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NextUp Program · High-Performance Pathway
Tier 1 · U13–U19 · Boys
NextUp Competitive
NextUp Competitive
Tier 1
MLS NEXT Academy Division · Regional & National
PSC's elite flagship program, one division below MLS Homegrown and the highest level a non-professional academy can compete in the country. Powered by the TOVO Methodology, players train 3–4 days per week in a high-accountability environment where attendance is required and impacts playing time and future invitations. Monthly sessions cover video analysis, tactical development, and sports psychology. All games are recorded on the MLS NEXT platform, giving college coaches direct access to player footage year-round. Regional and national travel is a required commitment. Players take real ownership as 3C players: Cognition, Competence, and Character. Rosters are fluid between Tier 1 and Tier 2 based on readiness and positional need.
PSC is currently working on adding a Tier 1 pathway for our girls program. More information will be shared as this develops.
Training
3–4 days/week
Games
1–2 per week
Tournaments
4–6 per year
Season
Aug – June
Season Fee
$2,650
Tier 2 · U13–U19 · Boys & Girls
NextUp Competitive
NextUp Competitive
Tier 2
Texas Academy League · Girls ECNL-RL · STYSA State Leagues · Top Tournaments
The second tier of PSC's NextUp Competitive platform, competing against the top clubs across Texas. Grounded in the same TOVO Methodology and 3C player framework as Tier 1, players train 3 days per week under a structured curriculum that demands high standards in commitment, attitude, and performance. Teams compete across Houston, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio in the Texas Academy League, Girls ECNL-RL, STYSA state leagues, and top tournaments. Rosters are fluid, with combined training sessions creating direct opportunities to step into Tier 1 based on form, readiness, and positional need throughout the season.
Training
3 days/week
Games
1–2 per week
Tournaments
4–6 per year
Season
Aug – June
Season Fee
$2,400
Foundation · U9–U12 Boys · U11–U12 Girls
NextUp Academy
Texas Academy League · Girls Academy U11–U12 · STX CL · EDPL · HYSA
The gateway to PSC's high-performance pathway, built for emerging players who show the potential and drive to one day compete at the elite level. Grounded in the TOVO Methodology, players train 3 days per week developing the 3C player: Cognition, Competence, and Character, across the most critical learning years. Teams compete locally across Texas with top tournaments throughout the state preparing players for the step up into NextUp Competitive. PSC's developmental pathway is long-term and continuous. Players who demonstrate the readiness to move up will be given that opportunity at the right time.
Training
3 days/week
Games
1–2 per week
Tournaments
4–6 per year
Season
Aug – May
Season Fee
$2,400
Competitive Program · Local & Regional Development
Competitive · U13–U19 · Boys & Girls
Select Competitive
Texas Academy League · EDPL · HYSA · South Texas & Houston Leagues
A serious, structured program for players committed to competing at a high level locally and regionally. Players train 2 days per week with licensed coaches following PSC's TOVO Methodology, developing as 3C players in Cognition, Competence, and Character. Teams compete in South Texas and Houston-area leagues with additional regional tournament opportunities. PSC develops well-rounded athletes who compete with confidence in a positive, high-standards environment. Not being selected for the NextUp platform at any given point does not define a player's ceiling. Development is long-term, and players are moved into the right environment at the right time.
Training
2 days/week
Games
1–2 per week
Tournaments
3–4 per year
Season
Aug – May
Season Fee
$1,985
Foundation · U8–U12 · Boys & Girls
Pre-NextUp Academy
EDPL · HYSA
The ideal starting point for younger players ready for structured, coached competition. Built on PSC's TOVO Methodology, players train 2 days per week in a fun and engaging environment during the golden age of learning. Focused on building technical confidence, decision-making, and a genuine love for the game, the curriculum develops the 3C player: Cognition, Competence, and Character. Teams compete locally through EDPL and HYSA with a clear pathway to NextUp Academy. PSC believes every player will develop and be placed in the right environment at the right time for them.
Training
2 days/week
Games
1–2 per week
Tournaments
3–4 per year
Season
Aug – May
Season Fee
$1,985
