Youth programs and competitive pathways

LASC launched its dedicated youth program in 2020 and has since grown into one of the largest youth clubs in the region. Boys and girls teams span age groups across the county, competing in nationally recognized platforms including MLS NEXT, USYS Elite 64, and the Elite Academy League. Recent youth sides have captured three national championships, reflecting the club’s ambition at the top of the competitive pyramid.

Families comparing elite options in the East San Gabriel Valley will find a club that trains and plays at multiple Los Angeles County venues rather than anchoring every team at a single neighborhood field. That county-wide footprint lets LASC place rosters where competition, travel, and training quality align with each team’s level while still serving West Covina-area players who want a pathway into MLS NEXT-caliber competition without leaving the region.

Mission, heritage, and community

The club’s mission is to transform lives through soccer and empower youth within a strong, connected organization. LASC fosters an inclusive environment that encourages community aspirations and moral values, building on seven decades of history that includes two U.S. Open Cup titles, multiple California State Cups, and Los Angeles Municipal Cup honors.

German heritage remains part of the club’s identity—founders originally organized as the L.A. Kickers in 1951—while today’s membership and first teams reflect a global roster of players and supporters. The North Hollywood clubhouse on Chandler Boulevard, open since 1974, hosts supporter gatherings, watch parties, and community events that keep generations of families connected to the club beyond match day.

Adult teams and long-term player development

Youth players who outgrow academy competition can stay inside the LASC family through pro-am adult pathways. The men’s open team (18+) competes in the California Champions League from a San Fernando Valley base, while additional men’s sides field over-30, over-40/48, and over-55 rosters in Cal South and national veteran competitions. Women’s pro-am opportunities through UWS and men’s UPSL teams extend the competitive ladder for players who want to keep performing after youth careers.

Membership, events, and how to get involved

Beyond team rosters, LASC offers community membership tiers for families who want event access, voting rights, and a social home at the clubhouse. The club hosts Thursday social nights, fundraiser gatherings, and seasonal watch parties, with private event rentals available for team celebrations or community fundraisers.

Contact

For questions about youth team placement, membership, or clubhouse events, email info@lasoccerclub.com or call (818) 763-5873. The LASC clubhouse is at 11466 Chandler Blvd., North Hollywood, CA 91601. To inquire about hosting a private event at the clubhouse, call (818) 877-6543.