New Mexico Soccer Academy (NMSA)
Overview
New Mexico Soccer Academy (NMSA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth soccer club based in Albuquerque, NM (EIN: 46-5092378), established in 2014. The club is headquartered at 3500 Comanche Rd NE, Suite A4, Albuquerque, NM 87107.
NMSA has experienced exceptional growth since founding, expanding from a $17K/year startup to a $438K organization in under a decade. The club positions itself as New Mexico’s MLS Next pathway for boys and Girls Academy pathway for girls.
Possible relationship with Albuquerque United FC
Albuquerque United Football Club Ltd (EIN: 85-0363570) is registered at the same address (3500 Comanche NE) and reported $808K revenue in FY2025. This entity may be NMSA’s parent organization or a related entity. Further investigation needed.
Financials
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net Income | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $437,643 | $329,680 | $107,963 | $201,127 | $201,127 |
| 2022 | $295,759 | $282,853 | $12,906 | $93,164 | $93,164 |
| 2019 | $55,948 | $60,091 | -$4,143 | $7,325 | $7,325 |
| 2018 | $58,774 | $50,363 | $8,411 | $11,468 | $11,468 |
| 2017 | $44,599 | $44,587 | $12 | $3,057 | $3,057 |
| 2016 | $27,682 | $27,342 | $340 | $3,045 | $3,045 |
| 2015 | $17,266 | $23,651 | -$6,385 | $2,699 | $2,699 |
| 2014 | $17,502 | $8,418 | $9,084 | $9,084 | $9,084 |
Source: ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, 990/990-EZ filings (HIGH)
Key observations:
- Revenue CAGR (2014-2023): ~43% — extraordinary growth, though from a tiny base
- Revenue jumped from $56K (2019) to $296K (2022) to $438K (2023) — 7.8x in 4 years
- FY2023 showed strong profitability ($108K net, 24.7% margin) — unusual for youth clubs
- Zero liabilities across all years — very conservative financial management
- 2020-2021 data missing (likely COVID impact / didn’t file)
If AUFC ($808K FY2025) is the parent entity, combined revenue could be $1.2M+, making NMSA/AUFC comparable in scale to NM Rapids.
Teams & Players
- Boys programs compete in MLS Next
- Girls programs compete in Girls Academy
- Also fields teams in Women’s Premiere Soccer League
- Competes in EA National Championships
- Player count unknown but estimated at 300-500 based on revenue (LOW)
League Affiliations
| League | Gender | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| MLS Next | Boys | Primary competitive pathway |
| Girls Academy | Girls | |
| EA (Elite Academy) | Both | National Championships participant |
| Duke City Soccer League | Both | Local competition |
Facilities
Unknown — club website (Wix-based) did not render readable content. Address is 3500 Comanche Rd NE, Suite A4 — likely an office location, not a training facility.
Leadership
No leadership names identified from available sources. Club website structure suggests a technical director and coaching staff but names were not extractable from the Wix platform.
College Placement
Unknown.
Competitive Position
NMSA is the #2 competitive club in New Mexico and the only MLS Next club in the state. Key differentiators:
- MLS Next affiliation (unique in NM) provides a distinct pathway from NM Rapids’ ECNL
- Rapid revenue growth suggests strong demand for the MLS pathway
- Girls Academy membership overlaps with NM Rapids — direct competition on the girls’ side
- Younger organization (est. 2014) vs. NM Rapids (est. 2001)
Scholarship/foundation arm: The New Mexico Soccer Foundation (EIN: 27-1098330) supports NMSA players with scholarship fundraising.
Industry Context
NMSA occupies a distinct niche as New Mexico’s MLS Next pathway club, providing a competitive alternative to NM Rapids’ ECNL Boys program. Key observations:
- MLS Next affiliation is strategically complementary to the ECNL pathway already held by NM Rapids
- Rapid growth trajectory suggests strong demand for the MLS Next model in the Albuquerque market
- At $438K revenue (FY2023), the club is considerably smaller than NM Rapids but growing quickly
- Strong margins (24.7% net in FY2023) suggest efficient operations for a young organization
Market dynamics: With both ECNL Boys (NM Rapids) and MLS Next (NMSA) present in New Mexico, Albuquerque families have dual elite pathway options for boys — an unusual degree of pathway diversity for a market this size. On the girls’ side, both clubs hold Girls Academy memberships, creating direct competition.
Open Questions
- Who leads NMSA? Technical director, board members?
- What is the relationship between NMSA (EIN 46-5092378) and Albuquerque United FC (EIN 85-0363570)?
- What is the fee structure by program level?
- How many teams/players are in the MLS Next program specifically?
- FY2024 and FY2025 revenue — is growth continuing?