Development Player League

Inter Atlanta FC is proud to continue its participation in the Development Player League (DPL), an elite national platform focused on female player development. Our first season in the DPL began in 2021–2022, and starting with the 2025–2026 season, Inter Atlanta’s U13–U19 Girls second teams will represent the club in DPL competition, following the move of our first teams to the new GA Aspire league.


Our continued commitment to the DPL strengthens Inter Atlanta’s player pathway, offering more athletes the opportunity to compete at a high level, be seen by college coaches, and grow within a standards-based, merit-driven environment.

What is DPL?

The DPL is a highly competitive, all-female national league designed to foster elite player growth and club development.
Key features of DPL include:

  • Earned Advancement: In the DPL, Nothing is Given, Everything is Earned. Player and team progression happens through hard work, performance, and consistent development on the field.
  • Emerging Talent Pathway: DPL provides a transparent, purpose-driven path for clubs and players to rise through achievement, not invitation.
  • College Exposure: Through regional competition, national showcases, and championship events, players gain critical opportunities to be seen by college coaches across the country.
  • Player-Centric Model: The DPL focuses entirely on supporting the female player, creating a competitive, challenging, and development-focused environment.
  • National Platform with Regional Play: Teams compete locally within regions but have opportunities to advance to national-level events, maintaining a balance between competition and travel.

How DPL fits Inter Atlanta

At Inter Atlanta FC:

  • U13–U19 Girls second teams will compete in the Development Player League starting in the 2025–2026 season.
  • Players will have access to competitive regional play, high-level coaching, and meaningful exposure opportunities.
  • Participation in DPL offers our players a clear and challenging pathway to continue their development and prepare for potential advancement into GA Aspire or collegiate soccer.
  • The DPL provides an ideal environment for players who are ready to compete at an elite level while continuing to grow technically, tactically, and personally.


By offering both GA Aspire and DPL within our Select Girls program, Inter Atlanta ensures that more players have a structured pathway to reach their full potential and achieve their goals.