Phoenix Rising FC Youth Soccer

What Phoenix Rising FC Youth Soccer does

Phoenix Rising FC Youth Soccer is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth soccer organization headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, operating across four regional hubs (North/Phoenix, Scottsdale, Southeast Valley/Mesa, West Valley/Surprise) plus a Prescott overnight-camp location. The club, formerly known as Scottsdale Soccer, was rebranded to align with the Phoenix Rising FC professional USL Championship club, establishing what the organization describes as the only direct youth-to-professional pathway in Arizona.

The organization's product portfolio spans a multi-tiered player development platform: Recreation Programs (U7-U19), Competitive Regional Programs (Youth Academy through team levels), and Elite Pathways across MLS Next Homegrown, MLS Next Academy, ECNL, ECNL-RL, DPL-O, and N1/N2 Premier tiers. Supporting services include a College Advisory Program powered by SportsRecruits, a Goalkeeping Program, Summer/Overnight Camps, International Experiences (Spain, England, Portugal, IberCup), a Concussion Program with ImPACT testing and Banner partnership, a Player Health & Wellness Program, and the Phoenix Rising FC Youth Soccer Foundation providing financial aid. Underlying technology is SportsEngine's club management platform with SportsRecruits for college recruiting; no proprietary AI/ML is in evidence.

Revenue is generated through subscription-based club and registration fees, uniform sales via a Soccer.com team store, summer/overnight camps and skills sessions, tournaments and events (Holidash, Soccer Ball gala, golf tournament, fun runs, casino nights), and charitable donations to the foundation. Pricing specifics are not publicly disclosed; financial aid tiers include the Player Assistance Program (100% relief) and Foundation Program (up to 50% relief for competitive players, 100% for recreational players). Customer segments are horizontal: competitive youth soccer players (primary), recreational players, and families with financial need served through the foundation.

Name

Phoenix Rising FC Youth Soccer

Legal name

Phoenix Rising FC Youth Soccer

Website

https://prfcyouthsoccer.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Phoenix Rising FC Youth Soccer is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth soccer club in Arizona operating across four regions, offering recreation-to-elite (MLS Next, ECNL) player development pathways with direct affiliation to the Phoenix Rising FC professional USL club and college advisory services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Soccer Club Development

NAICS

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

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Youth Athlete Development & Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) (HSADAEAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Arts, Sports & Recreation-Based Youth Development Nonprofits (BPAGADAJ), Local Amateur Clubs & Community Sports Organizations (MPAKACAE), Youth & Amateur Sports Tournaments (MPAGAMAF)

Keywords

• Youth soccer development
• Competitive soccer programs
• Soccer player development
• College soccer recruiting
• Elite soccer academy

Headquarters

HQ city

Scottsdale

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Club/Registration Fees: Competitive program players pay club fees for participation in regional competitive teams (North, Scottsdale, Southeast, West Valley). Recreation program players pay registration fees for seasonal soccer activities. Financial aid available through the Phoenix Rising FC Youth Soccer Foundation (501(c)(3)).
2. Uniform Sales: The club partners with Soccer.com for required uniform kits (field players and goalkeepers) sold through a dedicated team store. Kits include training jackets, game jerseys (black & white), training shirts (red), shorts, socks, and backpacks. Two-year uniform cycle for 2026-2027 season.
3. Overnight Camps and Summer Programs: Revenue generated from summer programs including overnight camps (held in Prescott), preseason camps, fundamental skills training, summer futsal, and summer skills sessions across all four regions.
4. Tournaments and Events: Club organizes and hosts tournaments, the annual Holidash event, charity golf tournament, Soccer Ball gala, fun runs, and casino nights that generate event-based revenue.
5. Phoenix Rising FC Youth Soccer Charities Donations: The club's 501(c)(3) foundation receives charitable donations from families and sponsors to fund the Player Assistance Program (PAP), Foundation Program for competitive players, and community outreach in underserved areas (Anthem, Prescott, Glendale, South Scottsdale, Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Phoenix Rising FC Youth Soccer is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth soccer organization that delivers competitive and recreational soccer programming for ages U7–U19 across four Arizona regions, with a structured pathway from recreation through regional competitive teams to elite national platforms (MLS Next, ECNL, N1 Premier). The club is the only direct pathway to professional soccer in Arizona via its affiliation with Phoenix Rising FC (USL Championship), and supplements core training with summer camps, international tours, college advisory services, and financial aid through its charitable foundation.

