ECNL is the highest level of soccer for boys in the United States outside of the Major League Soccer Academies.  It gives local players the opportunity to play against some of the best teams in the country.  College coaches are flocking to Boys ECNL, as the primary focus is on players looking for college soccer opportunities.  This high level of play raises the level of all the players.  Not only do players get great exposure, they get much better in this elevated training and match environment.