BRSC Joins MLS Next New Competition Tier in Fall
The Baton Rouge Soccer Club (BRSC) d/b/a Louisiana ELITE Soccer Program (LESP) is excited to announce that we will be joining MLS NEXT’s new competition tier in fall 2025!
Baton Rouge, LA –2/27/25 – Baton Rouge Soccer Club (BRSC) is proud to announce that we will be joining the groundbreaking new MLS NEXT Competition Tier in September 2025. This move continues to offer our players an unparalleled opportunity to compete at the highest levels of youth soccer in North America.
As one of the select clubs invited to participate in this new tier, BRSC continues its commitment to player development, elite competition, and creating pathways to collegiate, professional, and national team opportunities. MLS NEXT represents the future of youth soccer, and we are thrilled to be part of this evolution.
“This is an exciting opportunity for Baton Rouge Soccer Club and our entire soccer community,” said Louie Smothermon, Executive Director for the Baton Rouge Soccer Club. “Joining MLS NEXT’s new competition tier solidifies our commitment to developing top-level players and providing them with the best possible opportunities to showcase their talent.”
The MLS NEXT new competition tier will provide divisional and conference competitions, regional competitions, showcase events, MLS Cup and MLS Fest for our teams. This opportunity will elevate the level of play for BRSC’s top players and others from the state and Gulf South, providing the chance to compete against top national talent while gaining exposure to professional scouts, college coaches, and national team programs.
More details, including tryout dates and program updates, will be announced in the coming days. As we prepare for this exciting new chapter, we invite our community to join us in celebrating this historic moment for Baton Rouge Soccer Club.
For more information, please contact:
Trent Bland
BRSC Director of Marketing
