Even though our name is new, the two clubs joining forces (GRASA/GVPSC) to establish the premier youth player development program in Major League Soccer along with the Columbus Crew are some of the oldest in West Michigan . GRASA was founded in 1990 and was the first select youth club in the city. GVPSC was established in 1996 as Grand Valley Premier. It was the first -- and, until 2005, the only -- premier club sponsored by the Grand Valley Soccer Association.

 Both clubs have helped thousands of young men and women grow in the game – and in life – by providing exceptional training and playing opportunities. In the last decade, many of our players have used our clubs as a springboard to a successful high school and college careers. Examples of this would be The 2005 Michigan Player of the Year, Jake Stacy (GRASA/GVP and Forest Hills Central), and Kevin VandenBerg (Georgetown Rangers/GVP and Hudsonville). Many of our players have earned college scholarships and other honors, while some of our alumni have gone on to play professionally.