U18 GIRLS & BOYS

Available U17-U18 Registration

U18 Player Pathway

"Next Level Stage"

Stage of Development

U18 players prepare for their next step by maximizing their development in a competitive environment. Whether pursuing college soccer, continuing to compete, or concluding their youth career, the focus is on leaving BFC ready for success on and off the pitch.

Primary Focus

• Maximizing technical, tactical, physical, and mental development
• Performing consistently in competitive environments
• Preparing for college soccer and other post-youth opportunities
• Leading through experience, accountability, and professionalism

What Success Looks Like

U18 players leave Burlington FC prepared for whatever comes next. They graduate from the club as confident competitors, resilient teammates, and young adults equipped to succeed both on and off the pitch.

Team Formation

Teams are intentionally formed based on player performance, commitment, competitive level, and long-term goals. Placement reflects each player's readiness and the environment that will best support their continued development.

Competition & Travel

U18 players compete in high-level leagues, regional events, tournaments, and showcases appropriate to their goals. Travel is purposeful and designed to provide meaningful competitive experiences and, when appropriate, opportunities for college exposure.

Player Placement

Players are placed in environments that best support their next step, whether that is collegiate soccer, continued competitive play, or finishing their youth career in a challenging and rewarding team environment.

Program

U18 Winter/Spring

Team Program

The BFC Winter/Spring Team Programs for U17 & U18 Girls & Boys provide players with consistent training, meaningful competition, and a clear pathway for continued development throughout the year. The program is designed to help players build technical skills, improve game understanding, and develop the confidence and resilience needed to compete at their highest level.

Teams train regularly from December through June, combining structured player development with league play, tournaments, and other competitive opportunities appropriate to each age group and stage of development. Younger players focus on building strong technical foundations and a love of the game, while older players are challenged through increasingly competitive training and match environments.

During the winter months, teams train indoors to maintain continuity and maximize player development. As the weather improves in the spring, teams transition outdoors and continue preparing for league play, tournaments, and other competitive experiences. Team competition schedules are determined based on age group, player development needs, and team goals.

Whether a player is seeking a local developmental experience or a more competitive pathway, Burlington FC provides an environment where players can continue to grow, compete, and pursue their potential throughout the year.

Winter Training (December-March)

• 2 trainings a week @ Shelburne Field House

Spring Training (April-June)

• 2 trainings a week @ UVM Livak Field

Vermont Premier League Matches (May-June)

• Home matches @ UVM Centennial & Virtue Fields
• Away matches @ Various Locations

U18 Program Cost: $1445

• Includes: Trainings, Vermont Premier League, 1 Local Tournament

Additional Fees:

• Uniform Kit (Light Blue Jersey, Dark Blue Jersey, Dark Blue Shorts, 2 Socks and Training Top): $160 approx. New uniforms items will be made available for purchase at Soccer Post Burlington.)
• Winter Indoor Soccer League Fee (per session as necessary): $90-$100
• Extra Tournaments Fee: $75-$175 per event (includes Registration, Coach Stipend, etc.)