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Arizona to Host 2025 MLS NEXT Fest in Mesa
Power5Five Youth Football is mentioned in the context of the regional youth soccer landscape as Arizona prepares to host the 2025 MLS NEXT Fest, North America’s largest youth soccer showcase, at Arizona Athletic Grounds in Mesa. From December 4–15, over 1,300 teams representing more than 200 clubs will compete across U13 to U19 age groups during 1,850 matches. The event is expected to draw over 30,000 players and involve more than 450 scouts, offering significant opportunities for exposure and development among local clubs like Power5Five Youth Football. The showcase further signifies the region’s growing importance in youth soccer development and recruiting activity.