San Francisco Glens Soccer Club

What San Francisco Glens Soccer Club does

San Francisco Glens Soccer Club is a community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth soccer organization founded in 1961 and headquartered at 2521 Judah St in San Francisco. It operates the largest and most diverse soccer club in the city, with 90+ teams and 1,100+ youth and adult players across a continuous development pathway from Micro Soccer (ages 4-6) through MLS NEXT and a senior USL League Two team. The club runs Micro and Recreational entry programs, a multi-tier Competitive program (SFYS, NorCal Premier, NPL, MLS NEXT Tier 1 and Tier 2, Girls Academy), a dedicated four-level Goalkeeper Academy, seasonal Summer and Winter Camps, Indoor/Futsal, and a Glens2College college-preparation program.

Core intellectual property centers on human-coaching methodology rather than technology: the proprietary Maguire Method (ball manipulation training developed by Pat Maguire), a six-phase Player Path & Curriculum framework, and a structured Goalkeeper Academy curriculum. Operational technology is outsourced to third-party platforms: BYGA powers registration, GotSport and SQWAD handle tournament management, and Capelli Sport, Admiral, and Macron supply uniforms and merchandise.

The business model is a hybrid of subscription recurring player fees and donation-driven nonprofit funding. Annual competitive program fees range from $2,250 (SFYS U7-U8) to $4,200 (MLS NEXT Tier 1 U15-U19), with Micro at $350/season, Recreational at $475/season, and camps at $220-$435 per week. The club distributes over $300,000 annually in scholarships and never turns away a family for financial reasons, supplementing fee revenue with sponsorships (Carbon Health, Target, Sports Basement), donations to its 501(c)(3) entity (Tax ID #45-3022817), and fundraising programs (Dream Big Founders Bricks, Kevin Maguire Field Fund). Distribution is direct-to-consumer via the club's website and school-based team recruitment, with field access arranged through partnerships with the SF Rec & Park Department across multiple San Francisco complexes (Beach Chalet, Crocker Amazon, Polo Fields, Marina Green, Treasure Island, West Sunset, South Sunset).

Name

San Francisco Glens Soccer Club

Legal name

San Francisco Glens Soccer Club

Website

https://sfglensacademy.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1961

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

San Francisco Glens Soccer Club is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth soccer organization founded in 1961 in San Francisco, operating 90+ teams and serving 1,100+ players through a full development pathway from Micro (age 4) to MLS NEXT and USL League Two, supplemented by camps, a Goalkeeper Academy, and a college-prep program.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Soccer Development Programs

NAICS

Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162), Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940), Sports Teams and Clubs (711211), Civic and Social Organizations (813410)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Local Amateur Clubs & Community Sports Organizations (MPAKACAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth & Amateur Sports Tournaments (MPAGAMAF), Arts, Sports & Recreation-Based Youth Development Nonprofits (BPAGADAJ), Cause, Community & CSR-Linked Sports Partnerships (Foundations, Youth Programs) (MPAKALAJ)

Keywords

• Youth soccer programs
• Soccer player development
• Competitive youth soccer
• Soccer camps clinics
• College soccer pathway

Headquarters

HQ city

San Francisco

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Others, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Annual Club Fees (Competitive Programs): Annual fees charged to players participating in competitive programs, covering Fall and Spring seasons plus Winter training (~10-11 months). Fees vary by league/tier from $2,250 (SFYS) to $4,200 (MLS NEXT Tier 1 U15-U19). These fees are the primary revenue driver, supplemented by optional add-on programs.
2. Camps & Clinics Revenue: Revenue from summer camps (weekly pricing from $220-$435 per player), winter camps, premier camps, and goalkeeper-specific camps. All profit from summer camp goes to the club's scholarship fund.
3. Micro & Recreational Program Fees: Fees for Micro Program ($350/season) and Recreational Program ($475/season), which include league registration add-on fees for SF Micro Soccer League and SFYS respectively.
4. Indoor/Futsal Soccer Revenue: Revenue from SFRPD Jose Coronado Indoor Soccer League participation, with tiered pricing ($175-$600 per player) depending on coaching and practice inclusions.
5. Donations & Fundraising (501(c)(3)): As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the club accepts donations to its scholarship fund (Tax ID #45-3022817) and runs fundraising efforts including the Dream Big Founders Bricks program and Kevin Maguire Field Fund.
6. Uniform & Merchandise Sales: Revenue from uniform kit sales (new player kits for Micro and Recreational programs), fan gear, and merchandise through partnerships with Capelli Sport and Admiral. Fan gear is ordered via Capelli as the store is otherwise closed.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

