Lamorinda Soccer Club

What Lamorinda Soccer Club does

Lamorinda Soccer Club (LMSC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit youth soccer organization founded in 1976 and headquartered in Moraga, California, serving the Lamorinda region (Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda) of the San Francisco Bay Area. The club operates a multi-tiered development pathway covering boys and girls from U5 through U19, spanning grassroots recreational, competitive travel, Pre-Academy, and elite Academy programs. Boys compete in the MLS NEXT platform — the leading U.S. youth development league with 133 clubs, 590 teams, and 11,000+ players — through both Homegrown and Academy tiers, while girls compete in the Girls Academy platform, including the Champions League division and newly joined GA ASPIRE NorCal Conference. In March 2026, LMSC's U14 Girls Academy won the Champions Cup national title in Bradenton, Florida, and five of six GA teams qualified for the 2026 GA National Playoffs and Finals in Richmond, Virginia. The club reports 100% collegiate placement for graduating competitive-pathway girls and a 100+ alumni network that includes NWSL professionals (Natalie Means, Megan Reid), Canadian National Team players, and MLS technical directors.

LMSC generates revenue primarily through recurring membership and program fees across its competitive tiers (Grassroots/Recreational, Competitive, Pre-Academy, Academy), supplemented by tax-deductible donations (501(c)(3), Tax ID 31-1600263), corporate sponsorships, and merchandise sales through the Lamo Shop. Its go-to-market is community-led, leveraging open tryouts and training sessions held January–February at Wilder Fields in Orinda, with recruitment driven by local reputation, alumni success stories, and word-of-mouth within the Bay Area youth soccer community. Technology is minimal and outsourced: the club runs on BYGA's website and member management platform (lamorindasc.byga.net) for registrations, team scheduling, and communications, supplemented by a LaMO TV video content platform. The organization is governed by a volunteer board (President Marie Yu, Director of Coaching Mohamed Mohamed, and others), with no parent company, no funding rounds, and no disclosed financial statements — consistent with a stable, community-embedded non-profit rather than a venture-scale enterprise.

Name

Lamorinda Soccer Club

Legal name

Lamorinda Soccer Club

Website

https://lamorindasc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lamorinda Soccer Club is a 501(c)(3) non-profit youth soccer organization founded in 1976 in California's Lamorinda region, providing multi-tier development pathways from U5 to U19 across MLS NEXT and Girls Academy platforms for Bay Area families.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Soccer Development Services

NAICS

Sports Teams and Clubs (711211), Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Youth & Scholastic Sports Organizations (K–12, AAU, Club Leagues) (MPAKACAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Local Amateur Clubs & Community Sports Organizations (MPAKACAE), Club Sports Programs (EDALAIAB)

Keywords

• Youth soccer training
• Soccer academy programs
• Player development pathways
• Competitive soccer leagues
• Recreational soccer programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Moraga

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership/Program Fees: Revenue is generated through fees for participation in youth soccer programs across various tiers (Grassroots/Recreational, Competitive, Pre-Academy, and Academy levels). Programs are organized by age groups (U5-U19) and gender.
2. Donations and Sponsorship: As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (TID: 31-1600263), LMSC accepts tax-deductible donations and sponsorships. The club actively seeks corporate sponsors and individual donors to support player development and club operations.
3. Merchandise Sales: The club operates a merchandise shop (Lamo Shop) for branded apparel and equipment.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Lamorinda Soccer Club delivers year-round youth soccer training and competitive playing environments for boys and girls from U5 through U19. Offerings span entry-level grassroots recreational play, competitive developmental tiers, and elite academy programs competing in MLS NEXT (boys) and Girls Academy (girls), all aimed at progressing players to collegiate, professional, and national team levels.

