccer community has become overly fragmented and cost prohibitive for many aspiring youth soccer players in the area. We strongly believe that our alignment with Surf will open up numerous opportunities for players of all abilities and income levels that didn’t previously exist,” said  Jay Jezierski, VP of Central Coast Condors.

Coastal Valley Soccer Club (CVSC) and the Central Coast Condors F.C. have combined their resources to partner and form an exclusive affiliation with the renowned Surf Soccer Club. This partnership will now be Central Coast Surf and will launch with 50 boys and girls teams of all ages, enabling youth soccer to grow like never before on the Central Coast. For now, nothing has changed for the current CVSC and Condors teams, coaches, and families, but we are excited about all the new opportunities this partnership will bring to the youth of the Central Coast. But to quote the late, great Joe Strummer: “The future is unwritten.” And we – all of us – will be the authors of that future. Bill Reynolds, President, Coastal Valley Soccer Club

Central Coast Surf will continue to provide the best player development experience, pathway, and opportunities in the community. Being part of the Surf Nation network, players and families will have access to additional support on and off the field to ensure we remain the number one soccer destination.

The top players from Central Coast Surf will have direct access to Surf Select, an unprecedented identification program built through Surf Nation. This program allows selected players to compete in the best international and domestic events, picking from a player pool that expands from Puerto Rico, Rhode Island to Hawaii and Canada.

Please stay tuned for the launch of the new Central Coast Surf website. For any additional information regarding Surf, please visit https://surfsoccernation.com.

About Surf:

For over 46 years, Surf has been one of the founding organizations in youth soccer. With over $12 Million in charitable donations, 17 national championships, and countless professional, collegiate, and youth national team players, we are forever striving to be the “Best of the Best.”

Central Coast Surf joins our 52 Surf National Affiliates to comprise what we’re proud to call Surf Nation.

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Northland KC Surf Joins The Surf Family

Northland KC Surf Joins the Surf Soccer Family

Launching immediately, KC Islanders will transition to become Northland KC Surf and join the Surf Nation Community.

San Diego, CA., June 12, 2023—  Surf Cup Sports (San Diego, CA) is proud to announce the launch of our newest partner club, Northland KC Surf. In the world of youth sports, the Surf brand is renowned for professionalism, elite event management, high-quality coaching, and, most importantly, a deep commitment to player development, resulting in hundreds of All-American athletes and thousands of scholarships. Our mission is to create experiences and opportunities for kids, and we’re excited to announce our next step toward achieving this goal in Kansas City.

Effective immediately, KC Islanders will transition to the newly formed Northland KC Surf Soccer Club. Based in North Kansas City, MO, Northland KC Surf will join the Surf brand to build a regional powerhouse in conjunction with Kansas City Surf that will create improved experiences, shared resources, and opportunities for all players in the area.

The Surf Nation community has a proven track record of developing players and seeing them move through the player pathway into the US National Team Program as well as into the professional and collegiate ranks. Led by the most experienced, knowledgeable, and passionate soccer minds in the state, Manhattan Kansas Surf will provide high-quality programming and a complete pathway for elite players in the Manhattan/Flint area and beyond.

“We strive to make Surf Nation stronger in talent every single day,” says Andy Prosser, Surf Nation Director. “As our Surf Nation Program continues to expand, it’s great to see our current Kansas City Surf Club partner with like-minded coaches and administrators that are dedicated to our mission to provide the best experiences and opportunities for their athletes. We are delighted to continue expanding the Surf brand into an area with such a deep player and coach talent.”

“We are excited to have Northland KC Surf become part of the Kansas City regional network of clubs and part of Surf Nation. This is just the beginning of growth in the region, and we are happy Andre, Staff, and club members are a part of it,” said Rob Million, President of Kansas City Surf.

“Ever since I founded KC Islanders in 2019, our mission has been to motivate, develop, and inspire young athletes to be the best version of themselves both on and off the field. It is our commitment to creating a positive, safe, and fun learning environment so that our players can reach their utmost potential by facilitating their physical and mental growth through soccer,” says Andre Braithwaite, Northland KC Surf owner Northland KC Surf with the support of the Kansas City Surf leadership team, will continue to provide the best player development experience, pathway, and opportunities in the community. Being part of the Surf Nation network, Northland KC Surf players and families will have access to additional support on and off the field to ensure we remain the number one soccer destination.