San Francisco Glens Soccer Club is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides a complete youth soccer player development pathway from Micro soccer (ages 4-6) through competitive academy tiers including MLS NEXT Tier 1 and Tier 2, NPL, and Girls Academy for players up to U19. The club operates over 90 teams and serves 1,100+ youth and adult players through recreational, competitive, and goalkeeper-specific programs, supplemented by seasonal summer/winter camps and a college-preparatory Glens2College program.

Product overview

San Francisco Glens Soccer Club is a community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth soccer organization founded in 1961, offering a comprehensive player development pathway from micro soccer (ages 4-6) through competitive academy levels (up to U19). The club's portfolio includes: Micro Program and Recreational Program as entry-level offerings; Competitive Programs spanning MLS NEXT Tier 1, MLS NEXT Tier 2, NPL, and Girls Academy at various age levels; Goalkeeper Academy with specialized four-tier training; seasonal Summer and Winter Camps plus Premier Camps; MLS GO for early development; Indoor Soccer/Futsal for winter training; Glens2College for college preparation; and Player Path & Curriculum providing the overarching development framework. The club operates at various SF locations including Beach Chalet Soccer Field and partners with leagues including MLS NEXT, NorCal Premier, NPL, and Girls Academy.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Glens2College: A unique program focused on getting players exposure to higher education while arming them with resources for college recruitment and applications.
• Glens 4 Good
• Goalkeeper Academy
• Kevin Maguire Field Fund

Products and services

• Micro Program Introduction to soccer for Pre-K through 1st grade (ages 4-6), emphasizing fun, basic skill development, motor skills, and social interaction using the Maguire Method of ball manipulation. Includes one practice per week and 6 Saturday games per season at $350 per season.
• Recreational Program Soccer program for 2nd-4th graders focused on fun and learning without emphasis on travel or high-level competition, playing in the SFYS recreational league with once-weekly practice at $475 per season.
• MLS NEXT Tier 1 Top-tier competitive youth soccer program (U13-U19 boys) competing in MLS NEXT league, featuring three to four practices weekly, MLS Fest/Flex/Cup events, athletic trainers, and college recruiting tools at $3,700-$4,200 per year.
• MLS NEXT Tier 2 Second-tier competitive youth soccer program (U13-U19 boys) in MLS NEXT AD Division, with three practices weekly and regional/national event opportunities at $3,700 per year.
• NPL Program National Premier League competitive program for U12-U19 boys and girls, featuring three practices weekly and two tournament entries; pricing ranges from $3,200 (Pre-NPL U12) to $3,400 (NPL U13-U19) per year.
• Girls Academy Competitive girls soccer program (U13-U19) participating in Girls Academy league with three practices weekly and two regional/national events at $3,800 per year.
• Goalkeeper Academy Specialized goalkeeper development program with four levels (Initial, Foundation, Development, Performance) for ages 7-19, featuring weekly dedicated GK training separate from team practice. Season program $175/season for registered SF Glens players; open clinics available to non-members.
• Summer Soccer Camps Nine-week summer camp program (ages 4.5-18) at Beach Chalet Soccer Field offering full-day ($385-$435/week), half-day ($220-$250/week), and goalkeeper-specific camps. All profit from summer camp goes to the club's scholarship fund.
• Winter Holiday Camps Winter holiday camp held December-January at Beach Chalet Soccer Field with per-day pricing for all skill levels. Glens Player: $382.50 full week or $60.30/day; Non-Glens Player: $425 full week or $67/day.
• Premier Camp Advanced camp for U13-U19 players (ages 2013-2009) focusing on field player and goalkeeper specialized training. Premier Camp: $300 (Glens player) / $350 (Non-Glens); Premier Goalkeeper Camp: $400 (Glens player) / $450 (Non-Glens).
• MLS GO MLS-affiliated 8-week program for kindergarten through 3rd grade, combining practice and gameplay in 90-minute Sunday sessions at Morton Field. $300 per player for the 8-week program (Sundays 3/1/26-4/26/26).
• Indoor Soccer / Futsal Winter futsal/indoor soccer league in partnership with SFRPD Jose Coronado Indoor Soccer League, offering competitive and recreational options for boys and girls ages 5U-18U from January to mid-March. Tiered pricing $175-$600 per player.
• Glens2College College preparation program offering Bay Area college campus tours, annual support for high school upperclassmen applications, personal statement assistance, and annual College ID Camps with D-1, D-2, D-3, and JC coaches.
• Private Training Individual soccer training sessions available as an optional add-on service for players seeking additional personalized development beyond their team practice schedule.

