Raising the Roof: U.S. Soccer Tops Off New National Training Center

U.S. Soccer hit a big milestone this week, topping off the Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer

National Training Center. SDH spoke with Chelle Adams, Chief Financial Officer of U.S. Soccer; Matt Bradley, Project Manager and member of the Strategy Team at U.S. Soccer; and Brian Strack of Brassfield & Gorrie on Friday at an event to celebrate the occasion.

According to the team, the project has required only minor adjustments to meet budget needs, as it was well-designed from the start. This development marks a huge moment in the Federation’s history—the first-ever dedicated national training center. With twenty-seven national teams, every training camp currently requires sourcing separate fields, transportation, and hotels. Having a centralized facility will allow all teams to gather in one place, streamlining logistics and supporting future growth.

Once the facility is completed, the center will span 200 acres and feature over a dozen outdoor fields, an indoor field, several beach courts, more than twenty locker rooms, and open spaces to grow well beyond its projected opening in Spring 2026. When asked what they are most proud of, the team emphasized accessibility. Adams states, “A lot of our extended national teams is disability soccer. That is something that was in the forefornt of our minds is making sure

this facility is accessible for everybody. Wanting to make sure it is accessible to all players because we want this to be the home of all players.” Ensuring the facility is inclusive has involved spending time with member organizations and taking into consideration what each team needs.

Adams shared, “We hope to activate this space 365 days a year. I think it is an opportunity for us to bring soccer to Atlanta for members, coaches, referees, players, and the community of course.”

Providing a timeline update, Strack confirmed, “Yes, we are on schedule for Spring 2026.” With the facility set to open ahead of the 2026 World Cup, Adams added, “We are excited to bring the Senior Men’s Team for a few training sessions.”

Bradley also expressed his enthusiasm, saying, “It’s phenomenal to see it come to life. We are all really excited to see what it can do for our organization and the sport in this country.”

As the center continues to come together and the fields begin to take shape, the Arthur M. Blank National Training Center is already becoming more than just a construction site. It’s becoming a symbol of what’s ahead for U.S. Soccer—and the future of the game in America.

(All photos: Caroline Hood)

More than just a facility, this center represents a commitment to excellence, inclusion, and the growth of the sport at every level. It’s where the now and the next generation of players will train, where new ideas will take root, and where the entire soccer community can come together under one roof. With its opening just ahead of the 2026 World Cup, this moment marks not just a milestone, but the foundation of a new era for U.S. Soccer.