League Vision
Vision: Beginning with its inaugural 2026–2027 season, the PDL League introduces a structured, local competition tier for teams seeking to compete within the US Club Soccer platform. Aligned with the South Texas Champions League (STXSCL) pathway, PDL provides clubs with an accessible entry point into a team-based competition model, supporting long-term player and team development within both US Club Soccer and broader U.S. Soccer competition frameworks.
Application Process
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Complete your official application through GotSport & select your desired competition level.
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Registration is required, no exceptions.
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Open to all clubs, regardless to PDF Membership status.
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Submission does not guarantee placement.
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Team placement confirmations begin July 1, 2026.
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Details on fees, roster requirements, and US Club Soccer compliance will follow upon acceptance.
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All clubs/organizations participating in PDL must be members of US Club Soccer.
US Club Soccer Membership
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If your club/organization is already a US Club Soccer Member, no action is needed at this time.
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New to US Club - US Club Soccer membership and provisioning must be complete before player and staff registration (which opens June 1, 2026), and other administrative items may begin.
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To learn more: https://usclubsoccer.org/join
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Important Dates
Season Format: Year-round league with Fall & Spring Seasons
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Fall 2026 Season: Sep - Nov 2026
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Spring 2027 Season: Feb - Apr 2027
Application Opens: June 1, 2026
Application Closes: August 7, 2026
League Information
Age Groups: U11-U12 Boys & Girls
Levels: L1 (Competitive), L2 (Development)
US Club Sanctioned League: Valid US Club competitive player card required
Roster Felxibility: Up to 25 players per roster; max 16 per game; club pass players permitted
Schedule Conflicts: The league manages all game scheduling and prioritizes resolving coaching conflicts and dual-rostered player considerations.
Travel: All games played within the San Antonio metro area
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League Fees
Team Fees per Seasonal Year: $1,800
Includes
Team Registration Fee: $100
Game Fees: $105 per game
Game Scheduling: We schedule 8-games per season with a 7-game guarantee. Rain-outs may be played on weeknights.
Does Not Include
Roster Felxibility: Up to 25 players per roster; max 16 per game; club pass players permitted
US Club Player Card Fees: U11 ($19.95) & U12 ($25.25)
Travel: All games played within the San Antonio metro area
League FAQs
Teams register for the full seasonal year (Fall & Spring). Spring-only registrations are also accepted.
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Seasonal Year (Fall & Spring)
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Registration Deadline: August 7, 2026
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Spring Only
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Registration Deadline: January 15, 2027
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League 1 & League 2
League 1 is the top competitive division, while League 2 serves as the developmental division. Clubs may register teams in the division that best fits their level of play. The league will monitor results throughout the season, and teams in League 2 demonstrating strong performance may be promoted to League 1 to maintain competitive balance.
We hold a league scheduling meetings to coordinate all games, prioritizing coaching conflicts and shared player/pool considerations.
League Fees
Team Fees per Seasonal Year: $1,800
Seasonal: $940
League Fee Includes:
Team Registration Fee: $100
Game Fees: $105 per game
Game Scheduling: We schedule 8-games per season with a 7-game guarantee. Rain-outs may be played on weeknights.
League Fees Do Not Include:
Player Card Fees
US Club Player Card is Required
U11: $19.95
U12: $25.25
League Leadership & Member Clubs
The PDL is operated by the PDF Board of Directors (Member Clubs), alongside the League Commissioner who oversees day-to-day operations and league administration. Together, they provide governance, scheduling oversight, and establish standards of play to ensure a structured and consistent league experience. PDF Member Clubs are deeply committed to a player-first environment and work collaboratively to deliver a competitive, development-focused platform. While the PDL league is open to all clubs, the PDF Member Clubs and league leadership provide the foundation, direction, and integrity that guide the league.