What ages and program levels does Sozo FC offer?Sozo FC combines Sozo Academy recreational soccer for kindergarten through seventh grade—with Micro Academy for ages three through five—and competitive premier teams for boys and girls from about Under-8 through Under-19. Premier sides play in RCL, WPL, or MLS NEXT with paid coaches and heavier travel than academy programming. The club serves roughly 350 players across central Washington.

Where does Sozo FC train and hold tryouts?Practices and spring tryouts take place at Sozo Sports Complex, 2200 South 36th Avenue, Yakima, Washington 98903. Individual team coaches confirm which field their roster uses during the week. RCL and other league away games can reach clubs across the Puget Sound region, eastern Washington, and the Vancouver area depending on division placement released after tryouts.

When are tryouts and what do they cost?Boys and girls Under-8 through Under-18 try out in the spring at Sozo Sports Complex, with specific dates tied to birth-year bands—for example, many younger groups try out May 11–12 while older boys bands spread across May 6–28 in the 2026 cycle. Pre-registration is $20 and may increase to $30 on tryout day; that amount applies toward registration if the player joins a team. Supplemental tryout registration remains open for some older age groups after the main windows.

What does a year of club soccer cost at Sozo FC?Annual player fees are $1,250 for WPL and RCL teams and $1,350 for MLS NEXT, plus a $250 registration fee due by June 30 for travel. Club dues cover practices, fields, games, referees, league fees, and related operating costs, with payment-in-full discounts or monthly plans around $105–$137.50. Teams also collect monthly coaching fees of about $40–$55 for ten months and a uniform kit near $300 plus tax and shipping on a two-year rotation.

How is club soccer different from Sozo Academy?Sozo Academy is recreational programming for younger players learning fundamentals through fun activities, including Micro Academy for ages three through five and league-style academy play through seventh grade. Club teams require tryouts, paid professional coaches, two to three weekly trainings, and travel to RCL, WPL, or MLS NEXT competition—making them the competitive pathway for families ready for select soccer commitments and higher fees.

How can families contact Sozo FC or register?Reach the club at +1 509-452-7696 or info@sozosports.net for program, tryout, or scholarship questions. Tryout sign-up and roster registration run through PlayMetrics once a player is invited to a premier team. Need-based aid up to $400 is available for qualifying families who ask about the scholarship process.