Ventura Football Network
A community driven football ecosystem that makes high level opportunities accessible for every player.
Nonprofit 501c3 based in Ventura, California.
What is Ventura Football Network?
Ventura Football Network is a nonprofit organization building a complete football ecosystem.
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 Three Pillars of the VFN Ecosystem
Player Pathways & Recruiting
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
Showcases
Free or low cost exposure events that connect players with college, amateur, and professional scouts.
Recruiting
Workshops, player guidance, profile building, and education.
San Buenaventura FC
The community first team providing a top local pathway for players.
THE VFN CLUB NETWORK
A coalition of local clubs united to share resources, sponsorship opportunities, visibility, and player development support.
VFN Media Services
Photography, videography, highlights, and Hudl coverage for players, clubs, and events. Media that fuels player opportunities.
Player Data & Analytics
Hudl film, AI-supported metrics, match tagging, and player reports that feed directly into the recruiting pipeline.
INternational Opportunities
Providing qualified players access to vetted clubs, colleges, and coaches across multiple regions worldwide.
One network. 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
the future of football
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.