Product overview

Phoenix Rising FC Youth Soccer is a comprehensive competitive youth soccer organization in Arizona offering a multi-tiered pathway from recreation to elite play. The core offerings include Elite Pathways programs (DPL-O Girls, ECNL Girls, ECNL-RL Girls, MLS Next Homegrown Boys, MLS Next Academy Boys, N1/N2 Premier), Competitive Regional Programs across four regions (North, Scottsdale, Southeast, West), and Recreation Programs. Supporting services include a Goalkeeping Program, Summer Programs (Preseason Camp, Fundamental Skills, Futsal, Summer Skills, Overnight Camps), International Experiences (Europe trips, IberCup), College Advisory Program (powered by SportsRecruits), Player Health and Wellness Program, Concussion Program (with ImPACT testing and Banner partnership), the Phoenix Rising FC Youth Soccer Foundation (501(c)(3) financial aid), and Tournaments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Elite Pathways Programs Multi-tiered elite youth soccer programs for competitive players (boys and girls), including DPL-O Girls, ECNL Girls, ECNL-RL Girls, MLS Next Homegrown Boys, MLS Next Academy Boys, and N1/N2 Premier levels across multiple Arizona regions. Targeted at families of players pursuing the highest levels of national competition and professional pathway.
• Competitive Regional Programs Regional competitive soccer programs offered across four Arizona regions (North, Scottsdale, Southeast, West) with Youth Academy, Junior Academy, Academy, and team levels for boys and girls. Targeted at families seeking structured competitive soccer with regional and travel team options.
• Recreation Programs Recreational soccer programs available in multiple locations including Desert Foothills, Scottsdale, Southeast Valley, and West Valley, with All Star and Rising Stars options for ages U7–U19. Targeted at families seeking community-based recreational soccer with age-appropriate coaching, including underserved communities in Anthem, Prescott, Glendale, South Scottsdale, and Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community.
• Goalkeeping Program Specialized goalkeeper training and development program offered as an add-on to competitive programming. Targeted at youth players seeking position-specific goalkeeping coaching.
• Summer Programs Summer camps including Preseason Camp, Fundamental Skills, Futsal, Summer Skills, and Overnight Camps (held in Prescott) across all four Arizona regions. Targeted at youth players seeking supplementary training during summer breaks.
• International Experiences International travel programs including trips to Spain, England, and Portugal (IberCup), with professional training at Real Madrid City, Everton FC Finch Farm, RCD Espanyol, and SL Benfica. Targeted at elite youth players seeking global development experiences and exposure to top European professional environments.
• College Advisory Program College recruiting support service utilizing the SportsRecruits platform, offering player profiles, recruiting webinars, recruiting resources, and one-on-one advisement from program directors. Targeted at competitive youth players and their families navigating the college recruiting process.
• Player Health and Wellness Program Holistic wellness program integrating physical health, mental health, and life skills through monthly video interviews with healthcare professionals, covering topics such as injury prevention, nutrition, mindfulness, stress management, and academic preparation. Targeted at youth players across all program tiers.
• Concussion Program Comprehensive concussion management program including ImPACT baseline testing, supplemental insurance (first youth sports club in Arizona and first soccer club in the US to offer this), mandatory return-to-play progression, and partnership with Banner Concussion and Sports Medicine Center. Targeted at competitive youth players and their families.
• Phoenix Rising FC Youth Soccer Foundation Financial Aid Program 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation providing financial assistance through the Player Assistance Program (100% relief on club fees and one uniform kit for competitive players), Foundation Program (up to 50% relief on club fees for competitive players, 100% relief on registration fees for recreational players), and community outreach in underserved Arizona communities. Targeted at families with demonstrated financial need.
• Club-Operated Tournaments Club-operated soccer tournaments including the Max Shacknai Invitational, providing competitive play opportunities for member teams. Targeted at competitive youth players and visiting teams.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1,000 players placed in college soccer programs in the past decade
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature5 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• AdidascoreGTM or Marketing PartnerAdidas is the official apparel and equipment partner of Phoenix Rising FC Youth Soccer, visible in the 'Presented By' sponsors section. Adidas provides technical footwear, apparel, and brand association for the club's competitive and elite programs.
• Banner Sports MedicinecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBanner Sports Medicine is the club's official sports medicine partner, providing education and treatment options for players and staff. Also operates Banner Sports Medicine Scottsdale location for priority access to concussion and orthopedic specialists.
• CarvanaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCarvana is listed as a presenting sponsor in the 'Presented By' section, supporting the club's brand and marketing initiatives.
• Banner Concussion and Sports Medicine CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Banner Concussion and Sports Medicine Center works closely with the Phoenix Rising FC Youth Soccer Concussion Program, providing education and treatment options. The club was the first youth sports club in Arizona and first soccer club in the US to offer supplemental concussion insurance to members.
