What ages and levels does Villarreal Houston Academy serve?The academy runs recreational MLS GO programming from about ages 4–13, developmental Future Stars for 4–5, junior academy and YDSL groups for roughly 4–9, select teams around 9U–11U, and competitive boys and girls squads from about 12U through 19U. Most competitive tracks require tryouts and an invitation before a roster spot opens.
About
Villarreal Houston Academy is the official partner academy of Villarreal CF in the Houston area, bringing La Liga club methodology to select and competitive boys and girls programs starting as young as age four. Families in Humble, Atascocita, Kingwood, Porter, and expanding Cypress and Tomball corridors train under the Yellow Submarine curriculum with qualified coaches in age-appropriate sessions built around intelligence, skill, and character.
Programs and age groups
Programming spans recreational pathways, junior academy squads, and competitive teams. MLS GO recreational soccer for ages 4–13 runs at Fall Creek Sports Complex. The Future Stars developmental track serves ages 4–5 at United City Church. Junior academy and YDSL-based groups focus on technical and tactical work for roughly ages 4–9 (birth years around 2018–2021), with twice-weekly evening training and weekend league play. Select junior academy teams (about 9U–11U, birth years 2015–2017) and older competitive boys and girls teams (roughly 12U through 19U, birth years 2008–2014) train for HYSA, Timberline, YDSL, and South Texas Youth Soccer league schedules. Most competitive placements require tryouts and an invitation before registration.
Tryouts and seasonal structure
For 2026/27 the club is expanding across Porter/Kingwood/New Caney, Humble/Atascocita, and Cypress/Tomball to form combined high-level rosters. Spring 2026 tryouts include Cypress sessions at Mavericks Sportsplex in May and Porter-area girls and boys sessions at Villarreal Turf Fields in early June, with staggered times by birth year. Every athlete must submit a tryout request form before attending; staff follow up with session details. Roster spots are limited and filled through evaluation.
Fees and registration pathways
Published program pricing varies by track. The spring 2026 Prep Academy for birth years 2014–2018 is a four-week introduction at Villarreal Turf Fields in Porter for $99 and includes an official Villarreal jersey. Ten-week spring academy blocks for younger YDSL groups list $695–$700 per season segment, with optional installment plans (a small processing fee applies per installment). Annual commitments typically pair fall and spring seasons; example yearly totals near $1,400 for some YDSL pathways and $1,795 for select and competitive 10-week cycles at $897.50 per season. Uniform kits are separate (often starting around $325), and many competitive rosters add a $125 team equipment fee at signing. Programs are on-site with parent presence—no drop-off. Prep Academy registration opens ahead of May tryouts to help players sample methodology before evaluations.
Training locations
Primary outdoor work happens at Fall Creek Sports Complex (9810 Wyatt Shores Drive, Humble), United City Church fields in north Humble/Atascocita, Villarreal Turf Fields in Porter (20086 Old Sorters Road), and—new for 2026—Cypress/Tomball sessions. JC Sports Houston in Humble serves as headquarters for indoor technical training, Coerver partnerships, girls-only indoor blocks, video analysis, and performance work. Administrative contact is based at 9810 Wyatt Shores Drive, Humble, TX 77396.
Development philosophy
The club mission centers on a structured environment where local talent can compete at full potential through respectful, age-appropriate coaching. Core values emphasize player development with integrity and personal responsibility, coaches who communicate positively on and off the field, and sessions that stay challenging while keeping love for the game central. Partnership with Villarreal CF also opens pathways for athletes to experience training in Spain alongside elite academy environments when families pursue international opportunities.
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Frequently asked questions
Where does training take place near Humble?Outdoor sessions use Fall Creek Sports Complex on Wyatt Shores Drive in Humble, United City Church fields in the Humble/Atascocita area, and Porter turf fields on Old Sorters Road. JC Sports Houston on Page Forest Drive provides indoor technical, Coerver, and performance work. Cypress/Tomball tryouts and teams use Mavericks Sportsplex for expanding 2026 programming.
When are 2026 tryouts and how do families register?Spring 2026 tryouts include May sessions in Cypress for boys 13U–16U and early June girls and boys blocks at Villarreal Turf Fields in Porter by birth year. Every player must complete the tryout request form before attending; coaches confirm timing after submission. Spots are limited and assigned through on-field evaluation.
What do programs cost?Fees depend on the track. The four-week Prep Academy for 2014–2018 birth years is $99 and includes a Villarreal jersey. Ten-week spring academy segments for younger YDSL groups list $695–$700, while select and competitive 10-week seasons are $897.50 each with typical yearly totals near $1,795 when fall and spring are combined. Kits are extra (often from about $325), many teams charge a $125 equipment fee at signing, and installment plans add a small fee per payment.
How is Villarreal Houston connected to Villarreal CF?Villarreal Houston Academy is the official partner academy of Villarreal CF, applying Yellow Submarine methodology, professional coaching standards, and culture from the Spanish La Liga club. The international partnership also creates opportunities for athletes to train in Spain with Villarreal academy environments when families pursue that pathway.
How can families contact the club?Call 281-962-4920 or visit the Humble headquarters at 9810 Wyatt Shores Drive. Use the tryout request form for evaluations, GotSport for roster administration when assigned to a team, and the Cypress/Tomball line at 832-783-9485 for west-side questions.
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