City SC is a proud member of theΒ Girls Academy Aspire League (GA)
The Girls Academy Aspire League is a premier developmental platform created to elevate the next generation of elite female players. Built on the foundation of excellence established by the former U.S. Soccer Development Academy (DA) and enhanced by the standards of the Girls Academy (GA), the Aspire League provides a professional and supportive environment for aspiring collegiate and professional athletes.
This league was designed to maintain the integrity, competitiveness, and high performance standards of top-level youth soccer, while introducing new innovations that reflect the collective knowledge and experience of its member clubs. The GA Aspire League prioritizes player development, competitive balance, and flexibility to meet the unique needs of female athletes.
City SC has a long established tradition of developing elite level players and preparing them to compete at the highest levels in college and beyond. As a member of the Girls Academy (GA), we offer players access to the best coaching, resources and competition in the US.
League Purpose
The GA Aspire League brings together clubs affiliated with the Girls Academy as well as other top-tier programs recognized for their commitment to excellence in female player development. It offers a national platform that ensures consistent high-level competition while allowing clubs to retain their unique identity and developmental philosophies.
The Aspire League emphasizes:
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A unified commitment to developing top female players
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Enhanced flexibility, including:
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Permission for players to participate in high school soccer
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Adapted substitution rules to maximize development and showcase opportunities
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A collaborative environment among member clubs to share best practices and raise standards across the board
TRYOUT for CITY SC GIRLS ACADEMY PROGRAM
Players will be evaluated for our Girls academy program during tryouts (click here for latest tryout info), however, the recruitment process is ongoing. Typically players will be invited for a trial period of training with the current Academy team before being offered a spot with that team. Even though our tryouts may have been completed, we encourage any players who wish to come out and practice with these teams to please contact: adam@cityscsouthbay.com
2025/26 TEAM INFORMATION
| U13 Girls | 2013 GA Aspire | Head Coach: Talita Pereira |
| U13 Girls | 2012 GA Aspire | Head Coach: Talita Pereira |
| U15 Girls | 2011 GA Aspire | Head Coach: Adam Alkaysi |
| U16 Girls | 2010 GA Aspire | Head Coach: Stephen Merriwether |
| U17 Girls | 2009 GA Aspire | Head Coach: Adam Alkaysi |
| U19 Girls | 2007/08 GA Aspire | Head Coach: Nick Leach |