Product overview

Lamorinda Soccer Club is a 501(c)(3) non-profit youth soccer organization offering a multi-tiered developmental pathway across age groups U5-U19. The club operates through distinct programs: MLS NEXT Homegrown (top-tier boys academy), MLS NEXT Academy/X2 (competitive Tier 2 boys), Girls Academy (elite girls program), and Girls Academy Aspire (competitive girls, new 2026-27). Youth development spans Pre-MLS NEXT and Pre-GA programs for U9-U12, competitive programs for U9-U12 boys and girls, and grassroots recreational programs for U5-U8. The club provides Open Training & Tryouts and maintains LaMO TV media platform. Programs feed into elite academy tiers with proven track record producing college recruits and National Team players.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• MLS NEXT Homegrown Program Elite boys academy program (U13-U19) for players aspiring to collegiate, professional, or national team levels. Year-round training in MLS NEXT — the top national league with 133 clubs, 590 teams, and 11,000+ players. Includes college recruitment guidance and national event exposure.
• MLS NEXT Academy (X2) Program Competitive Tier 2 developmental program for boys (U13-U19) training 3 days/week with professional coaching. Focused on advanced technical training, tactical awareness, and physical conditioning, scheduled without conflict with high school soccer.
• Girls Academy Program Elite girls academy program (U13-U19) competing in the Girls Academy — a top US youth soccer league for elite female players. LMSC is a Champions League club offering year-round training, national event exposure, and pathways to college, professional, and national team opportunities.
• Girls Academy Aspire Competitive developmental-tier program for girls (U13-U19) positioned below the Girls Academy. Provides a high-level training and competition environment with regional league and tournament participation and a merit-based pathway for advancement to the top-tier Girls Academy.
• Pre-MLS NEXT Academy Program Elite developmental program for boys U9-U12 on track to advance to MLS NEXT Academy. Provides high-level training focused on technical skills, tactical awareness, and physical preparation with exposure to regional leagues and prestigious events.
• Pre-GA Program Elite developmental program for girls U9-U12 on track to advance to Girls Academy at U13. Provides high-level training focused on technical skills, tactical awareness, and physical preparation. For 2026-27, LMSC fields teams in the newly formed GA Pre-GA division for U11/U12.
• U9-U12 Boys Competitive Program Competitive program for boys U9-U12 focused on player development through technical training and tactical awareness. Prepares athletes for advancement to Pre-MLS NEXT Academy or continued soccer journey at the competitive level.
• U9-U12 Girls Competitive Program Competitive program for girls U9-U12 focused on technical training and tactical awareness. Positioned below the Pre-GA program and prepares athletes for advancement or continued competitive soccer.
• U5-U8 Boys Grassroots Program Introductory recreational soccer program for boys U5-U8 designed to create an enjoyable soccer experience using small-sided games that teach basic skills necessary for individual soccer development. Grassroots recreational program runs August–November.
• U5-U8 Boys Competitive Program Top competitive program for young boys U8+ focusing on mastering fundamental techniques, improving ball control, and deepening understanding of the game while maintaining a fun and supportive environment. U8 trains 2 days/week with local tournaments.
• U5-U8 Girls Grassroots Program Introductory recreational soccer program for girls U5-U8 designed to create an enjoyable soccer experience using small-sided games that teach basic skills and foster love for the game.
• U5-U8 Girls Competitive Program Competitive program for young girls U8+ focusing on individual skill development and building a solid foundation for future success through expert coaching and structured training.
• Open Training & Tryouts Open training sessions held on specific Saturdays and Sundays (January through February) at Wilder Fields in Orinda, CA. Prospective players integrate with current teams to experience LMSC's training culture. Pre-registration is required via the BYGA platform.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% of graduating girls from competitive pathway secured collegiate soccer commitments (Class of 2026)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

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App detail

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• BYGAcoreTechnology or IntegrationBYGA Inc. powers the LMSC website and member management services. The website and registration system (lamorindasc.byga.net) are powered by BYGA. BYGA collects member information and provides the platform infrastructure for team management, schedules, and communications.
• Girls Academy (GA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGirls Academy is one of the top youth soccer leagues in the US for elite female players. LMSC competes in GA Champions League (top clubs compete nationally). As of 2026-27, LMSC also joins GA ASPIRE (founding member of NorCal Conference) and GA Pre-GA division for U11/U12 teams.
• MLS NEXTcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMLS NEXT is the leading youth development platform for male soccer players in the US (133 clubs, 590 teams, 11,000+ players, 90%+ of youth national team player pools). LMSC competes in MLS NEXT with Homegrown (top tier) and Academy/X2 (developmental tier) teams for boys U13-U19.
• CalNorthminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCalNorth provides developing players local, convenient competition with pathways to State Cup, Far West Regionals, Olympic Development Programs (ODP), and National Championships through USYS.
• Women's Premier Soccer League (WPSL)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWPSL is the largest women's soccer league in the world and serves as a semi-professional league in the US. It provides a developmental and competitive platform for players aspiring to play in college, pro leagues, or internationally.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• San Diego Surf Soccer Club: One of the most decorated elite youth soccer clubs in the U.S., competing in MLS NEXT and Girls Academy. National-scale peer benchmarking the same development outcomes, alumni pipelines, and league structures as LMSC.
• Crossfire Premier Soccer Club: Redmond, Washington-based elite youth soccer club competing in MLS NEXT and Girls Academy. Comparable in scale, multi-tier structure, and the elite national-league platform that defines the upper tier of U.S. youth soccer.
• Silicon Valley Soccer Academy (SVSA): Bay Area elite youth soccer club competing in MLS NEXT and Girls Academy. Directly comparable in tier, age-group structure, and the NorCal talent competition.
• Mustang SC: Danville, California-based elite youth soccer club competing in MLS NEXT and Girls Academy. Sits in the same East Bay / NorCal competitive set as LMSC and competes for overlapping player families.
• MVLA Soccer Club: Bay Area-based (Mountain View/Los Altos) elite youth soccer club competing in MLS NEXT and Girls Academy. Directly comparable in structure, age-group offerings, and the regional competition for elite NorCal talent.
• San Jose Earthquakes PDA: San Jose-based youth soccer program affiliated with the San Jose Earthquakes MLS club, competing in MLS NEXT. Direct NorCal peer offering similar elite-tier boys academy pathways.
• Diablo FC: Walnut Creek, California-based elite youth soccer club in the immediate East Bay / Lamorinda-adjacent geography. Direct local competitor for the same suburban player families.
• De Anza Force Soccer Club: Elite youth soccer club based in Cupertino, California, competing in MLS NEXT and the same NorCal elite-tier landscape as LMSC. Direct competitor for the same Bay Area talent pool and similar age-group programs.
• Marin FC: Marin County-based elite youth soccer club competing in MLS NEXT and Girls Academy. Bay Area direct peer competing for the same regional player pool and serving a similarly affluent suburban demographic.

Others

• BYGA: SaaS platform that powers LMSC's website, registration, and member management. Adjacent ecosystem participant — comparable as a technology enabler to the youth-sports-club operating model rather than a direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/lamorindasc
• Facebookfacebook.com/LamorindaSC
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lamorinda-soccer-club

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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