Madison 56ers Soccer Club

What Madison 56ers Soccer Club does

Madison 56ers Soccer Club is a Wisconsin-based non-profit youth soccer organization founded in 1956 and incorporated in its current form in 1985, headquartered in Oregon, WI. The club delivers competitive soccer programming for players aged U8 through U19 across boys and girls pathways, operating two principal elite platforms — Girls Academy (Tier 1 and Aspire Tier 2) for girls and USYS National Leagues for boys — supplemented by state and regional league play (WYSA Prem I/II, MAYSA, Midwest Conference). Programming includes a structured player development curriculum covering physical, technical, psychological, and social dimensions, plus goalkeeper-specific training, an Alliance Development Program (ADP) for U8-U10 entrants, summer camps, and three hosted tournaments (Fall Invitational, Spring Cup, Futsal).

The club monetizes primarily through annual player registration fees ranging from $1,850 to $2,550 plus a $275 uniform kit, layered with revenue from hosted tournaments, summer camps ($150-$175), corporate sponsorships (seven named partners), and an annual Golf Jamboree fundraiser supporting the scholarship fund. Distribution is community-led: seasonal June tryouts, PlayMetrics online registration, league affiliations, and word-of-mouth across the Wisconsin soccer community.

Operations are anchored at two facilities: an office and indoor training facility at 155 Braun Road, Oregon, WI, and Reddan Soccer Park in Verona, WI — a 60-acre complex with natural grass and lit turf fields. Technology infrastructure is outsourced to third-party SaaS platforms, including TeamSnap for website/league management, PlayMetrics for registration and tryouts, and GotSport for tournament scheduling. The organization is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors of up to 15 members elected by club membership, with USSF-certified coaching staff led by an Interim Director of Coaching.

Name

Madison 56ers Soccer Club

Legal name

Madison 56ers Soccer Club

Website

https://madison56ers.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1956

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Madison 56ers Soccer Club is a non-profit youth soccer organization serving U8-U19 players in Wisconsin with competitive leagues, Girls Academy pathways, hosted tournaments, camps, and player development programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Soccer Club Services

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (71394), Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162), Sports Teams and Clubs (711211)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

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), Single-Sport Skill Academies (Soccer, Basketball, Tennis, etc.) (MPAKAJAB), Youth & Amateur Sports Tournaments (MPAGAMAF)

Keywords

• Youth soccer club
• Soccer training programs
• Competitive soccer leagues
• Soccer coaching services
• Youth sports programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Oregon

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Club Registration Fees: Annual membership/registration fees ranging from $1,850 to $2,550 per player depending on age group and team level, plus uniform kit costs of $275. Non-refundable deposit of $650 due at offer acceptance with remaining fees paid in three monthly installments.
2. Summer Camps: Revenue from hosting summer camps including Elite Finishing & Goalkeeping ($150), Pre-Season Sessions ($175), and Future Star programs ($150). Open to players from all clubs.
3. Tournament Hosting: Annual tournaments including Fall Invitational (September, 36th edition), Spring Cup at Wisconsin Dells, and indoor Futsal Tournament generating entry fees ($300-$350 per team).
4. Golf Jamboree Fundraising: Annual charity golf event ($130/golfer) supporting the Madison 56ers Scholarship Fund, with hole sponsorships and raffle donations.
5. Corporate Sponsorships: Sponsors provide financial support in exchange for brand visibility; includes scholarship fund sponsorship. Sponsors include Orthopedic & Spine Centers of Wisconsin, DICK'S Sporting Goods, Findorff, Baldwin Family Real Estate Group, Olson Eye Care, LeanChain, and TDS.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Madison 56ers Soccer Club delivers youth soccer training, coaching, and competitive team play for ages U8 through U19 in Oregon, Wisconsin, with operations extending to Verona. Its programs span recreational and elite tiers, including the Girls Academy Tier 1 and Aspire Tier 2 elite development pathways, alongside camps and tournament offerings. Affiliation with USYS National Leagues enables league-based competition for member players.

Product overview

Madison 56ers Soccer Club is a premier youth soccer organization offering a multi-tiered competitive program spanning developmental (U8-U10) through elite levels (U19). The club operates two primary competitive pathways: the Girls Academy program (Tier 1 and Tier 2 Aspire) for girls and USYS National Leagues for boys, complemented by state/regional league play (MWC, WYSA, MAYSA) for additional team levels. The portfolio includes core player development curriculum, seasonal summer camps (Elite Finishing & Goalkeeping, Pre-Season Sessions, Future Star), the Alliance Development Program (ADP) for young players, and signature tournaments (Fall Invitational, Spring Cup, Futsal). All programs are delivered by USSF-certified coaching staff at the club's dedicated indoor facility in Oregon and Reddan Soccer Park in Verona.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Youth Soccer Programs (U8-U19) Year-round team-based soccer training and match play for youth ages U8 through U19, organized by age group and competitive level for families in the Oregon/Verona, Wisconsin area.
• Girls Academy Tier 1 Top-tier elite girls soccer development and competition pathway for advanced female players seeking high-level league play.
• Aspire Tier 2 Second-tier elite girls soccer development program bridging developmental and Girls Academy Tier 1 play.
• USYS National Leagues Participation Competitive league play pathway through affiliation with USYS National Leagues, enabling member teams to compete nationally.
• Soccer Camps Seasonal soccer training camps offering concentrated skill development for youth players.
• Soccer Tournaments Tournament-based soccer competition hosted and/or entered by the club for member teams.

