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Salvador Lopez

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Northern California

Player of the Year

ECNL U-15

We are thrilled to celebrate Salvador Lopez, coached by John Azevedo, on earning two of youth soccer's most prestigious honors: ECNL Northern California Player of the Year and selection to the U15 ECNL Boys All-American team.

These achievements recognize Salvador as one of the best players in Northern California and among the elite in the nation. His success reflects exceptional talent, unwavering dedication, and countless hours of hard work.

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Congratulations, Salvador! Your Sporting family couldn't be prouder!
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OUR LEGACY

50+ YEARS OF SUPPORTING COMPETITIVE YOUTH & AMATEUR SOCCER PLAYERS FROM ALL ECONOMIC BACKGROUNDS.

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ABOUT US

  • Santa Clara Sporting Soccer Club is a premier competitive youth soccer organization in Santa Clara, California, affiliated with the Santa Clara Youth Soccer League. As one of the oldest and most successful clubs in the United States, we've built a legacy of excellence spanning decades.

    With over 650 players across 35 teams (U8-U18), Santa Clara Sporting makes a significant impact at local, district, regional, and national levels. Our teams compete in ECNL, Girl’s Academy and NorCal Premier Soccer Leagues, consistently placing athletes in elite development programs.

  • 47 State Championships

    24 National Championships

    50 US Youth National Team Players

  • Our coaching staff boasts a track record of nurturing top-tier soccer talent, propelling players to compete at professional levels.

  • Sebastian Lletget

    US Men's National Team

    FC Dallas – MLS

    New England Revolution – MLS

    LA Galaxy – MLS

    West Ham United – English Premier League

    Joshua Cohen

    Atlanta United FC – MLS

    Maccabi Haifa – Israeli Premier League

    Julio Morales

    Mexico U-20 National Team

    Chivas De Guadalajara – Liga MX

    Chivas USA – MLS

    Andres Ochoa

    Assistant Coach – UCLA  Men's Soccer

    Leonard Griffin

    Head Coach – UC Berkley Men’s Soccer

  • Puma

    Futeballer

    Soccer Fit Gym

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“Watching my son and daughter play for Santa Clara Sporting for over three years has been a fun journey of shared passion and endless memories. These years have taught them the true essence of resilience, teamwork, and dedication.”

Sporting Parent

MATCH DAY Highlights

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