The St Louis metropolitan area has always been a hotbed for soccer in the United States, so we are excited to have the two best youth soccer clubs, Scott Gallagher and Metro United, from that area participating in U.S. Soccers Development Academy program. With the addition of the Academy programs, Scott Gallagher and Metro United have committed to providing the best possible player development environments for their players. The U.S. National Team programs look forward to working with both clubs on this exciting endeavor.

John Hackworth
National Team Head Coach
Under 17 Boys

Certainly, one of the secrets to our success was our abundance of skillful players. Virtually all of the boys varsity soccer players from Edwardsville High School train with the Metro FC Soccer Club. Known as one of the best clubs in the midwest, Metro FC provides players with superior technical and tactical training.

Mark Heiderscheid
Edwardsville High School Soccer Coach
2001 State Champions.

Metro United Soccer Club played a huge part in my development as a soccer player. With quality training provided, the club helped me to be the player I am today. I am now living my dream as a professional player in MLS.

Luke Kreamalmeyer - Edwardsville, IL
Metro United Alum and member of
Real Salt Lake of Major League Soccer

Metro United is known for good teams. It's the best soccer club in St. Louis. My skills have skyrocketed with Metro

Drew Sanders
Collinsville HS and DI Winthrop University

Dale, I really wanted to let you know that Keo and I appreciate everything you and the all the coaches at Metro have done and continue to do for our family on and off the field. Bringing the kids here to the Metro program has def been one of our best decisions ever !! I can't wait to see what the future holds for Mara & Seth.

Genny Keomanivane
Proud parent of FOUR Metro United players