Girls Pathway
One development philosophy. Many competitive destinations.
The Pathway
Six Connected Stages
From the first touch to the next level — every stage builds on the last.
- 01
Foundation
Academy
U5 – U8
A joyful first touch. Fundamentals, movement, and a love for the ball.
- 02
Development
SoCal
U8 – U12
Building technical foundations and game understanding in competitive play.
- 03
Elite
DPL
U12 – U14
The Development Player League — elite regional competition and exposure.
- 04
Advanced
GA Aspire
U14 – U16
Girls Academy Aspire tier — national-level platform for rising talent.
- 05
Highest
GA
U16 – U19
Girls Academy — the highest level of girls' youth soccer in the nation.
- 06
Next Level
USL / College / Pro
Graduating
Additional next-level opportunities for the graduating player.
College Pathway · U16 – U19
Student First. Player Second.
A structured college pathway that keeps academics at the center of every recruiting decision.
Academic Preparation
Eligibility guidance and a GPA roadmap aligned to NCAA and NAIA standards.
School Identification
Finding the right academic and athletic fit across target colleges.
Recruiting Education
Understanding the NCAA, NAIA and junior-college recruiting rules and timelines.
Highlight Video
Professional highlight video production to showcase a player's best moments.
Coach Communication
Templates and coaching on how to reach out to college coaches.
Showcase & Camp Planning
Strategic planning of showcases, ID camps and recruiting events.
Recruiting Timeline
Year-by-year milestones from freshman year through commitment.
Commitment Support
Guidance through the commitment, signing and transition process.
Ready to Join the Girls Pathway?
Register for an evaluation and find your place in the West Coast girls pathway.
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