From U4 to U23+ our programs create opportunities for long-term development for players of all ages and skill levels. And create lifelong love of the game!
"SOCCER FOR ALL" IS OUR MISSION
“Soccer For All” means that DEFC provides elite players the opportunity to play at the highest level of league and tournament play as well as the opportunity for players on all levels to train and compete in the appropriate environment for their continued development and enjoyment of the game. DEFC creates a customized approach that meets the real needs of all our players and their families.
With more than 3500 players (1,400+ competitive players and over 2,100+ recreational players) and satellite campuses throughout the state, DEFC delivers appropriate age and skill level programming for all players throughout the State of Delaware as well as bordering States.
“We cater the experience to the level of the team. Better the team, the more aggressive we will be attending higher level tournaments and higher level leagues. Lower level teams will choose a diet more appropriate to their team. All teams and ages are very different.”
Justin Romano | DEFC Director of Coaching
COLLEGE PATHWAY
DEFC has a long track record of placing players at all collegiate levels as well as several players at the professional level. Our experienced staff understands the process of recruitment through college and pro-level identification. DEFC provides a pathway for high school players and families who aspire to play at the college level. Players are provided resources to help navigate the recruiting and ID process and are offered opportunities to be seen and evaluated by college coaches.
Given our long history and track record of developing and placing players at the collegiate level we also know the reality of and the percentage of club soccer players playing at the collegiate level. Unlike many so-called “Elite” clubs we do not make false promises of a collegiate career. What we do promise is to provide the development, training, competition, and resources to our players who are interested in playing at the collegiate level.