New England Surf is proud to announce that its State Boys Navy teams have been officially accepted into the MLS NEXT New Tier league for the 2025/26 season. This milestone marks a significant step forward for the club as it continues to provide top-tier opportunities for its players, ensuring their development and exposure to the highest levels of youth competition.

Kyle Bak, New England Surf’s State Boys Director, emphasized the importance of this achievement:

“This announcement marks a significant milestone for the club. In just five years, we have demonstrated unwavering ambition and dedication to providing our players and families with the best possible opportunities, and we are proud to continue that trend with the exciting addition of our State Boys Navy teams being accepted into the MLS NEXT New Tier league for the 2025/26 season.

This is a huge step forward not only for our U13 to U19 State Boys teams, who will be competing in this prestigious league come fall, but also for our younger Regional players who now have a clear pathway towards MLS NEXT. Our State Navy teams have grown tremendously through their experiences in the USYS National League and the ECNL Regional League, and we are eager to see them face off against the top local and national competition in MLS NEXT.

With this move, we’re setting the stage for future success and opening doors for more players to reach their full potential. The journey is just beginning, and we can’t wait to see where this next chapter takes us!”

A New Era of Competition

The inclusion of New England Surf’s State Boys Navy teams in MLS NEXT New Tier means that players will now have access to one of the most competitive youth soccer environments in the country. The league is designed to offer elite-level matchups, pushing players to their limits and preparing them for the next step in their soccer journeys—whether it be collegiate, professional, or beyond.

By joining MLS NEXT New Tier, New England Surf’s U13 to U19 teams will face off against some of the most talented clubs in the region, including:

• Bayside FC
• Connecticut Rush
• FC Greater Boston Bolts
• Ginga FC
• IFA West
• Intercontinental FA
• NEFC
• NEFC South
• New England Surf SC
• New York Elite Alleycats FC
• New York Rush
• Oakwood Soccer Club
• Rhode Island Surf SC
• Rochester NY FC Academy
• Seacoast United Bedford
• Seacoast United Mass
• Syracuse Development Academy
• Valeo Futbol Club

This opportunity further strengthens New England Surf’s player pathway, allowing athletes to consistently challenge themselves against top competition while receiving the highest level of coaching and developmental resources.

What This Means for the Future

For New England Surf’s younger players, this is a game-changing development. The move to MLS NEXT New Tier provides a clear pathway for regional players to progress to the highest levels within the club. It also serves as an incredible recruitment tool, attracting top talent eager to compete at the highest youth levels while maintaining access to New England Surf’s exceptional training and developmental support.

With a commitment to excellence, New England Surf continues to push boundaries, ensuring that its players have every opportunity to reach their full potential. This is only the beginning, and the club is ready to embrace this next challenge on the national stage.