What ages and program levels does South Carolina United FC offer?Recreational soccer serves children from about ages 3–18 with coed and gender-specific divisions from young 4U-style groups through high school. Junior Academy covers 8U–12U competitive development, while Select fields U13–U19 teams when numbers allow. ECNL National and Regional teams and Elite 64 Regional League sides sit at the highest travel tiers for qualified players.
Where does South Carolina United FC train or play?Recreational home complexes include Polo Road Park and Ballentine Park around Columbia. The club office is at 455 St. Andrews Road, Columbia, SC 29210. Competitive teams train at club facilities and follow league travel schedules for matches and showcases.
When is registration, and how do tryouts work?Recreational soccer uses seasonal PlayMetrics registration rather than tryout cuts; recent spring cycles showed an on-time window closing in February with late signup afterward. Junior Academy and Select placement also runs through PlayMetrics, with evaluations timed to the competitive calendar for each age group. Email Jamie McClendon at jamie@scufc.com for Junior Academy questions.
What does recreational registration cost?Spring 2026 recreational league fees were about $70 for U3–U6 coed, $85 for U7–U8, $105 for U9–U12, and $135 for U13–U19, plus roughly $30 for the 2024–2026 uniform kit for players who need the new-cycle uniform. Late registration added $35. Future seasons may adjust those figures, so confirm the active chart when you enroll.
What does a competitive season cost?Competitive tuition, team fees, and travel budgets depend on whether a player joins Junior Academy, Select, ECNL, or E64 and change each membership year. Start the correct PlayMetrics registration path for the age group and program tier you want, then review deposits, installment expectations, and travel with program staff so the numbers match the team you are pursuing.
What is the club’s mission, philosophy, or coaching approach?The club commits to a positive environment for players who show talent, commitment, and sportsmanship, with professional leadership and licensed coaching guiding teams from local play through national opportunities. Training balances high-level skills and tactics with a club culture that values both the whole team and each individual, summarized by the vision line about loving the game and supporting the player’s long-term growth.
How can families contact South Carolina United FC or register?Call +1 877-457-2832 for general club questions, visit 455 St. Andrews Road in Columbia, and use PlayMetrics to register for recreational, Junior Academy, Select, or Training Corps offerings. Recreational families can reach Tripp Miller at (803) 446-2750 or tripp@scufc.com for league operations, and Training Corps refund requests go to registration@scufc.com at least seven days before a camp starts when a refund is needed.