SoCal Elite FC Summer College ID Camp

SoCal Elite FC is hosting a two-day men's ID camp on July 23–24, 2026, at Ayala Park in Chino, California. The camp runs 8am to 4pm each day and accepts players ages 13–20 regardless of club affiliation. It is a day camp (no overnight housing), costing $250 for training only or $350 if you add the College Showcase games on July 25–26. Coaches from UC Berkeley, UCLA, Cal State Fullerton, and other programs will be on site. This is the camp's sixth year.

The age range and open enrollment suggest this is a broad exposure event rather than a targeted elite recruiting venue. The participation of UC Berkeley and UCLA signals Division I interest, but the inclusion of players as young as 8th graders and the multi-division format mean the coaching staff will be evaluating a wide range of development levels. Families exploring whether their son has D1 potential, or looking for a low-pressure introduction to college recruiting camps, will find value in the roster of visiting coaches. Rising sophomores and juniors on a clear D1 trajectory will get less direct attention than at single-division or higher-tier camps.

Recruit should know that the head coach of SoCal Elite FC does not attend, so the evaluation is conducted by visiting college coaches rather than the host organization's leadership. The two-day format provides more training and film time than a single-day session, which is useful for coaches to assess improvement and consistency. The optional showcase component (July 25–26) offers game film in front of the same college staff, though it is a paid add-on. No recent reviews are available to speak to participant experience. At $250–$350, the cost is moderate for a multi-day camp with college coaching exposure.

This camp fits families with 8th through 12th graders curious about college soccer and wanting exposure to multiple Division I, II, and III programs in a single venue. It is less suitable for committed prospects on a narrow timeline pursuing specific scholarship offers, or for players seeking intensive evaluation by a single program's staff. If you are registering, note that there is no published deadline, so early sign-up is wise to ensure a roster spot.