Over 650 teams and more than 13,000 players participated in USL Youth in 2025. With the introduction of USL Youth, those numbers will rise in the coming years as the USL executes a strategic expansion plan in targeted areas of the country.
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For Joining Existing Divisions – Application Timeline
| STEP | DESCRIPTION | EXPECTED DATE |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Application opens. | September 1st, 2025 |
| 2 | Application window to submit. | September 1st – February 5th, 2026 |
| 3 | Application is received by USL Youth Staff, and the club is sent a reception acknowledgement. | September 1st – February 5th, 2026 |
| 4 | Application is reviewed by USL Youth Staff. | September 1st – February 5th, 2026 |
| 5 | Prospective club is notified by USL Youth Staff regarding application status. | By January 14th, 2026 |
| 6 | Final applicants are informed of decision. | By February 13th, 2026 |
| 7 | Public expansion announcement for 2026-27. | By February 20th, 2026 |