Arlington Soccer Association
Overview
Founded in 1970, Arlington Soccer Association (ASA) is one of Northern Virginia’s largest and most established youth soccer organizations, serving over 9,000 children annually in Arlington, Virginia. ASA operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN: 23-7284150) and offers programs from recreational (U4) through elite competitive (U19).
Arlington County is one of the wealthiest jurisdictions in the United States, with median household incomes well above $100K, making this an extremely high-value market for per-player economics.
Financials
| Metric | FY2024 (Jun) | FY2023 (Jun) |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $9,162,243 | $7,558,147 |
| Expenses | $9,085,366 | $7,576,877 |
| Net Income | $76,877 | -$18,730 |
| Net Assets | $3,094,109 | $3,017,232 |
Confidence: HIGH (990 filing)
Revenue grew 21% YoY, from 9.2M. Program services account for 93%+ of revenue. The club runs near breakeven, reinvesting into programs. Net assets of $3.1M provide reasonable reserves.
Teams & Players
~600 teams, 9,000 players. Includes recreational, pre-travel, and competitive travel tiers.
League Affiliations
- ECNL (National League)
- USL Youth
- Super Y League
- Virginia Presidents Cup / Virginia State Cup
- DC United Pathway 2 Pro affiliate
Facilities
- AC Turf — Primary turf facility
- Bishop Field, Crosby Field, Florence Field, Hills Hill Field, Hurd Field, North Union (Lussianno) Field, Peirce Field (HS Turf)
- Arlington County’s field inventory is constrained by urban density — most fields are shared with schools and county parks.
Leadership
Club staff and board operate the organization. Specific executive leadership names not confirmed in current research.
College Placement
Track record not specifically documented but ECNL National League and showcase participation provides strong exposure.
Competitive Position
ASA is the dominant club in Arlington County with no local competitor of similar scale. Its proximity to DC and the Pentagon corridor means it draws from an extremely affluent, education-focused demographic. The club’s ECNL national affiliation and DC United P2P partnership position it at the top of the Northern Virginia hierarchy.
SYNRGY Relevance
High-value acquisition target. $9.2M revenue in one of America’s wealthiest zip codes. ECNL national affiliate. 9,000 players. The per-player economics here are likely among the best in the country given Arlington’s demographics. DC United P2P affiliation adds professional pathway credibility. Facility constraints (urban Arlington) may limit growth but also create a competitive moat.
Open Questions
- Who are the key executives / board members? Names not in public data.
- What is the fee structure per player by level?
- What is the competitive team count vs recreational?
- How deep is the DC United P2P integration? Does it meaningfully affect player recruitment?
- Annual report available on website — should be retrieved for more detail.