Collaborative Scheduling

NextGen Birmingham is a collaborative schedule formed by leading clubs across the Birmingham area to provide a more intentional and 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 a unified commitment from clubs to improve the competitive landscape.

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

Important Dates

• Registration Deadline - June 15, 2026
• Final Schedule Release - August 1, 2026

Fall 2026 Play Dates

• August 22–23
• September 12–13
• September 19–20
• October 3–4
• October 31 – November 1

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.