Springs Soccer Club Welcomes Jonathan Palmer!

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GIVE A HUGE WELCOME to Jonathan Palmer, our new Club Technical Advisor! We've brought in an elite leader to elevate our program, and his resume truly speaks for itself.

Jonathan brings extensive experience from the grassroots level all the way up to the United States Soccer Federation Youth National Team Program and Senior Men's National Team.

He has a proven track record of success, which includes:

In a previous Technical Director role at the Dallas Texans Soccer Club, he oversaw the Boys Academy Program (originally DA, currently ECNL) During his tenure, the club achieved a #2 ECNL National Ranking in 2024 and 2021, a #3 ranking in 2023, and teams reached the ECNL National Championship Semi-Finals multiple times, including the U19 team in 2024 and 2023

His experience with the United States Soccer Federation includes being the Senior Men's National Team Performance Analyst Coach and the U17 Men's National Team Performance Analyst Coach, where he contributed to the FIFA U17 MNT World Cup in 2017.

He is also a holder of the prestigious United States Soccer Federation National 'A' Coaching License.

Jonathan's superior leadership and program management skills are coming to Springs Soccer Club!

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Springs Soccer Club Joins MLS Next

March 9, 2026

A New Era for Springs Soccer Club: We’ve Joined MLS NEXT ACADEMY DIVISION! We are thrilled to announce a historic milestone for our community: Springs Soccer Club is officially joining MLS NEXT Academy Division for the 2026-2027 season! This acceptance into the premier youth developmental platform in North America marks a transformative era for our club. By joining this elite network, SSC aligns its training curriculum with global standards, ensuring our Boys’ Academy players have unparalleled access to the highest levels of competition, scouting, and professional pathways. Why MLS NEXT? MLS NEXT represents the gold standard of youth soccer in the United States and Canada. It is a collaborative environment focused on innovation and elite player development. The National Stage: MLS NEXT features over 90% of current youth national team player pools. Professional Pathways: Players receive direct exposure to MLS Pro Academy scouts, US Youth National Team coaches, and top-tier collegiate programs. Holistic Growth: The program focuses on more than just "wins"—it prioritizes coaching, individual growth, and preparing athletes for their futures both in soccer and in life. What This Means for Our Players Our transition to MLS NEXT ensures that talent meets opportunity. Starting in the 2026-2027 season, SSC will field six teams at the U13, U14, U15, U16, U17, and U19 levels. The SSC MLS NEXT Experience includes: Elite Training: 4 high-intensity practices per week following a world-class curriculum. National Competition: A 10-month season featuring approximately 30 league games and national showcases. Advanced Analytics: Use of VEO game recordings and Individual Player Development Plans (IDP) to track progress. Pro-Level Environment: Players will follow a strict physical periodization model to maximize performance and recovery.