Columbus Crew

At the foundation of Crew SC’s player development system, made up of the Crew SC Academy (CSCA) and Crew SC Player Development teams, is the belief that the long-range success of the program is critical to the growth of soccer in the United States in general, and to the Ohio and Central Ohio markets specifically.


The Crew SC Player Development system is committed to creating an unparalleled environment for young players that will help instill a lifelong passion and connection to the game. Providing truly unique experiences and building an aspirational model that includes access to the finest coaches and role models, age specific curriculum, programming, competition, opportunities and facilities in the country are all critical parts of the system.

Major League Soccer charted new territory among major professional sports leagues in the U.S. in 2006 by launching a league-mandated youth development initiative that enables - and incentivizes - teams to acquire, outside of the annual MLS Super Draft, top young players that they’ve developed from their respective home territories, which is the State of Ohio in Crew SC’s case. These youth teams and systems throughout the country provide talented young players with professional aspirations a unique opportunity to pursue their dreams, while staying close to home and continuing their education.

From the program’s inception in 2006, the Crew SC Player Development system now serves over 2,000 boys and girls players at all levels throughout Ohio and Michigan – including nearly 1,100 in Central Ohio.

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