Boys Premier AcademyTryout Schedule(U13-19)
|
Age Group |
Coaches |
Session 1 |
Session 2 |
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2007 (U13) |
Brandon McNeil |
May 8th |
May 9th |
|
2006 (U14) |
Chuck Bechtol |
May 8th |
May 9th |
|
2005 (U15) |
Matt Broadhead |
May 13th |
May 14th |
|
2004 (U16) |
Brandon McNeil |
May 13th |
May 14th |
|
2003 (U17) |
Marc-Andre Maillet |
May 13th |
May 14th |
|
2002/01 (U18/U19) |
Matt Broadhead |
May 13th |
May 14th |
Girls Premier AcademyTryout Schedule(U13-19)
|
Age Group |
Coaches |
Session 1 |
Session 2 |
|
2007 (U13) |
Jason Enders |
May 8th |
May 9th |
|
2006 (U14) |
Jason Enders |
May 8th |
May 9th |
|
2005 (U15) |
Ryan Youngblood |
May 13th |
May 14th |
|
2004 (U16) |
Jonathan Wilkins |
May 13th |
May 14th |
|
2003 (U17) |
Scot Thompson |
May 13th |
May 14th |
|
2002/01 (U18/U19) |
Esty Geiger |
May 13th |
May 14th |
Premier Academy Overview | U13 - U19
Team Selection Process
The Premier Academy tryouts take place prior to our Junior and Senior Academy tryouts. When registering you still register for Junior or Senior Academy, then if you’re selected to a team following tryouts you will be invited to join the Premier Academy team. Players who are not selected to the team would then attend their location based Junior or Senior Academy tryout. You only have to register once and that fee will cover you for the Premier and Jr./Sr. Academy tryouts if you are not selected to a Premier Academy team. Players who are not interested in the Premier Academy or cannot make the commitment to the team do not have to try out for the Premier Academy, they can just attend their Junior or Senior Academy tryout.
Purpose
To provide the best daily environment for dedicated, high performance youth soccer players to achieve long term individual development goals with a team of like minded teammates, training staff, and families.
Standards | The Premier Academy promotes 7 Key Performance Standards:
- Player Development Effectiveness
- Staff, Leadership, Structure, and Qualifications
- Style of Play & Philosophy
- Training Environment & Personal Development
- Facilities & Infrastructure
- Respect
- Resources
Who is it for
Players born 2007 – 2001
- Technical, Tactical, Physical, and/or Psychological High Performance Traits
- Players and families dedicated to a 12 month competition Calendar
- Players who prioritize soccer over other activities
Benefits
The United PDX Premier Academy provides the best everyday club environment:
- Focused, methodological training plan
- Individual Development Plans (IDP) for each player
- Long-Term Player Development
- Emphasis on long-term development, less on winning
- Comprehensive training and events calendar
- Consistent exposure to top level teachers, teammates, and opponents
This program is the most progressive educational environment based on global standards.
Competition
Local Leagues, National League NW Conference, National League, College Showcases, Out of State Tournaments
Costs
$1,800 | Financial Assistance Available
Families will be responsible for covering event costs (lodging, travel, per-diem).
“Ninety-nine percent of failures come from people who have the habit of making excuses.”
– George Washington Carver
US Soccer Development Academy | Boys U13 & U14
Players are registered to the US Soccer Federation and may only compete in the US Soccer Development Academy league unless otherwise approved by US Soccer.
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- 24 Game season: 2 home games and 2 away games vs. each local opponent
- U13 & U14 (11v11)
- Attend Western Regional Showcase
- Travel Abroad to play in an International Tournament (Donostia Cup, Spain)
- Minimal substitutions during games and target 50% playing time per week for rostered players.
Premier Academy Directors
Matt Broadhead
Senior Academy Director
Esty Geiger
Senior Academy Assistant Director