MLS NEXT
MLS NEXT ACADEMY | League Info 2025-2026
City SC Utah is proud to offer an elite pathway through our MLS NEXT Academy, designed for players who are ready to train, compete, and grow in a high-performance environment. MLS NEXT is recognized as one of the highest levels of youth soccer in North America, bringing together top clubs and top talent in a platform focused on long-term player development, meaningful competition, and preparation for the next level.
- High-level competition against top academies across the region and country
- League season running from September through February
- Showcase events in December for top-level exposure (MLS NEXT FEST)
- Qualifiers in March with opportunities to advance
- MLS NEXT CUP – National-level competition against the best academies in the country.
- Player-centered development plans focused on technical, tactical, physical, and mental growth
- College and professional exposure through league play, showcases, and talent identification events
DIVISION – DESERT
MLS NEXT ACADEMY – City SC Utah is part of the Desert Division. Runs from Sep- Feb.
- Barca Residency Academy (Arizona)
- FC Tucson (Arizona)
- Monarchs AZ (Arizona)
- Phoenix Premier (Arizona)
- Phoenix Rising (Arizona)
- RSL Arizona (Arizona)
- RSL Arizona Mesa (Arizona)
- SC Del Sol (Arizona)
- Las Vegas Sports Academy (Nevada)
- Downtown Las Vegas (Nevada)
- Albion Las Vegas (Nevada)
- Players Soccer Club (Nevada)
- City SC Utah (Utah)
- Sparta United (Utah)
- Wasatch Soccer Club (Utah)
- Celtic (Utah)
EVENTS
MLS NEXT FEST- December 4-15, 2026 Arizona (More Info)
MLS NEXT CUP QUALIFIERS- Scottsdale, April 3-6, 2026
MLS NEXT CUP – May 23-31 SLC, Utah
Coaching Staff
MLS NEXT ACADEMY COACHING STAFF 2025-2026
| Age Group | Head Coach | Phone # | |
|---|---|---|---|
| U13 Boys | 2013 | Sebastian Casallo | scasallo@cityscutah.com | 801-891-6321 |
| U14 Boys | 2012 | Jeromy Walk | jwalk@cityscutah.com | 801-244-6757 |
| U15 Boys | 2011 | Sebastian Casallo | scasallo@cityscutah.com | 801-891-6321 |
| U16 Boys | 2010 | Sebastian Casallo | scasallo@cityscutah.com | 801-891-6321 |
| U17 Boys | 2009 | Patrick Rennie | prennie@cityscutah.com | 801-688-6537 |
| U18/19 Boys | 2008/07 | Josh Pittman | jpittman@cityscutah.com | 801-688-6537 |
MLS NEXT Director – Patrick Rennie
Tryouts
MLS NEXT ACADEMY TRYOUTS
- Even though tryouts are now completed we still may have openings on teams. For team availability or any other questions, please contact year group Head of Player Development (HOPD) for more information &/or fill out the interest sheet below:
Contact: Patrick Rennie
Email: prennie@cityscutah.com
Coordinator: Amanda Tuckett
Email:amandat@cityscutah.com
Fees
2025/2026 MLS NEXT II FEES
| U13-U19 | MLS Next | |
|---|---|---|
| Coach fee | $1,500 | |
| DOC/TD fee | $400 | |
| Utah State/City SC Member | $43 | $149 if they play any UYSA league games |
| Club or League Fee | $44 | |
| Team Fees | $181 | |
| Player/Coach/TM Reg | $64 | |
| Referee Fees | TBD | |
| Registrar/Administrative | $135 | |
| Psych/soccer resilience | $25 | |
| Indoor Facility fee | $450 | |
| Equipment/Fields/Cameras | $400 | |
| Financial Assistance | $125 | |
| Club Service Time 5.0 hours | opt out fee $100 | |
| Uniform | $250 | |
| Total | $3,617 |
MLS Next Info