Quantifiable outcome

• 22 SF Glens Academy alumni played at college level since 2019, with 4 Division I commitments in 2022 alone
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

27 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MLS (MLS NEXT)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSF Glens participates in MLS NEXT, the top youth soccer league in America, at both Tier 1 (HG Division) and Tier 2 (AD Division) levels. MLS NEXT events include MLS Fest, MLS Flex, and MLS Cup. This affiliation represents the club's highest competitive tier and provides a direct pathway to professional soccer.
• USL AcademyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSF Glens participated in the inaugural USL Academy Cup (2019), a pre-professional competition for U-13 and U-17 age groups serving as a forerunner to the USL Academy League.
• US Club Soccer (NPL)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSF Glens participates in the National Premier League (NPL) through US Club Soccer, offering U13-U19 competitive play at the highest state and national levels. The club also participates in NorCal Premier League at multiple competitive tiers.
• CalNorth / SF Youth SoccercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCalNorth is the state-level youth soccer organization; SF Youth Soccer (SFYS) runs the recreational league in which SF Glens places teams. These affiliations are required for league registration and competitive play at the local level.
• SF Rec & Park Department (SFRPD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSFRPD provides field permits and hosts the Jose Coronado Indoor Soccer League in which SF Glens fields competitive and recreational teams. The club relies on SFRPD field allocations for Micro, Recreational, and Competitive programs. Beach Chalet Athletic Fields are operated in partnership with SFRPD.
• BYGA (Bay Youth Games Association)coreTechnology or IntegrationBYGA provides the registration platform for SF Glens camps and programs, powering online sign-ups, payment processing, and participant management.
• Players FirstminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSF Glens is recognized as a Players First club, indicating alignment with player development-first principles advocated by US Club Soccer.
• US Soccer Federation (Referee Program)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSF Glens participates in US Soccer's referee program as part of league affiliation requirements.
• San Jose EarthquakesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSF Glens has a Development Training Program partnership with the San Jose Earthquakes MLS club, providing an additional pathway for players in the club's development system.
• Holstein Kiel (Bundesliga)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSF Glens has an international partnership with Holstein Kiel of the German Bundesliga, providing international exposure and development opportunities for club players.
• Celtic FCminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSF Glens hosted a Celtic FC coaching camp with coaches from the Scottish champions flying to San Francisco to train boys and girls 'the Celtic way.' The club maintains a historical connection to Celtic through its SF Celtic Youth heritage and traditions.
• West Ham United AcademyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSF Glens Evolution players have traveled to train at the West Ham United Academy in London, and the club has an affiliated coach/scouting relationship with West Ham United International Academy through Global Image Sports. Four SFGE players trained at West Ham in spring 2016.
• AS Roma AcademyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSF Glens Evolution 2005 boys team traveled to Rome for a 10-day trip training at AS Roma's training facility, coached by Roma Academy coaches, and attended a Serie A match. Part of the club's international exposure program.
• Olympic Club FoundationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Olympic Club Foundation is listed among SF Glens' partners and affiliations, suggesting community and potentially funding or facility support.
• Capelli SportcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCapelli Sport is the club's official uniform and fan gear supplier. The club shop is closed and all fan gear is ordered through Capelli Sport's platform.
• Admiral / MacroncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAdmiral is the uniform supplier for the recreational program, and Macron is referenced as the technical apparel partner. Recreational coaches receive free Admiral apparel for use at practices and games.
• TargetminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTarget is listed as a sponsor/partner of SF Glens.
• Sports BasementminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSports Basement is listed as a sponsor/partner of SF Glens.
• Avid Sports MedminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAvid Sports Med is listed as a partner providing sports medicine support.