• Phoenix Rising FC (Professional Club)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPhoenix Rising FC is the professional USL Championship club affiliated with the youth organization. The professional side provides the only direct pathway to pro soccer in Arizona, offering USL Academy contracts to youth players, first team training opportunities, and professional match experience for top Homegrown players.
• Bay FCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBay FC is a professional club competing in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). Three Phoenix Rising FC ECNL 2011 Girls players were invited to a Bay FC identification event, demonstrating a professional pathway for girls on the women's side.
• Real Madrid City (Valdebebas)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe 2010 Girls NL Club Premier team trained at Real Madrid City in Valdebebas during an international tour to Spain, providing elite professional training environment exposure.
• RCD EspanyolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe 2010 Girls NL Club Premier team trained with RCD Espanyol in Barcelona and watched the women's first team train, gaining professional environment exposure during their Spain tour.
• Everton FC (Finch Farm)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe 2011 Boys NL Club Premier team completed training sessions at Finch Farm, Everton's training ground, during their England and Wales international tour.
• SL BenficaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe 2010 and 2011 MLS Next Homegrown teams trained at SL Benfica's facilities in preparation for the IberCup Portugal tournament, gaining top-level professional environment exposure.
• USL (United Soccer League)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUSL is the national governing body network for the club's professional and youth affiliations. Phoenix Rising FC Youth Soccer operates within the USL ecosystem, with access to leagues including USL Championship, USL League Two, USL Academy, and the Gainbridge Super League. The affiliation provides national talent identification and professional pathway integration.
• MLS NextcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMLS Next is the elite boys youth soccer platform in the United States. Phoenix Rising FC fields MLS Next Homegrown and MLS Next Academy teams, providing the highest level of competition and development for boys in Arizona.
• ECNL (Elite Clubs National League)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerECNL is the premier girls youth soccer platform in the United States. Phoenix Rising FC fields ECNL Girls, ECNL-RL Girls, and DPL-O Girls teams, providing elite development and college recruiting visibility for girls.
• SportsRecruitscoreTechnology or IntegrationSportsRecruits is the club's college recruiting technology partner, providing a player profile platform, recruiting webinars, and a resource center for athletes and parents navigating the college recruiting process. Each player has access to a SportsRecruits profile for college advisory.
• Soccer.comcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSoccer.com serves as the official uniform and equipment supplier for Phoenix Rising FC Youth Soccer through a dedicated team store. Players and families purchase required uniform kits (training jackets, game jerseys, training shirts, shorts, socks, backpacks) through this channel.
• IberCup PortugalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIberCup is one of the largest and most prestigious youth soccer tournaments in the world, hosted annually in Portugal. Phoenix Rising FC MLS Next Homegrown teams (2010 and 2011) competed in IberCup, facing top academies from across the globe including UD Almería, Le Havre AC, and CF Belenenses.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Crossfire Premier: Top-tier ECNL and NPL youth club from the Pacific Northwest; comparable multi-tiered competitive structure with strong college placement emphasis.
• SC del Sol: Top Arizona-based competitive youth soccer club competing for the same player pool across ECNL and other elite platforms in the Phoenix metro.
• Real Salt Lake Academy: MLS-affiliated youth development academy operated by Utah's Real Salt Lake, the closest geographic and structural comparable as another Western U.S. pro-club-affiliated elite youth soccer program competing for similar talent.
• Arizona Arsenal Soccer Club: Established Arizona competitive youth soccer club with ECNL and developmental platforms, directly competing for players and families in the same Scottsdale/Phoenix region.

Broad incumbents

• FC Dallas Youth: MLS-affiliated youth academy running MLS NEXT Homegrown teams with ECNL cross-competition; structurally comparable elite development model at larger scale.
• Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club: MLS-affiliated youth soccer club with a comparable elite platform structure serving a regional Western U.S. market; a useful benchmark for pathway economics.
• Inter Miami CF Academy: MLS-affiliated elite youth academy running MLS NEXT teams with a direct professional pathway, structurally comparable to Phoenix Rising FC Youth's pro-affiliated model.
• Atlanta United Academy: MLS-affiliated elite youth program producing high-profile Homegrown signings; comparable pathway-to-pro model with similar MLS Next and developmental tiers.
• Seattle Sounders FC Academy: One of the largest and most successful MLS-affiliated youth academies in the U.S., competing at MLS NEXT and producing first-team and national team players.
• LA Galaxy Youth (LA Galaxy Academy): MLS Next Homegrown program tied to the LA Galaxy, offering a similar professional pathway model with elite competition levels in Southern California; broader in scale but directly comparable in structure.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/prfcyouth
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/phoenix-rising-fc-youth-soccer

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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