San Diego Surf Soccer Club, commonly known as San Diego Surf or just Surf, is an American youth

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club based in

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. It is a member of the Elite Clubs National League (ECNL).

History

San Diego Surf Soccer Club was founded in 1977. According to itself, it is the oldest competitive youth

club in

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. As of November 2022, Surf has won 12 national championships, 29 regional championships, and over 74 state championships. On November 15, 2022, it was announced that Surf would join the

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in the 2023 season.

Notable people

Coaches

* Carlos Alvarez * Billy Garton *

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* Scott Morrison * Nelson Pizarro

Players

* Corey Baird * Melanie Barcenas * Miguel Berry * Catarina Macario * Simon Mršić *

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