MLS NEXT provides the best player development experience in North America. Founded on a collaborative approach to governance and a commitment to innovation, MLS NEXT players have access to the highest levels of competition and to training to prepare them for their futures, both in soccer and in life.

The NEXT Generation

Current membership includes 133 clubs, 590 teams, 11,000+ players across the U.S. and Canada and features over 90% of the current youth national team player pools.

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Talented players selected by our Technical Committee will be offered an opportunity to train full-time while living in the Nomads residence.   Players  complete their high school education through our Independent Study Program.  Players train up to 8 sessions per week plus games.