McLean Youth Soccer
Overview
Founded in 2002, McLean Youth Soccer (MYS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN: 80-0015698) based in McLean, Virginia, serving approximately 2,787 players (1,087 travel + 1,700 recreational) ages 3-18. McLean is one of the wealthiest communities in Northern Virginia.
Financials
| Metric | FY2024 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $4,366,062 |
| Expenses | $4,369,614 |
| Net Assets | $180,075 |
Confidence: HIGH (990 filing)
Runs near breakeven. Relatively thin net asset position ($180K) for a $4.4M revenue club.
Teams & Players
2,787 total players. ~1,087 travel, ~1,700 recreational/youth.
Fee structure (2025-26):
- GA Aspire / NAL: $2,700
- GA / MLS Next New Tier: $3,000
League Affiliations
- Girls Academy (joining 2025-26 — two teams per age group U13-U19)
- MLS Next (boys)
- ECNL-RL (through VPSL, via FVU alliance)
- Part of Virginia Union FC ECNL alliance with Springfield SYC
Facilities
- Holladay Field, Ken Lawrence Field, Lewinsville Park Fields, Linway Terrace Park, Police Field, Quantum Field, Spring Hill Recreation Center, various school fields.
Leadership
- Louise Waxler — Executive Director
Industry Context
McLean Youth Soccer operates in one of the wealthiest communities in the United States, with $4.4M in revenue and affiliations across Girls Academy and MLS Next pathways. The thin net asset position ($180K on $4.4M revenue) suggests the club runs at near-breakeven, typical of community nonprofit clubs that reinvest program surplus back into operations. Membership in the FVU ECNL alliance alongside BRYC, Valor, VIVA, and VYS reflects the broader Northern Virginia trend toward alliance-based national pathway access rather than standalone club investment in top-tier league entry.
Open Questions
- What is the Virginia Union FC / Springfield SYC alliance structure?
- How does the FVU membership affect standalone value?