• Carbon HealthcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCarbon Health was presenting sponsor of the 2019 San Francisco Cup (~175 teams). They provided free concussion baseline testing to SF Glens youth players as part of their community health outreach. Carbon Health operates seven clinics in the Bay Area.
• SoccerPrepminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSoccerPrep is listed as a partner in the SF Glens ecosystem, offering college recruiting and preparation resources for players.
• WE ARE TEAM IncminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWE ARE TEAM Inc is listed as a partner of SF Glens.
• qlash.ggminorGTM or Marketing Partnerqlash.gg is listed as a partner/sponsor of SF Glens.
• Bay City SCminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBay City SC is listed as a partner club of SF Glens, suggesting collaboration in the local soccer community.
• All In SF (Miracle in the Mission)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSF Glens partnered with All In SF to run soccer activities at Miracle in the Mission 2019 at John O'Connell High School, serving over 525 kids with bikes/toys and 1,000+ people with hot meals for the holidays.
• Second Chances Sports / Outsiders FCminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSF Glens coaches and players partnered with Second Chances Sports (nonprofit) and its soccer wing Outsiders FC to play pickup soccer games against inmates of San Quentin FC's 'A-Team' at San Quentin State Prison, supporting personal growth for incarcerated individuals through sports.
• SFRPD Jose Coronado Indoor Soccer LeaguecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSF Glens participates in the SFRPD Jose Coronado Indoor Soccer League, the 23rd season of 5-on-5 futsal/indoor soccer at 15 SFRPD recreation centers across San Francisco, serving boys, girls, and co-ed teams from 5U to 18U.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves13 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Crossfire United Soccer Club: Pacific Northwest / Northern California-adjacent competitive youth soccer club with documented college and professional placement records. Comparable to SF Glens as a competitive-tier youth club focused on elite player development outcomes.
• De Anza Force Soccer Club: One of the largest and most successful youth soccer clubs in Northern California, based in the San Jose area. Directly comparable to SF Glens as a community-based competitive club offering MLS NEXT, NPL, and Girls Academy tiers with a documented college and pro pipeline in the same Bay Area market.
• Juventus SC (Bay Area): Bay Area youth soccer club affiliated with the Juventus brand offering NPL, NorCal Premier, and development pathways. Directly comparable to SF Glens as a Northern California competitive club with international branding.
• Lamorinda Soccer Club: East Bay youth soccer club offering competitive programs including NPL and a college development track. Directly comparable to SF Glens as a community nonprofit club serving multiple competitive tiers in the broader Bay Area.
• Ballistic United Soccer Club: Pleasanton-based Northern California youth soccer club offering full competitive pathways including MLS NEXT and NPL. Comparable to SF Glens as a community club in the East Bay with similar tier offerings and college/pro placement focus.
• Mustang Soccer Club: Established youth soccer club serving the Danville/San Ramon Valley with full competitive pathways including MLS NEXT. Comparable to SF Glens in offering comprehensive recreational-to-elite programming in a Northern California suburban market.
• Mountain View-Los Altos (MVLA) Soccer Club: Premier Bay Area youth soccer club operating MLS NEXT, NPL, and Girls Academy programs across a similar age and competitive tier spectrum as SF Glens. Comparable geographic and competitive positioning in the South Bay, often competing for the same elite players and coaching talent.
• Burlingame Soccer Club: San Francisco Peninsula youth soccer club operating recreational and competitive programs. Comparable to SF Glens as a community-based nonprofit serving the Bay Area with similar recreational-to-competitive pathway structure.

Broad incumbents

• San Jose Earthquakes Academy: The academy arm of the MLS San Jose Earthquakes, offering a full player development pathway with USL connections and direct MLS pipeline. Directly comparable to SF Glens as a Northern California competitive youth soccer program with MLS NEXT and Development Training Program offerings, and already a partnership counterpart to SF Glens.
• LA Galaxy Youth Programs: The youth development arm of the MLS LA Galaxy operating MLS NEXT and academy pathways in Southern California. Comparable to SF Glens as a major-market MLS-affiliated youth soccer organization, though not directly competing in the Bay Area.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/SFGlensAcademy
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@sfglensevolution
• Facebookfacebook.com/sfglensacademy
• Instagraminstagram.com/sfglensevolution1961
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sfglenssc

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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