Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Youth Soccer Development
Lonestar Soccer Club has been a cornerstone of youth soccer development in Central Texas since its inception in 2004 through the merger of several local clubs. Our organization is built on core values of sportsmanship, leadership, integrity, discipline, excellence, and respect, which guide every aspect of our player development programs. With a focus on holistic training, we prioritize technical, tactical, physical, and psychological growth, ensuring players are equipped to succeed both on and off the field. Our experienced staff, many of whom have played or coached at high levels, serves as accountable role models, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. We maintain a proactive attacking style of play rooted in four key moments of soccer: attack, transition to defense, defense, and transition to attack.Through annual periodization and age-appropriate curricula, we develop players from U5 to U19, preparing them for national, professional, and collegiate opportunities. Our commitment to accessibility ensures every young player in Austin, San Antonio, and surrounding areas has the opportunity to participate regardless of background. With over 4,000 recreational participants and specialized programs like our Jr. Academy and College Placement initiative, we combine grassroots engagement with elite development pathways. Our partnerships with institutions like Dell Children's Medical Group demonstrate our dedication to player safety and comprehensive care. As a leader in Central Texas youth soccer, we maintain affiliations with USL teams and organize major tournaments that attract national attention.
Services
Youth Soccer Leagues
College Placement Program
Jr. Academy Training
Competitive Tournaments
Sports Medicine Services
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined coaching experience across our professional staff
- Our College Placement program has successfully guided hundreds of players to NCAA divisions
- Player-centric development model with age-specific technical training curricula
- Multiple program tiers serving 4,000+ players across Central Texas
- Exclusive medical partnership with Dell Children's Sports Medicine program
Services
Recreational Soccer
Our Recreational Soccer program serves players aged 3-19 across Central Texas. The seasonal league includes 7-9 weekend games with optional weekly practices led by parent volunteers. We emphasize fun, skill development, and equal playing time with minimum 50% participation per game. Programs include U4 clinics, 4v4 'New Ball' format for U5-U7, and progressive 5v5/7v7 formats through U19. Uniforms are included in registration fees.
Jr. Academy
The Jr. Academy caters to advanced players aged 6-10 seeking higher competition. This structured program features two weekly professional coaching sessions and weekend games across 12-week seasons. Teams are formed through skill evaluations ensuring balanced competition. Professional coaches implement our standardized curriculum focusing on technical mastery, tactical awareness, and decision-making skills in 5v5 to 9v9 formats while maintaining player safety with no heading for U12 and younger.
College Placement
Our College Placement program provides specialized guidance for players pursuing collegiate soccer. Services include player evaluations, profile development, coach introductions, and showcase event participation. With dedicated staff like Head of Girls College Placement Misty Jones and Boys counterpart Steve Jones, we leverage extensive NCAA connections to help players navigate the recruitment process. The program includes ID clinics, showcase tournaments, and partnerships with college programs across all divisions.
Competitive Tournaments
We organize premier tournaments like the Annual Boys College Showcase and Copa de Austin. These events attract teams nationwide and feature professional-level organization with dedicated game complexes. Tournaments follow strict scheduling protocols with preliminary and final schedules released in advance. Participants gain exposure to college coaches while competing in professionally managed environments with specific age-group divisions and stay-to-play requirements for out-of-town teams.
Sports Medicine
Through our exclusive partnership with Dell Children's Medical Group, players receive comprehensive sports medicine support. Certified athletic trainers provide on-site care during practices, games, and tournaments. The program includes injury prevention education, concussion management protocols, and access to specialized pediatric sports medicine resources. This partnership ensures players receive immediate, professional medical attention while following strict safety guidelines for youth athletes.
People
Grant Stettner
Head of Recreational/Camps & Programs
With extensive experience in youth soccer operations, Grant oversees recreational programs serving over 4,000 players. He manages seasonal registrations, volunteer coordination, and program development while maintaining the club's commitment to accessible soccer for all skill levels.
Sam Wormald
Head of Jr. Academy
Sam leads the Jr. Academy program, implementing professional coaching standards across multiple locations. He supervises 100+ staff members and ensures curriculum consistency while managing player evaluations and team formations that balance competitive development with skill-appropriate placement.
Misty Jones
Head of Girls College Placement
As former collegiate player and coach, Misty directs college recruitment efforts for female athletes. She maintains extensive NCAA connections and provides personalized guidance through the complex college selection and application process while organizing showcase events and ID clinics.
Steve Jones
Head of Boys College Placement
Steve manages college placement initiatives for male players, leveraging his network of collegiate contacts. He coordinates showcase tournaments, player evaluations, and recruitment strategy sessions while maintaining relationships with NCAA programs across all divisions.
Robert Lopez
Head of Facilities
Robert oversees field operations and facility management across multiple locations. He coordinates maintenance schedules, ensures safety standards, and manages logistics for tournaments and regular season games while maintaining partnerships with local municipalities.
Questions
What youth age groups does Lonestar serve?
We offer programs for players aged 3-19 across recreational, academy, and competitive levels with age-appropriate formats from U4 clinics through U19 elite teams.
How does team placement work for competitive programs?
Competitive teams use evaluation periods with skill assessments to ensure balanced team formation based on ability while accommodating reasonable friend requests when appropriate.
What college preparation resources are available?
Our dedicated College Placement staff provides ID clinics, showcase tournaments, player profile development, and direct connections to NCAA programs through personalized recruitment guidance.
Are there options for beginner players?
Yes, our Recreational Soccer program accepts all skill levels with volunteer-coached teams and minimum 50% playing time guarantees for every participant.
What equipment is required for participation?
Players need cleats, shin guards, water bottle, and appropriate ball size (U6-U7: size 3, U8+: size 4). Uniforms are included in registration fees for recreational players.
How are tournaments organized?
Major tournaments like the Boys College Showcase use professional scheduling with preliminary and final brackets, stay-to-play requirements for out-of-town teams, and college coach recruitment.