Quantifiable outcome

• Multiple players competing at collegiate, professional, and National Team programs
• +3 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Girls AcademycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMadison 56ers accepted into Girls Academy as Tier 1 platform for girls first teams U13-19, and Aspire Tier 2 for second teams. The club is the only organization outside the Milwaukee area to offer the full Girls Academy development pathway. GA provides national competition, college recruiting visibility (400+ college coaches at events), and National Team scouting opportunities.
• US Youth SoccercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliation with US Youth Soccer, the largest youth sports organization in the country. Teams play in local, state, regional, and national leagues depending on age and team level.
• WYSA (Wisconsin Youth Soccer Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState-level affiliation for league play and developmental programs. WYSA Prem I and Prem II leagues for advanced teams.
• MAYSA (Madison Area Youth Soccer Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal league affiliation for developmental and recreational-level teams in the Madison area.
• MWC (Midwest Conference)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional conference for select second teams U15-U19 girls in the Midwest region.
• Orthopedic & Spine Centers of WisconsinminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHealthcare sponsor providing orthopedic and sports medicine support. Board-certified, fellowship-trained physicians specializing in sports medicine, joint replacement, and pediatric orthopedic care. Sponsors club programs and scholarship fund.
• DICK'S Sporting GoodsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNational sporting goods retailer sponsor. Provides 20% discount event weekends and supports club operations through community giving programs.
• FindorffminorGTM or Marketing PartnerConstruction and development company sponsoring club. Industry leader in constructing facilities where communities work, live, and play.
• Baldwin Family Real Estate GroupminorGTM or Marketing PartnerReal estate firm dedicated to giving back to the soccer community with goal to make meaningful contributions to South Central Wisconsin soccer organizations.
• Olson Eye CareminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEye care provider offering compassionate care using advanced technology in a relaxed atmosphere.
• LeanChainminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSupply chain and operations consulting firm focused on end-to-end supply chain, change management, and operations excellence solutions for small and midsize firms in Wisconsin and the Midwest.
• TDS (Telecommunications Data Systems)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerTechnology company sponsoring the Madison 56ers Scholarship Fund through First Business Bank partnership.
• Reddan Soccer ParkcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner60-acre soccer complex in Verona named after Bill Reddan, founding member. Club has privileged access to exceptional natural grass fields and turf field with lights. Home to outdoor trainings, home games, and fall tournament. One of the best soccer complexes in the Midwest.
• Woodside Sports ComplexminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVenue partner for Spring Cup tournament held at Wisconsin Dells location. All turf fields for competitive play.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• IMG Academy: National-scale sports academy with a high-profile soccer boarding and training program. Comparable in offering intensive year-round skill development, college recruiting exposure, and tournament hosting, though at a much larger and more residential scale.
• Sporting Kansas City Academy: MLS professional academy with MLS NEXT youth development programming across the Midwest. Comparable elite-pathway offering for top youth players, though broader and tied to an MLS club rather than an independent community club.
• Chicago Fire FC Academy: MLS academy running a full youth development pyramid (MLS NEXT) in the greater Midwest. Comparable in producing collegiate, professional, and National Team alumni, and competes for the same top-end players the 56ers target.

Others

• TeamSnap: League and club management platform that powers Madison 56ers' public website and registration experience. Not a competitor, but a key infrastructure/enabler for youth soccer club operations at the 56ers' scale.

Emerging players

• Nationals SC: Multi-region youth soccer organization with strong Midwest presence running national-level league play (Girls Academy, USYS National Leagues). Comparable competitive positioning as 56ers enters GA Tier 1 and Aspire Tier 2.

Direct peers

• Sockers FC Chicago: Chicago-area competitive youth soccer club with long-standing ECNL/GA presence and broad age-group programming. Comparable in offering competitive league play, skill academies, and tournaments for elite Midwest players.
• St. Louis Scott Gallagher Soccer Club: Midwest elite youth soccer club affiliated with a professional MLS NEXT organization; comparable in running USYS/GA/ECNL-style teams, hosting tournaments, and serving as a high-level player-development pathway in the same broader region.
• Eclipse Select Soccer Club: Elite Midwest youth soccer club operating ECNL and high-level boys/girls developmental teams. Comparable tier of programming, multi-state recruitment, and national league participation, making it a closely matched reference point on pricing and outcomes.
• FC Wisconsin: Wisconsin-based competitive youth soccer club offering developmental through elite travel teams in the same geographic market. Most direct Wisconsin competitor to Madison 56ers across age groups and league platforms (USYS National Leagues, state leagues).

Regional players

• Lou Fusz Athletic: St. Louis-based competitive youth soccer club with a broad age-group pyramid and national-league participation. Comparable in operating an NPL/USYS-style program with a Midwest footprint, though focused on the St. Louis metro rather than Wisconsin.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Madison56ersSC
• Instagraminstagram.com/madison56ers
• Xx.com/madison56erssc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/madison-56ers

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