The Merced United Competitive Program is aimed at further developing skilled players. All of the players in this program will train 2 or more days per week and play competitive games every weekend (During the season).

• Ages: U8-U19

• Players are divided into teams by skill level and age

• Registration by Invitation or Official Merced United Tryouts

• Travel and Play in Regional Competitive games and NorCal Club Tournaments Year Round

  • Merced United Travel Waiver​

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Goals

• Learn specific technical and tactical aspects of soccer from Merced United's methodology

• Learn to play united as a team to achieve common skills and goals.

• Provide players with a supportive and positive environment.

• Teach the values that represent Merced United: Passion, Respect, Unity, Teamwork and to Never give up​

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Reach out to our Competitive Committee with any questions: comp@mercedunited.com

If you have specific questions you can reach out to a specific Committee member:

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Chris Chavez: Director of Operations- The boots on the ground. Chris keeps fields ready, equipment organized, and the day-to-day competitive program running smoothly across all Merced United facilities. Reach out for facility or operational questions. (chris@mercedunited.com)

Luz Lomeli: Competitive Registrar- Oversees player registration, payment tracking, and GotSport questions. (luz@mercedunited.com)

Luz Araujo Perez: On-Site Registrar- Your registration go-to and can direct families to our financial support options like the Medi-Cal Play Program. Reach out for registration, payments, or financial assistance. (luzp@mercedunited.com)

Erick Araujo Jr.: Player & Education Development Coordinator- Building better players and coaches. Erick coordinates player development, goalkeeper training, community camps, and coaching education. Reach out for development programs, camps, or coaching education. (erickjr@mercedunited.com)

Jen Carter: Scheduling & Logistics Manager- Keeping everyone on the same page. Jen manages game and practice schedules, coordinates field usage, and makes sure coaches and families always know where to be and when. Reach out for scheduling questions or conflicts. (jen@mercedunited.com)

Profe: Director of Coaching- The technical heartbeat of Merced United. Profe leads coaching quality club-wide, works directly with competitive teams, and sets the standard for how we develop players at every level. Reach out for coaching philosophy, team development, or licensing inquiries. (profe@mercedunited.com)