Collaborative Scheduling

NextGen Birmingham is a collaborative schedule created by leading clubs across the Birmingham area to provide a more intentional, development-focused competition model for Academy players.

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Why NextGen Birmingham

• Reduced travel across the Birmingham area
• Balanced and competitive matchups
• Flexible, club-driven scheduling
• Consistent and professional game environments
• Greater control over player development pathways

Collaborative Standard

NextGen Birmingham reflects clubs' unified commitment to improving the competitive landscape.

• Aligned leadership.
• Intentional scheduling.
• Higher standards across the board.

Important Dates

• Registration Deadline - December 15, 2026
• Final Schedule Release - January 15, 2026

Spring 2027 Play Dates

• Feb 6-7
• Feb 13-14
• Feb 20-21
• March 6-7 - Girls Only
• March 13-14 - Boys Only
• April 10-11
• May 1-2

Scheduling Agreement

• Participating clubs agree to prioritize established NextGen Birmingham play dates whenever possible and to avoid scheduling tournaments, friendlies, or events that may disrupt scheduling, referee assignments, or match commitments.
• Clubs understand that repeated scheduling conflicts or cancellations may impact future participation.

About

NextGen Birmingham is an independent scheduling network—not a sanctioned or insured soccer league. Participating teams independently arrange and conduct their matches and are responsible for their own players, insurance, fields, officials, and organizational permissions. 

Learn More

For team placement, schedules, and program details, please contact your club directly or click to email here.