American River FC (ARFC) is fundamentally changing Competitive Soccer in Northern California to a new and very exciting direction; focusing 100% on the players, parents, and families. As with many sports, Soccer, especially at the competitive level, has areas that need considerable improvement. After intently listening and taking into consideration the needs of parents, families, and most importantly the player, American River Youth Soccer League (ARYSL) believes we have a program that will change the competitive soccer world in a very fundamental, dynamic, and extremely positive way.

By focusing on the needs of our audience, we have built a program that takes into account financial burdens, time constraints, family time, school priorities, and the general physical and mental well being of the player. By developing a program that offers soccer at half the cost, practice facilities that are close in proximity and consistent throughout the year, coaches that stress fundamentals with advance teachings of both technical and tactical skills based on the age of the player, ARFC believes we have a program that is second to none.

ARFC is the Division 1 competitive soccer program for the ARYSL and is affiliated with both CYSA-North (USYS-USSF) and US Club Soccer. As we are members of USYS and US Club Soccer our members can participate in sanctioned events of either organization. Our membership is primarily from the communities of Fair Oaks, Folsom, Orangevale and Rancho Cordova and sections of Carmichael and Citrus Heights.

Club costs are soaring while the economy is struggling. Clubs with high overhead and politics keep talented and motivated players at a disadvantage or without a club, as the stigma of competitive soccer as a rich kids sport grows. ARYSL will provide the same benefits of the big money clubs for half the cost.

Tryouts Start January 9th
Are you a soccer player interested in taking your skills to the next level? Then, tryout for American River FC. The Club offers a fun, exciting soccer environment while focusing on team building and individual development. Check out our website for more information about the club. American River FC tryout schedule for boys and girls age groups U9-U14 is available in our Tryouts section. You can avoid the hassles of tryout registration by pre-registering.

Coaching Staff
Check our coaches and team sections. Feel free to contact the coach in your age group for additional information.

Monica Gerardo to be Director of Coaching
American River FC is pleased to annound that Monica Gerardo is our new Director of Coaching. See Full Story.