For more than fifty years CSL has delivered Southern California's most inclusive, competitive, and reliable soccer experience to families across the region. The league has been the platform upon which every club in Southern California has validated its credentials. Join the league that combines a positive, safe playing environment with the competitive excellence every player is looking for.
Registration for Fall 2026 returning teams, or new teams with existing CSL clubs is now open!
REGISTERAre you a new or existing club that does not currently play in CSL? Your CSL journey starts by registering your club with Cal South and filling out a brief 5 minute questionnaire so we can learn more about you.
LEARN MOREWith 20+ new clubs already approved for Fall 2026, momentum for the season is building quickly. If you are not already a CSL member, there's still time to secure your spot! Don't miss out and register today!
CSL's system of promotion and relegation ensures an equal opportunity to all teams involved. What Division a team plays in is determined by their play on the field, not the name of their club.
Unlike the alphabet of "closed leagues" where entry is arbitrary or political, CSL is accessible to all socio-economic strata and reflects the diversity of Southern California.
Priced at an affordable $500 per team, there's no better value in Southern California.
With both League play and the League Cup tournament, teams get more games in CSL
Optimal Competition, Minimized Travel: With a concentration of quality teams (more National Champions have emerged from CSL than any other league), teams don't need excessive travel to find a great game. We support local rivalries and recognize families have a life beyond soccer, offering both local and regional play options.
Guaranteed Pathway: CSL provides a clear, guaranteed, competitive pathway from local to regional to national levels of competition.
CSL centrally manages a predictable, unbiased schedule. This eliminates the use of scheduling to gain competitive advantage and maximizes time for coaches and families to plan their “other” lives. Schedule conflicts are proactively addressed with coaches and Team Managers.
With a reputation built over fifty years, CSL answers yourquestions and applies rules evenly and fairly across all clubs through responsive communication and service.
Every Fall we play host to the CSL League Cup, which is an additional competition on top of your regular league season. The competition is FREE for all teams who play CSL in the Fall. We look forward to seeing you there!
The Player of the Month initiative recognizes players, helps coaches to motivate the players, allows clubs to highlight the development of life skills. CSL is the only league that offer these types of programs.
This valuable tool is unique to CSL. Our 5 Star Awards allow the community to highlight the stand out teams and referees that dedicate themselves to behaviors that support the life skills and development of the young men and women who play in CSL.
Our industry leading mobile app puts everything you need in the palm of your hand, 24/7. Access schedules, standings, news, rosters and 5 Star rating systems!
Even communicate important updates with your teams families. No other league has a mobile app even close to this.
Reminder:
Coast Soccer League has implemented the new “Seasonal Year”roster rules in the Spring of 2026. These will continue into the Fall 2026 season. If you have any questions please read more here.
Q: When is the registration deadline?
June 1st, 2026.
Q: Can I still register after the deadline?
Yes, you can register up until July 1st, but your team will be charged a $100 dollar late fee.
Q: How much does it cost to play in the Fall?
$500 per team - your club must provide fields for home games
PREMIER DIVISION: $1500 per team, with field costs provided by CSL.
Clubs can mail checks to CSL, 350 South Glassell, Orange CA 92866.
Q: If my team drops, can I get a refund?
Teams who drop after July 15th will not receive a refund.
Q: My Club is new, or currently plays in another league, what do I need to do to sign up?
Club Presidents who wish to join Coast Soccer League for the first time must first seek approval from Cal South to be an "Affiliate Member Club”. After getting approval from Cal South, please fill out the online application found on the "Join CSL" page.
Q: My team is not registered with Cal South. Can my team participate in Fall League?
Your team must be registered with Cal South in order to play in Fall League. Individual / Independent teams cannot play in CSL unless you join an existing CSL club.
Q: I have a player that did NOT play in CSL last year. Can they play in the Fall League?
Yes, as long as the player is registered with Cal South. Contact your club registrar for registration questions.
Q: When does the Fall 2026 season start?
The Fall Soccer season starts Saturday, September 5th, 2026 and runs through November, with League Cup ending early December
Q: How many games do you play in a season?
Number of games varies by the size of your bracket. A fair estimate is 10-12 league games, with a minimum of 2 additional games in League Cup.
Q: What is League Cup?
CSL League Cup is a tournament organized by Coast Soccer League. League Cup is played at or near the end of the regular League Season, and is offered to any CSL Team in good standing that has participated in the current regular season. It begins with pool play with teams advancing to single elimination knockout play.
Fall 2026 format | Roster Sizes for Fall 2026:
U8 - U10 (7v7) | 12 players
U11 - U12 (9v9) | 16 players
U13 (11v11) | 18 players
U14 - U19 (11v11) | 22 players
Q: How are teams bracketed?
We bracket the teams based on previous seasons level of play and also by geographic location. CSL's system of promotion and relegation ensures an equal opportunity to all teams involved. What Division a team plays in is determined by their play on the field.
Q: Can loan players be used?
Yes, however there are strict limitations. Please carefully review the Fall 2026 Rules for more information.
Q: Can new players participate in Fall League?
Yes, new players can participate in Fall League if they are registered with Cal South. New players must be registered by noon on the Thursday before the weekend's games to participate in the upcoming weekend's games. New players can be registered by their respective Club registrar according to local club policies. Players without a valid player pass will NOT be eligible to participate.
If you have any questions about any of the Fall Leagues please refer to our Fall 2026 Rules and League requirements on our RULES PAGE. If you cannot find the answer to your questions you can call us at 714-771-1964 or email roma@coastsoccer.com