Madison 56ers Executive Director Jess Nash attends U.S. Soccer’s 2026 herLENS Conference to explore female athlete development, coaching, and player well-being.
Boys and girls teams. Introductory competitive tier, focused on foundational technical development and local/regional league play.
U11-U12
Boys and girls teams. Regional level, with increased tactical training and travel for league and tournament play.
U13-U14
Boys and girls teams. State/Regional level, competing against established club programs across Wisconsin and neighboring states.
U15-U16
Boys and girls teams. Premier tier, with a demanding training schedule and exposure to college-recruiting-adjacent competition.
U17-U19
Boys and girls teams. Premier/Elite tier, the club's most advanced rosters, preparing players for the collegiate pathway.
Leagues & Platforms
Where Our Teams Compete
Madison 56ers competitive teams compete across recognized regional and national platforms, giving players consistent exposure to strong competition as part of their development pathway — not the entirety of the club's identity.
Regional League Weekly league play against clubs across Wisconsin, forming the foundation of each team's competitive season.
National Platform Select rosters participate in national-level events, giving players exposure to competition beyond the region.
State Cup Pathway An annual cup pathway where advancing rounds means facing the state's strongest teams at each age group.
Coaching & Competition Level
Coached to Compete
Competitive rosters are led by licensed coaches who run structured training sessions, prepare players for game day, and provide individualized feedback throughout the season. Coaching staff track development against clear benchmarks for each age group and tier.
Competition level on a Madison 56ers competitive team means regular travel, a consistent training schedule, and games against clubs that field similarly prepared rosters. Players should expect a season built around preparation, not casual participation.
Tryouts determine competitive team placement across all age groups. Register to secure your evaluation date and take the next step toward a Madison 56ers competitive roster.