Northland KC Surf will continue to provide the best player development experience, pathway, and opportunities in the community. Being part of the Surf Nation network, players and families will have access to additional support on and off the field to ensure we remain the number one soccer destination.

The top players from Northland KC Surf will have direct access to Surf Select, an unprecedented identification program built through Surf Nation. This program allows selected players to compete in the best international and domestic events, picking from a player pool that expands from Puerto Rico, Rhode Island to Hawaii and Canada.

For more information and tryout information, visit https://northlandkcsurf.com/

About Surf:

For over 46 years, Surf has been one of the founding organizations in youth soccer. With over $12 Million in charitable donations, 17 national championships, and countless professional, collegiate, and youth national team players, we are forever striving to be the “Best of the Best.”

Northland KC Surf joins our 50 Surf National Affiliates to comprise what we’re proud to call Surf Nation.

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Desert Empire Surf Joins The Surf Family

Desert Empire Surf Joins the Surf Family

Launching immediately, Palm Desert Soccer Club will transition to become Desert Empire Surf and join the Surf Nation Community.

San Diego, CA., June 6, 2023—  Surf Cup Sports (San Diego, CA) is proud to announce the launch of our newest partner club, Desert Empire Surf, in a strategic partnership with Empire Surf. In the world of youth sports, the Surf brand is renowned for professionalism, elite event management, high-quality coaching, and, most importantly, a deep commitment to player development, resulting in hundreds of All-American athletes and thousands of scholarships. Our mission is to create experiences and opportunities for kids, and we’re excited to announce our next step toward achieving this goal in the Palm Desert area and beyond.

Effective immediately, Palm Desert Soccer Club will transition to the newly formed Desert Empire Surf. Based in Palm Desert, CA, Desert Empire Surf will join the Surf brand to build a regional powerhouse in conjunction with Empire Surf that will create improved experiences ability to share resources and opportunities for all players in the area.

The Surf Nation community has a proven track record of developing players and seeing them move through the player pathway into the US National Team Program as well as into the professional and collegiate ranks. Led by the most experienced, knowledgeable, and passionate soccer minds in the state, Desert Empire Surf will provide high-quality programming and a complete pathway for elite players in the Palm Desert area and beyond.

“We strive to make Surf Nation stronger in talent every single day,” says Andy Prosser, Surf Nation Director. “As our Surf Nation Program continues to expand, it’s great to see our current Empire Surf Club partner with like-minded coaches and administrators that are dedicated to our mission to provide the best experiences and opportunities for their athletes. We are delighted to move into an area with such a deep player and coach talent.”

“Empire Surf Soccer Club is excited to announce our strategic partnership with Palm Desert Soccer Club, now Desert Empire Surf,” says Mark Connelly, Empire Surf Regional Director. “The Desert Communities have a proud, longstanding reputation of producing great teams and players, and this partnership will provide more resources for the Players, Coaches, and communities. In addition, the top-level teams and players in the Desert Community will have access to Elite Programming like Elite 64 National League, NPL, Surf Select Regional and National Teams, and the SoCal league to complement their already robust offering.”

“Palm Desert Soccer Club is excited to grow and continue to provide improved opportunities for our community. This mutually beneficial relationship between PDSC and Empire Surf brings much-needed support for our Desert players and coaches. Player pathways to the next level, team pathways to higher-level leagues, and tools and resources to improve coaching education are just a few of the highlights we look forward to. I’m eager to continue my education as a club leader and explore ideas that we will gain from new peers and mentors. Our journey as Desert Empire Surf begins now,” said Jimmy Jordan, Desert Empire Surf Executive Director,

With the support of the Empire Surf leadership team, Desert Empire Surf will continue to provide the best player development experience, pathway, and opportunities in the community. Being part of the Surf Nation network, Desert Empire Surf players and families will have access to additional support on and off the field to ensure we remain the number one soccer destination.

The top players from Desert Empire will have direct access to Surf Regional & National Select, an unprecedented identification program built through Surf Nation. This program allows selected

players to compete in the best international and domestic events, picking from a player pool that expands from Puerto Rico and Rhode Island to Hawaii and Canada.

For more information, visit https://palmdesertsoccer.com/

About Surf:

For over 46 years, Surf has been one of the founding organizations in youth soccer. With over $12 Million in charitable donations, 17 national championships, and countless professional, collegiate, and youth national team players, we are forever striving to be the “Best of the Best.”

Desert Empire Surf joins our 50 Surf National Affiliates to comprise what we’re proud to call Surf Nation.