Union KC Boys' ECNL & ECNL-RL Information
This elite platform provides another layer in our club to give players an opportunity to consistently compete at a high level against some of the best competition in the Country, and beyond.
About ECNL Clubs National League Boys: The Elite Clubs National League Boys (ECNL Boys) was founded in 2017 to enhance the development experience of Boys youth soccer players in the United States through: (i) improving the competitive environment through creation of a true national competitive league; (ii) improving the process for identifying Elite Male soccer players through a systematic scouting and identification program based on national competitions; and (iii) improving the daily training environment at top male youth soccer clubs through developing best practices and training and organizational guidelines for its member clubs. The ECNL Boys is sanctioned by US Club Soccer and is sponsored by Nike Soccer.
Our elite team of coaches goal is to provide a program offering the most comprehensive player and team development environment in the Kansas City area that will unite the community, inspire our players, and achieve excellence. Our responsibility is to provide the best training and playing environment for ALL of our players and to make sure we set them up for success on and off the field. All of our ECNL teams will have a dedicated Technical Staff that includes: Technical Coach,
Performance (P3) Coach (Speed & Agility, Strength, Recovery), Goalkeeper Coach.
If you are interested or have questions about our program please contact our ECNL Boys Director Brandon Watermann, bwatermann@unionkcsoccer.com
ECNL Regional League Boys Yearly Rhythm
Events chosen at the Team Level with Club Leadership Support.
| U19, U17, U16, U15 | U14, U13 | |
|---|---|---|
| League Play | Nov-May | Aug-May |
| Fall Training per Week | 3x | 3x |
| Spring Training per Week | N/A | 3x |
| Winter Training per Week | 2x | 2x |
| Pre-Season Event | Included | Included |
| *ECNL Showcase & Events | Included | Included |
| **ECNL Playoffs & Finals | Additional | Additional |
| Other Events | Included | Included |
| KC College Showcase | Included | N/A |
| Winter Platform League | Included | Included |
| Winter Outdoor Friendly League | Included | Included |
Medical & Athletic Training By:
Training & Match Facilities:
ECNL Regional League Boys Cost
| U19, U17, U16, U15 | U14, U13 | |
|---|---|---|
| All Inclusive Team Fee Total | $3000 | $3040 |
| Club Fee/Deposit | $400 | $400 |
| Team Specific Fees | $2600 | $2640 |
| Potential 5% Pay in Full Discount | -$150 | -$152 |
| Potential 10% Sibling Discount | -$300 | -$304 |
Payment Plans Available: Pay in Full; 2 Installments; 4 Installments; 6 Installments; 8 Installments
* Participation in ECNL RL Showcases & Events is determined by league and club leadership and varies by age group. Projected participation by team will be provided to players and families prior to season start. Included Showcases & Events subject to change and/or be substituted for other events as deemed by ECNL RL Staff.
**These events require qualification and will incur additional costs above team budgets.
2010 players that are 8th grade hybrid season players will have an additional flat fee of $500 billed separately for their club season (the club season that conflicts with their 9th grade teammate's High School Season (Boys = Fall). The $500 fee covers coaching, league, practice fields, and events).
Cost Includes: Club Fees, Coaching Fees, Goalkeeper Training, Platform Technical/Performance Training, Player, Coach, Team Staff Carding, Practice Field Rental, Video (HUDL, Analytics, Player Profile), Pre-Season Event, ECNL RL League (League Fees, Coach Travel, Referee & Field Game Cost), Winter Platform League, Winter Outdoor Friendly League, ECNL RL Showcases & Events, Other Showcases & Events
Potential State, Regional, & National Level Event Participation for ECNL-RL Teams
Event earned at the Team Level with Club Leadership Support. Events are Progressive with Regional & National Tiers.
