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ECFC Launches Elite Academy Program for 2026–27 Season
Emerald City Football Club (ECFC) has officially launched its Elite Academy (EA) Program, with tryouts scheduled for the 2026–27 season. The club plans to add six new boys’ teams, from U13 to U18/19, to compete in the nationally recognized EA League, offering a higher level of competition compared to its existing participation in the Washington Premier League. ECFC will continue fielding Green, White, and Blue teams across age groups in the WPL, providing developmental pathways for players at different levels. The club also expressed intentions to join the Girls Academy League in the future. The tryouts for the new elite teams are set for winter and spring.