Real Colorado and the USL - Pre Professional

A New Step in the Real Colorado Pathway

Beginning in the 2026 season, Real Colorado will compete in USL League Two (men) and the USL W League (women), providing a high-level pre-professional platform for players looking to extend their development beyond the youth game.

With nearly four decades of excellence in player development, Real Colorado has consistently helped players progress to top collegiate programs, national teams, and professional environments. The addition of USL League Two and W League represents a natural next step in that pathway—designed to support our alumni and other qualified players in a competitive, development-focused environment.

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FAQ’s

USL League Two & USL W League are elite pre-professional leagues designed primarily for college players seeking a high-performance summer environment. The leagues feature top clubs from across the country and serve as an important bridge between youth, college, and the professional game.

Season Window:

  • Early May through early July

  • Training, matches, and travel will primarily take place during this period

  • Real Colorado will compete in the Western Conference – Mountain Division in both leagues.

  • Tryouts and player placement information will be added soon.

USL - Real Colorado Interest Form

Real Colorado USL - W-League contact
Lorne Donaldson | LorneD@realcolorado.net

Real Colorado USL - League Two contact
Mike Garnhart | MikeG@realcolorado.net

Who This Is For

Real Colorado USL League Two and W League teams are intended for:

  • Current and former Real Colorado players

  • College players seeking a high-level summer environment

  • Local and regional players who align with the club’s culture, competitive standards, and developmental philosophy

Selection will be competitive and based on:

  • Player ability and positional needs

  • Commitment to the team environment

  • Alignment with Real Colorado values of hard work, creativity, and excellence

Inaugural Season Parameters (2026)

For our inaugural season, Real Colorado will operate with a local-based roster model.

At this time:

  • Players must be able to secure their own housing, transportation, and employment (if needed)

  • The club will not provide housing, host families, or job placement assistance for the 2026 season

  • This approach allows us to focus on competitive standards, player development, and long-term sustainability as we establish our USL platforms

Sponsorship Opportunities

The addition of Real Colorado’s USL League Two and USL W League teams creates exciting new partnership opportunities for organizations looking to align with one of the most established and respected soccer clubs in the country.

Sponsorships will offer meaningful brand exposure across matchday environments, digital platforms, and club communications throughout the inaugural season.

Sponsorship Opportunities May Include:

  • Brand recognition at home matches, including on-site signage and visibility

  • Logo placement on game jerseys (subject to league and category guidelines)

  • Branding on official training tops

  • Recognition on the Real Colorado USL webpages

  • Four-month integrated marketing exposure through:

    • Real Colorado’s electronic newsletter, The Pitch

    • Real Colorado social media channels

These partnerships are designed to create authentic connections with players, families, alumni, and the broader soccer community while supporting the continued growth of Real Colorado’s player pathway.

Availability & Timing

  • Sponsorship packages and pricing details will be released after the first of the year

  • Opportunities will be limited and structured to ensure strong value and visibility for each partner

For organizations interested in learning more, please reach out to Jared Spires.