Est. 2026
Athletic United SC was created with one purpose: to provide young players with an environment where development, character, competition, and community come together. We believe every player deserves quality coaching, meaningful opportunities, and a club they can be proud to represent.
Club At A Glance
Our Story
Athletic United SC began with a simple belief: soccer can have a lasting impact on a young player when development, competition, and the right environment come together.
Our founders share a passion for the game and for helping young athletes reach their potential. We wanted to create a club where players could improve their technical ability, learn how to compete, build confidence, and develop habits that extend beyond the field.
Athletic United is being built one player, one team, and one season at a time. From our youngest age groups through the years ahead, our goal is to create a clear pathway where players can continue growing while representing one badge and one community.
We are just beginning our journey, but the vision is long-term: develop better players, build strong teams, and help create the next generation of athletes and leaders.
Athletic United SC was established in 2026. The foundation we are building is designed to last far beyond our first season.
2026 Est.
What We Are Here To Do
01 — Mission
Our mission is to create an environment where players improve technically, tactically, physically, and mentally while developing confidence, discipline, teamwork, and character.
02 — Vision
Our vision is to build Athletic United into a club where players can begin their journey at a young age and continue developing under the same badge through each stage of their soccer development.
03 — Our Promise
We believe development requires communication. Players and families will receive clear expectations, constructive feedback, and honest communication about progress, opportunities, and roster decisions.
The Values That Guide Us
The standards that shape how Athletic United trains, competes, and represents the badge.
We bring energy, commitment, and love for the game into every session and every match.
We show up ready, work hard, and take pride in doing the details right every day.
We support one another, communicate, and move forward together as one club.
We focus on improving every week through coaching, repetition, and the right attitude.
We respect teammates, coaches, opponents, officials, and the game itself.
The United Way
Every training session at Athletic United is built around the needs of the group and the objectives of our season. Focus areas shift from day to day — technical skills, conditioning, shooting, defensive work, and game understanding — but player development is always at the center.
Block 01
Developing ball mastery, passing, receiving, dribbling, and first touch through purposeful repetition.
Block 02
Building speed, agility, endurance, coordination, and sharp movement to perform with intensity.
Block 03
Working on shooting, defending, 1v1s, pressing, and transition moments that decide games.
Block 04
Applying the session objective in realistic play with decision-making, spacing, communication, and purpose.
Where We Are & Where We're Going
Athletic United SC is building with purpose from the ground up. This timeline highlights the major launch milestones of our club.
2026
Athletic United SC is built on a clear purpose: develop players, build character, and create a long-term pathway.
2026
The club's digital presence goes live to introduce the brand and connect with players and families.
2026
The club prepares to compete in the SA90 League and opens registration for the founding fall season.
2026
The crest, colors, and visual identity are completed in navy, gold, and white.
2026
Athletic United establishes its training home base at 9487 Leslie Rd, San Antonio, TX 78254.
Sept 19, 2026
The first Athletic United season begins with training, league play, and the start of the club's journey.
The Person Leading The Club
Athletic United SC is currently led by one primary coach on the field each week.
Founder & Head Coach
Daniel Salazar leads Athletic United's training environment, player development, and match preparation. His focus is to build confident players, strong habits, and a club culture centered on development, discipline, and unity.
The Standards That Guide Us
Every family should review these documents before joining Athletic United.
Policy 01
Club overview, expectations, season structure, and key information for families.
Policy 02
Clear standards for behavior, communication, sportsmanship, and representing the club.
Policy 03
Financial policy, attendance commitment, and evaluation / roster placement guidelines.
We build the player first. Strong teams follow.Daniel Salazar · Director of Athletic United
Registration Open · Fall 2026
The best way to understand Athletic United is to watch a session in person, meet the environment, and decide if it is the right fit for your player.
Tell us about your player and we will point you in the right direction.