Based in North Texas, the FC Dallas Youth program organizes academy squads from U13 through U19, emphasizing player development to help prospects advance to MLS clubs and sign Homegrown deals. PitchRank rates the organization as an MLS academy and ranks its squad as the #1 U14 girls team in TX. The club also stages outside competitions, including the KING TUT TOURNAMENT presented by Toyota, scheduled for August 7-9, 2026. Garrett Melcer serves as Senior Content Manager for the club, and families can send questions to feedback@fcdallas.com. Official club updates are shared via social channels including https://twitter.com/FCDallas, https://www.facebook.com/fcdallas, and https://www.instagram.com/fcdallas/.
WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE US
Why families choose this club
Proven pro pathway
The club states that academy players have earned Homegrown deals with FC Dallas, including record and youngest-ever signings.
National team recognition
Three FC Dallas Academy products earned nominations for U.S. Soccer Player of the Year awards, while alumni have also received United States youth national team call-ups for the 2026 Concacaf U-20 Championship.
Elite tournament competition
Teams participate in premier events like the 2025 MLS NEXT Cup playoffs and the mtu Cup in Germany, where academy squads face Chelsea FC and RB Leipzig as well as Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Dinamo Zagreb.
Dallas Cup dominance
Demonstrating competitive depth locally, FC Dallas Academy/Youth teams have won Dallas Cup titles in eight divisions.
PROGRAMS
Programs
The club fields boys' Academy squads and a Girls Academy pathway across age divisions including U13, U14, U15, U16, U17, and U19 that compete in MLS NEXT. Championship play centers on single-elimination playoff rounds, with rosters competing in the MLS NEXT Cup playoffs in June. During the 2025 MLS NEXT Cup playoff run in Nashville, the U15, U16, U17, and U19 teams advanced through the Round of 32 and Round of 16, with the U16 team reaching the semifinal round. Players also have access to specialized developmental training through the FC Dallas Skills Development Program and the FC Dallas Performance Training Program.
SummerAcademy teams compete in MLS NEXT Cup playoffs in June.
TUITION
Cost to play
Club fees for FC Dallas select teams typically range from $3,550 to $4,000 annually, with uniform kits adding approximately $350 to $500. The entry-level Junior Academy program costs $150 per player, while competitive teams require online registration and a down payment through Athlete One.
COACHING
Coaching
Formal evaluation process
Prospective players must submit an online inquiry form by age group, which the FC Dallas Coaching Staff reviews prior to team placement.
Boys academy leadership
The boys' competitive pathway is overseen by Vice President and Boys' Academy Director Chris Hayden and Boys' Director of Coaching Chris Ring for ages U11 through U19.
Girls program directors
Girls programming is led by Director Marisa Gonzalez alongside Girls' Academy Director Matt Grubb.
Garrett Melcer
Senior Content Manager
MLS NEXT CUP PLAYOFF RUN
MLS NEXT Cup Playoff Run
The site details FC Dallas Academy's 2025 MLS NEXT Cup playoff journey, with the U15, U16, U17, and U19 teams advancing through Round of 32 and Round of 16 matches in Nashville, with the U16 team reaching the semifinal round.
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