South Carolina Surf Soccer Club

What South Carolina Surf Soccer Club does

South Carolina Surf Soccer Club is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth soccer organization headquartered in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina (legal name: Mount Pleasant Soccer Booster Club, EIN 57-0721951). The club runs a continuous age-tiered player development pathway spanning seven program tiers: Little Surfers (ages 3-5), Junior Surfers (ages 5-8), Pre-Academy (U8-U9), Academy (U10-U12), Boys and Girls Competition Phase (U13-U19), and a UPSL adult/semi-pro program. Approximately 800 youth players are served across the Lowcountry region, with programming delivered at more than 15 facilities anchored by the new Shea Family Fields turf complex in Awendaw.

The business operates through four distinct revenue streams: recurring player registration/membership fees at multiple price tiers (e.g., $150-$260 for Little Surfers, $175-$310 for Junior Surfers, with downloadable fee schedules for Select and Academy programs), tournament entry fees across four branded events (Charleston Select Shootout, Challenge Cup, Spring Shootout), charitable donations accepted via multiple channels (PayPal, check, AmazonSmile, stock, wire), and player fundraising sponsorships sourced from local businesses. Gold-tier sponsors include five Charleston-area professional service firms. Competitive-tier teams participate in ECNL Girls (Mid-Atlantic), ECNL Boys (Southeast), ECNL Regional Leagues, and South Carolina Youth Soccer.

Leadership is structured around a Board of Directors (President Tripp Moye, VP/Treasurer Michelle Ying, Secretary Andrew McGlaughon, and members-at-large) and an operational team including a Director of Coaching, Technical Director, phase-specific directors for boys and girls, a Director of College Recruiting, and a Club Administrator. The club is affiliated with the broader Surf Soccer brand, described as one of the most prestigious youth soccer brands in North America, but operates its own governance, staff, and finances. For the 2026-27 season, the organization is transitioning to a seasonal-year age group model to comply with US Youth Soccer, US Club Soccer, and AYSO mandates.

Name

South Carolina Surf Soccer Club

Legal name

Mount Pleasant Soccer Booster Club

Website

https://southcarolinasurfsoccer.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

South Carolina Surf Soccer Club is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth soccer organization serving approximately 800 players across the Charleston, SC Lowcountry through age-tiered programs (ages 3 to adult), ECNL league participation, branded tournaments, and a new stadium-grade training complex.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Soccer Development Services

NAICS

Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162), Sports Teams and Clubs (711211), Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Local Amateur Clubs & Community Sports Organizations (MPAKACAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Club Sports Programs (EDALAIAB), Amateur & Grassroots Sport Associations (Community/Youth Governing Orgs) (MPAKAFAF), Youth & Amateur Sports Tournaments (MPAGAMAF)

Keywords

• Youth soccer development
• Youth sports clubs
• Soccer player development
• Competitive soccer leagues
• Grassroots soccer programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Mount Pleasant

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Player Registration and Membership Fees: The club collects fees from players participating in their various programs including Little Surfers, Junior Surfers, Pre-Academy, Academy, and Competition Phase programs. Fee structures are documented and downloadable from the website for Select, Academy, and Pre-Academy programs.
2. Player Sponsorships: The club runs a banner sponsorship program where players sell sponsorships to local businesses to help reduce team fees. This is a fundraising mechanism where businesses sponsor individual players or teams.
3. Donations and Charitable Contributions: As a 501(c)(3) organization, the club accepts donations for scholarships, coaching development, and field enhancements. They offer multiple giving methods including PayPal, check, AmazonSmile, stock donations, and wire transfers.
4. Tournament Registration Fees: The club organizes and hosts multiple tournaments including Charleston Select Shootout, Charleston Challenge Cup, and Charleston Spring Shootout. Teams pay registration fees to participate in these tournaments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

South Carolina Surf Soccer Club is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth soccer organization that delivers tiered player development programs from ages 3 through adult/semi-pro levels. The club operates recreational introductory programs (Little Surfers, Junior Surfers), development phases (Pre-Academy, Academy), and elite competitive phases (Boys and Girls Competition in ECNL leagues), along with tournaments, camps & clinics, college recruiting support, and a scholarship program serving approximately 800 players across the Charleston/Lowcountry region.

