We're committed to providing affordable access to competitive soccer for Marin youth. Our club creates opportunities for players to develop their skills, build lifelong friendships, and thrive both on and off the field.
- Ages
- 1.5–16
- Plays
- Boys & Girls
- Programs
- 9
Where on the ladder
Level 5
Each level below lists the leagues this club plays in. Your kid's level depends on the team they make. The six levels are our own reading of public league play. They are not an official ranking.
The club’s site also lists US Club Soccer. We have not confirmed that from the body’s own member list, so we do not call the club sanctioned. It also lists NorCal League, NorCal State Cup. We have not placed those leagues on the ladder, so they do not count above.
See how the whole ladder worksPrograms
The programs, age by age
These come from the club's site, grouped the way the club groups them. Your kid starts in the one that fits their age.
Panther Mini Cubs
1.5-2.5 yrs
Parent & Me soccer program designed for toddlers ages 18 mos. – 2.5 yrs to develop motor skills, coordination, and confidence while bonding with a parent or caregiver.
Panther Cubs
3-4 yrs
Parent & Me soccer program designed for children ages 18 mos. – 4 yrs to develop motor skills, coordination, and confidence while bonding with a parent or caregiver.
Junior Panther Academy
7-14 yrs
Introductory soccer program for boys and girls looking to improve their soccer skills in an age appropriate FUN learning environment.
Panther Academy
7-14 yrs
Development program for dedicated players ages 7-14 who would like to enhance their abilities through individual training opportunities or small group clinics that target specific areas of the game.
Fall Competitive Season
U8-U16 · 4v4, 7v7, 9v9, 11v11
High-level training, league play, and tournament experiences designed to develop skills, teamwork, and a winning spirit. Teams compete in the NorCal League from early August through mid-November.
NorCal
Spring Competitive Season
U8-U14 · 5v5, 7v7, 9v9
Eight weeks of high-energy training and weekend small-sided games in Norcal's Marin County Small-Sided League from early March into May.
NorCal
Winter Futsal
2018-2011 birth years · 5v5
Eight weeks of high-energy training and weekend games in the Marin Futsal League, designed for competitive-level players to sharpen skills and tactical awareness.
MCSFC Elite Soccer Clinic
2010-2019 birth years
Unique training experience featuring El Salvador National Team Head Coach Eric Acuña, providing players with the opportunity to learn directly from a national team coach.
Summer Camps
Soccer camps designed to enhance players' ball control, dribbling, passing, and shooting skills through team-building exercises and fun shooting competitions.
Tryouts
2026
Tryouts decide which travel team a kid plays on. Confirm the details on the club’s page before you go.
MLK Jr Park
- · white tee shirt
- · shorts
- · cleats
- · shin guards
- · water bottle
Coaching
Who coaches here
8 names from the club's own staff page. The titles and licenses are what the club lists.
Alvaro Pastor
Head Coach - Technical Director
Club Technical Director
Coached U8-U13 youth soccer since 2014 including a Team Academy Program and Bay Area youth soccer camps. Coached at International competitions including the Mundialito Tournament in Barcelona. Assistant Coach at Foothill College in Los Altos. Collegiate Level: Named offensive MVP for State Championship team at Foothill College. International Experience: Played in the Netherlands, in the third division for HV Quick. Competed in leagues and tournaments overseas in Germany, Sweden, Saint Maarten. Semi-Pro Leagues: Competed in semi-pro leagues in the SF Bay Area and greater Northern California.
USSF grassroots youth licenses including 4v4, 7v7, 9v9 and 11v11 · USSF D coaching license · La Liga Methodology Course Certificate
Fabricio Alfaro
Coach
2013 Panthers
Professional soccer player still under contract with the national team of El Salvador. Playing soccer at a young age he quickly advanced through the national team youth academy ranks and began his professional playing career in 2007. Professional Teams: Played for the following professional teams from 2007-2020: San Salvador FC, CD Chalatenango, Herediano, CD Atlético Marte, Santa Tecla FC, CD Luis Ángel Firpo, CD UES, CD Municipal Limeño, AD Isidrio Metápan. CD El Vencedor and CD Aguila. National Team: Played on the U20, U21 and Men's El Salvadorian National Teams
FIFA B License · AEFES D License · La Liga Methodology Course Certificate · USSF B License (in progress)
Leandro Castro
Coach
2016 Red Panthers, 2018 Panthers
Former professional soccer player from Brazil with more than 25 years of experience coaching youth athletes. Degree in Physical Education from UCB University in Brazil. Licensed by U.S. Soccer, and is certified in High Performance Training and Injury Prevention.
