The Hill Country Lobos USL Academy (U20) serves as a critical bridge between the club’s affiliated youth academy, La Manada, and the senior USL League Two team. Competing within the USL Academy League, the U20 program provides elite young players with a high-level development environment designed to prepare them for the demands of pre-professional and professional soccer.

The USL Academy offers a competitive platform where top prospects train and compete against strong regional and national opponents while maintaining their eligibility for collegiate soccer. Players benefit from professional-style coaching, advanced training standards, and exposure to the USL pathway, ensuring a smooth transition from youth development into the pre-professional ranks.

With a clear progression model, the Hill Country Lobos USL Academy emphasizes technical growth, tactical understanding, and personal development. The program is designed to identify, develop, and advance players from La Manada into USL League Two, while also opening doors to college programs and future professional opportunities within the broader USL ecosystem.