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Unlock Your Soccer Options with Lancaster FC's Proven Recruitment Pathway and Full-Time Soccer Program.
Train, Compete & Experience the Lancaster FC Difference
At Lancaster FC, we pride ourselves on being a unique soccer development program located in the heart of the east coast, focusing on propelling domestic and international talents to the collegiate level. Our year-round soccer regimen involves intense training five days a week and a rigorous game schedule in the USL Academy, ECNL Regional League, UPSL, and notably, against college teams.
This exposure not only hones your skills to peak performance but strategically places you in the spotlight for college recruitment. Our diverse roster and competitive play across multiple leagues set us apart, ensuring our athletes are well-prepared and well-promoted for college, semi-professional and professional soccer opportunities.
The Lancaster FC Advantage:
Where Potential Meets Opportunity
At Lancaster FC, we've curated a premier soccer program that goes beyond the field, encompassing comprehensive development, academic advancement, and cultural experiences that truly set us apart in the club and college landscape. We looked at what was missing at the college level and implemented our own elite program to fill the gaps and prepare our players for the collegiate or professional path ahead in an environment they can flourish in.
Why Choose Lancaster FC?
Elite Training Regimen
Daily Training: Engage in daily training sessions crafted by our international coaching team, tailored to enhance team dynamics, individual skills, and physical conditioning, ensuring continuous development and preparation for competitive play.
Competitive Edge
Weekly Competitive Games: As part of the UPSL & USL Academy, LFC stands out with a robust competition schedule against top-tier clubs and colleges, with every match recorded and streamed live. Our in-house media team diligently produces player highlights, keeping collegiate interest peaked all season long.
Cultural Melting Pot
Cultural Immersion: Positioned at the crossroads of major East Coast cities, our players live a full-time soccer lifestyle with players from all over the world, engaging in all that Lancaster has to offer while being on the doorstep of hundreds of college soccer programs.
Showcase & Exposure
College Showcases and Tournaments: Our strategic game calendar includes monthly showcases, providing a platform for players to demonstrate their skills directly to college coaches, amplifying recruitment opportunities year round. The LFC schedule includes up to ten college scrimmages per year on top of a fall, spring and summer season offering.
World-Class Living
Housing: Nestled in the heart of America’s east coast, our players enjoy the comforts of traditional townhomes within a vibrant college community. Steps away from world-class facilities, our safe and lively environment is the perfect backdrop for growth and learning.
Unrivaled Soccer Opportunity
Elite Level Coaching: We Offer Full-Time Programs for High School, Gap Year, and College Players. Led by UEFA A-Licensed Coaches, our program ensures LFC players can compete at the highest level year round, while pursuing college, pre-professional and professional pathways along the way.
WE OFFER THE BEST LEAGUES, COACHES AND ENVIRONMENT.
Year-Round Soccer Development: Train and compete throughout the year on top-tier facilities that foster continuous improvement and showcase your talents to the best college programs in the country.
Tailored Recruitment Strategies: Leverage our bespoke recruitment strategy that showcases your abilities to the right institutions, enhancing your chances of securing scholarships and placements at college across the country.
Educational Advancement: Benefit from personalized academic support tailored to each student, with a pathway that balances soccer training and educational progression at both the high school and college level, preparing you for the college route ahead.
Cultural Integration: Surround yourself with players from all over the world while living in the student-friendly and historic city of Lancaster, surrounded by a community that celebrates diversity and has a strong history of soccer success!
A Variety of Leagues: Whether you're competing in our USL Academy Team, UPSL Premier or one of our ECNL Regional League teams, LFC has the competitive level to stretch you as a player, while being recognized at every game and tournament you compete in.
Join Lancaster FC & Push Your Soccer Ceiling
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The Soccer Landscape in the U.S. Is Evolving—Fast
From the USL’s bold introduction of promotion and relegation to its growing rivalry with the MLS, to new NCAA eligibility updates that allow players to compete in junior college, NAIA, and even club ball without burning eligibility—the American soccer ecosystem is shifting dramatically.
And with the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the horizon, hosted right here in the U.S., there’s never been more investment, attention, and opportunity in the game.
Lancaster FC is built for this momentum.
We offer a world-class environment for student-athletes to train, study, compete, and capitalize on this growth—positioning them at the center of the sport’s future.
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Is Lancaster FC the Right Place For You?
With over a decade worth of experience of recruitment and college placement, we've built the LFC program to get players in front of college coaches. It's simply the most effective way to get recruited.
Year-Round Competitive Play: Our athletes engage in continuous, high-level soccer across multiple seasons, and with opportunities to compete against college teams, we ensure our players are ready to compete at the collegiate level.
Dynamic Player Promotion: With personalized highlight reels, game footage, and strategic communications with colleges, Lancaster FC ensures each player gains significant exposure to college coaches.
Ongoing Development Opportunities: Beyond college placement, Lancaster FC remains committed to its athletes, facilitating placements in competitive summer leagues and international opportunities, reinforcing our lifelong support ethos.
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We offer full-time residential programs for High School, Gap Year and College ready athletes. Apply Now or Book a Call to Learn More
ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS UP TO;
$9,000
60+ Degree Options
Undergraduate and Masters Degrees
Exclusive scholarships for SUFC players
ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIPS UP TO;
$6,000
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Over 40 games per year
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This is more than just a team—it’s a platform to grow, compete, and build your future.
If you’re a student-athlete serious about taking your game and your education to the next level, we want to hear from you.
✅ Year-round competition
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✅ Real exposure and real opportunity