Product overview

South Carolina Surf Soccer Club is a comprehensive youth soccer development organization offering a multi-tiered program portfolio spanning recreational to elite competitive levels. The club operates programs including Little Surfers (ages 3-5), Junior Surfers (ages 5-8), Pre-Academy Phase (U8-U9), Academy Phase (U10-U12), Boys Competition Phase (U13-U19), Girls Competition Phase (U13-U19), and UPSL adult soccer. Supporting services include tournaments (Charleston Select Shootout, Charleston Challenge Cup, Charleston Spring Shootout), camps & clinics, college recruiting resources, and scholarship programs. The club competes in ECNL and ECNL Regional League at the select level and South Carolina Youth Soccer at the development level, serving approximately 800 youth players across the Lowcountry region.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Little Surfers Program Entry-level youth soccer program for players ages 3-5 (born August 1, 2021 – July 31, 2023), featuring 6-week sessions at multiple Charleston-area locations with guided training and parent participation to develop confidence, coordination, creativity, and a lifelong love for the game.
• Junior Surfers Program Youth soccer program for players ages 5-8 (born August 1, 2018 – July 31, 2021) combining weekday training sessions with Saturday games to bridge recreational and competitive soccer.
• Pre-Academy Phase Soccer development program for U8-U9 age divisions focusing on technique, passion for the game, and foundational skills with South Carolina Youth Soccer (SCYSA) league play opportunities.
• Academy Phase Soccer development program for U10-U12 age divisions emphasizing individual technique, tactical understanding, and introduction to the club's game model through South Carolina Youth Soccer.
• Girls Competition Phase Competitive select soccer program for girls in U13-U19 age divisions participating in ECNL Girls Mid-Atlantic, ECNL Girls Regional League Carolinas, and South Carolina Youth Soccer.
• Boys Competition Phase Competitive select soccer program for boys in U13-U19 age divisions participating in ECNL Boys Southeast, ECNL Boys Regional League Southeast, and South Carolina Youth Soccer.
• United Premier Soccer League (UPSL) Adult/senior soccer program competing in the UPSL, the fourth tier of the US Soccer pyramid, offering pro-development opportunities with spring and fall seasons for post-collegiate and semi-pro players.
• Tournaments Organized tournament events hosted by the club including the Men's Charleston Select Shootout, Women's Charleston Select Shootout, Charleston Challenge Cup, and Charleston Spring Shootout, open to traveling teams.
• Camps & Clinics Soccer camps and clinic programs designed for player development and skill training across age groups.
• College Recruiting Resources Resources and dedicated guidance for players pursuing collegiate soccer, including NCAA/NAIA Eligibility Center information, recruiting guides, college visit resources, and player profile templates, delivered by dedicated Directors of College Recruiting for Boys and Girls.
• Scholarship Program Financial assistance program for families facing challenges meeting soccer program fees, with over $500,000 in scholarships distributed to player families since 2015.

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• ECNL (Elite Clubs National League) - GirlscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSouth Carolina Surf girls competition phase teams participate in ECNL Girls Mid-Atlantic conference and ECNL Girls Regional League Carolinas, providing access to the highest levels of youth girls soccer competition in the country.
• ECNL (Elite Clubs National League) - BoyscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSouth Carolina Surf boys competition phase teams participate in ECNL Boys Southeast conference and ECNL Boys Regional League Southeast, enabling access to elite national competition and college recruiting exposure.
• South Carolina Youth Soccer (SCYSA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademy, Pre-Academy, and select competition phase players have opportunities to participate in various levels of South Carolina Youth Soccer leagues and competitions.
• Shea Family FieldscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState-of-the-art turf field complex serving as the new home of the club with stadium lights, restrooms, parking, and scoreboards - providing a premier training and competition facility.
• Apple & Odom Certified Public AccountantsOthersGold tier sponsor providing financial support to the club through player sponsorship program. Located in Charleston area providing accounting services.
• Lowcountry OrthopaedicsOthersGold tier sponsor providing financial support. As an orthopaedics practice, likely provides medical support and expertise relevant to youth athlete injury prevention and care.
• Palmetto Advanced Therapy ServicesOthersGold tier sponsor supporting the club's fundraising efforts. Physical therapy services provider relevant to athlete recovery and injury management.
• Palmetto Primary Care PhysiciansOthersGold tier sponsor providing financial support. Primary care medical practice serving the Charleston community.
• DeLuca Mauch Law OfficesOthersGold tier sponsor providing financial support to the club's player sponsorship program.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• NCFC Youth (North Carolina FC Youth): North Carolina FC's youth development pipeline offering ECNL-level competition across age groups in the Carolinas/SE region. Comparable ECNL Boys Southeast and Girls Regional League participation, and a direct competitor for top Carolinas talent and college placement visibility.
• Charlotte Independence Soccer Club: Charlotte, NC-based ECNL-affiliated youth club providing a similar full-funnel age development model (recreational through select/competitive). Direct competitor for top Carolinas players and the same ECNL Boys Southeast conference footprint.
• Capital Area Soccer League (CASL): One of the largest youth soccer clubs in the Southeast based in Raleigh, NC, with ECNL Boys and Girls teams and an extensive multi-facility infrastructure. Comparable scale and program breadth, and a regional competitor for ECNL-level talent.
• Concorde Fire Soccer Club: Established Atlanta-area ECNL club with comparable boys and girls developmental pathways, multiple fields/facilities, and college recruiting infrastructure. Operates in overlapping ECNL conferences and competes for the same regional player pool.
• Wake FC: Raleigh, NC-based ECNL and NCYS-affiliated youth soccer club with boys and girls developmental and competition pathways. Comparable age-funnel program structure and regional competitor within the ECNL Southeast footprint.
• Tophat SC: Atlanta-area ECNL Boys and Girls club operating a similar full-age-funnel developmental pathway from U7 through U19 with comparable college placement focus. Direct competitor for Southeast elite talent and the same ECNL Regional League footprint.
• Carolina Elite Soccer Academy (CESA): South Carolina-based ECNL youth soccer club with developmental and competition phase programs serving the SC Upstate region. Direct in-state competitor for elite SC talent and SC Youth Soccer league participation.

Broad incumbents

• Atlanta United FC Academy: MLS academy arm offering the region's deepest professional pathway from youth through MLS. Operates a broader portfolio of programs but competes with South Carolina Surf for top Southeast talent via ECNL/MLS Next pathways and represents the upper bound of regional competition.
• IMG Academy: Florida-based multi-sport boarding academy with a renowned soccer program offering residential development from youth through pre-professional. Represents the aspirational 'full-stack' model combining elite training, college placement, and tournament hosting at scale.
• Surf Soccer San Diego: The originating Surf Soccer club and brand steward. Comparable as the parent of the Surf affiliation network that South Carolina Surf leverages; operates elite ECNL/Girls Academy programs in Southern California and sets the brand standards the SC club mirrors.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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