Leagues

ECNL

A premier national league, top tier for girls, near-top for boys.

The Elite Clubs National League is a leading college-recruiting platform. It is the top tier for girls and a clear second behind MLS NEXT for boys. Unlike MLS NEXT, ECNL allows players to also play high school soccer.

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Related terms

ECNL Regional League
The competitive tier directly beneath national ECNL.
Girls Academy
A top-tier girls platform, governed by its member clubs.
MLS NEXT
The top boys competition platform, run by Major League Soccer.

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