Degree in Physical Education from UCB University in Brazil
Multiple USSF coaching licenses including grassroots, 4v4, 7v7, 9v9 and 11v11 · Specializes in High Performance Training and Injury Prevention
Nestor Alfaro
Coach
2016 Yellow Panthers
Native of El Salvador, motivating and positive soccer coach who connects with children of all ages. Played professionally for several years with notable clubs such as Alianza F.C. (U-17 and U-20 divisions), C.D. UES U-20, and A.D. Isidro Metapán. Represented El Salvador's national team at the U-15, U-16, and U-17 levels. After his playing career, dedicated himself to coaching at youth academies, gaining extensive experience in developing young players to compete at high levels. Currently coaches younger teams and trains goalkeepers.
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration
USSF 4v4, 7v7, 9v9 and 11v11 Licenses · FEMECAD Goalkeeper Training Certified · CONCACAF Class C License · CONCACAF Class D License · La Liga Methodology Course Certificate
William Posada
Coach
2014 Panthers
Lauren Geismar
Coach
2017 Panthers
Grew up playing competitive soccer and has carried a lifelong passion for the game into coaching. Strong foundation in player development, focuses on helping young athletes grow both individually and as a team.
USSF Grassroots, 7v7 and 9v9 Licenses
Glenn Goodman
Coach
Played or coached soccer for over 60 years starting at the age of 8. Played scholastically, semi-professionally and at club levels. Played under United Soccer Coaches HOF coaches where he learned the importance of mastering basic skills and motions required to play and enjoy the game. Attended Pele Soccer Academy, All American Soccer Academy, KNVB @ Eindhoven/Maastricht Training group, Eastern Regional Soccer School. Coaching and Trainer Experience: Binghamton Soccer Club, Atlanta Nike Promo Scout, Roswell Soccer Club -1st Div, Mill Valley Soccer Club- Select, Mill Valley Rangers Trainer– SF Premier, Marin Catholic HS Vars, Tamalpais HS Trainer and Vars. Vestal HS 4-year Varsity and US NE Regional All-American, NE Regional Team at Oneonta '74 International Tournament, Empire State Games, Colgate University Div I 4-year Varsity- invited to NASL Tryouts Colorado Caribou/Fort Lauderdale Strikers/San Diego Sockers, Charlotte Lightening (precursor of Carolina Lightnin'), Atlanta Rovers (ADASL), Atlanta Chiefs Practice Squad (NASL), Marin Soccer League (Mayflower)
NSCAA Coaching License (A) Course Demonstration Player
Dominic Hertz
Coach
Growing up in the East Bay, developed a passion for soccer through competitive youth play before joining a U19 team at just 15 years old. Continued playing career through the semi-professional ranks in Northern California before earning the opportunity to compete professionally in the German fourth division with a club in Nuremberg. After returning to California, joined the historic San Francisco club El Farolito, where he competed in the U.S. Open Cup, facing elite opponents including FC Fuego and Sacramento Republic FC. More than 14 years of coaching experience, including the past four years coaching competitive youth soccer.
USSF Grassroots 7v7 and 11v11 Licenses · USSF D License
Where they play
2 fields
The fields the club lists as its own. Directions open in Google Maps, so you can check the drive before you sign up.
Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) ParkPrimary
610 Coloma St, Sausalito, CA
Marinship Park
1 field isn’t located on the map yet.
Fees
What it costs
What the club charges, from its own price list.
free
Add-ons
uniforms, hotels, travel expenses, Add $100 to season fees for teams training 3 days/week.
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