What It Means for Our Dallas Surf Community
The USYS National League is the competitive platform many of our Dallas Surf teams participate in each year. It plays an important role in our player development pathway by providing meaningful games, strong opponents, and opportunities on a national stage.
This month, we take a closer look at what the league offers our players and highlight the recent success of our 11G Evans group, who earned a place in the postseason after a strong showing at the Winter Event.
What Makes the USYS National League Stand Out
Regional Play With Real Purpose
Teams compete against strong opponents within the Frontier region, facing clubs from North Texas, Houston, and Austin. Every match has consequence, creating a competitive and engaging experience for players and families.
Pathways to National Competition
Teams can advance out of regional play and earn spots in National League showcases. These events feature top programs from across the country and provide meaningful competition and high visibility.
A Development-Focused Environment
The National League’s structure supports consistent, challenging games that help players progress technically, tactically, and mentally.
A True National Scope
The National League is one of the largest competitive player development platforms in the United States, connecting teams from every region.
Robust Recruiting Opportunities – Girls & Boys Winter Events
The Girls Winter Event in November drew 94 college coaches from across the country, representing NCAA Division I, Division II, Division III, NJCAA, and NAIA programs. This level of attendance highlights the strong recruiting value built into the National League.
The Boys Event welcomed an impressive range of scouts, including professional team scouts from Italian club Como, alongside almost 40 coaches from NCAA Division I through NJCAA and NAIA. These opportunities give our players meaningful visibility at all levels of the game.
Highlighting Recent Success
Our 11G Evans group made the most of their National League opportunity. They performed well at the Winter Event in Arizona, playing tough competition from California, Washington and Texas. Earning two important wins, and securing a place in the postseason. It’s a good example of how meaningful games and real competition support our players’ growth.
For our Dallas Surf members, the USYS National League is more than a schedule of games. It’s a competitive environment that challenges players, exposes them to new demands, and supports long term development. We’re proud to provide this pathway for our families and proud of how our players continue to rise to the challenge.
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Questions? Contact our National League Director, Rich Evans – revans@dallassurf.com
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