Ventura Football Network
A community driven football ecosystem that makes high level opportunities accessible for every player.
Nonprofit 501c3 based in Ventura County, California.
What is Ventura Football Network?
Ventura Football Network is a nonprofit organization building a complete football ecosystem for Ventura County.
We connect players, clubs, cities, schools, and local businesses into one unified platform that creates access, visibility, and opportunity.
Every program we run is designed to break down pay-to-play barriers and lift our football community together.
The VFN Ecosystem
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Player Pathways
Helping players move from local fields toward college, semi pro, and professional opportunities.
Includes: Showcases, Recruiting Pipeline, SBVFC, and future indoor/futsal programs. -
Community Systems
Strengthening the football environment around the players.
Includes: VFN Club Network, City Partnerships, School Programs, Vendors & Local Businesses. -
Media & Technology
Making sure players are seen and evaluated.
Includes: VFN Media Team, Hudl Film, Highlights, Analytics, Player Reports.
Programs
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VFN Showcases
Exposure events that connect players with college, semi pro, and professional scouts.
Free or low cost. Every player receives film, photos, and visibility. -
College Recruiting Support
Workshops, profile guidance, education, and 1-on-1 support through our partnership with AOS.
Powered by VFN footage, analytics, and network. -
San Buenaventura FC
Ventura’s community-backed UPSL team and advanced pathway for local players. Built to create visibility and opportunity.
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Tournaments & 7v7 Events
Community tournaments that bring players and families together while helping fund our mission.
5v5, 7v7, and local league partners. -
VFN Club Network
A coalition of local clubs unified under the VFN ecosystem.
Shared resources, sponsorships, media, and recruiting support. -
City & School Programs
Drop-in soccer, indoor programs, community events, and development partnerships with local cities and school districts.
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VFN Media Services
Photography, videography, highlights, and Hudl coverage for players, clubs, and events. Media that fuels player opportunities.
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Player Data & Analytics
Hudl film, AI tagging, performance metrics, and player reports that feed directly into the recruiting pipeline.
One ecosystem. Many pathways.
Every VFN program connects.
Showcases produce film and analytics.
Media and data support recruiting.
Recruiting and visibility support SBVFC and club pathways.
City and club partnerships strengthen development.
Everything works together to help players grow and help the community thrive.
OUR IMPACT
Breaking barriers and building opportunities through football, community, and culture.
3 Showcase Events held across Ventura County
60+ active college and professional scouts in our network
20+ players placed with international clubs, local teams, or colleges
Multiple athletes recruited to U.S. college programs through our support
10 clubs in our growing VFN Club Network
$7,000+ raised to make football more accessible for local players
100% free-to-play opportunities for every participant
Major partnerships with brands like Adidas, LA GALAXY, Hudl, and more
Built with and for Ventura County
Every showcase, tournament, and SBVFC match is powered by local families, partners, and small businesses who believe football should be accessible for everyone.
If you want to invest in local players and help us grow this ecosystem, there are many ways to get involved.
Join the Ventura Football Network ecosystem
Whether you are a player, club, parent, business, or supporter, there is a place for you here.