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Premier Academy Overview | U13 - U19

Team Selection Process

Players will be placed in age group pools and evaluated over a period of time for Premier Academy team placement. If selected for a Premier Academy team, players may choose to opt out and participate in the Competitive Academy.

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 2010 – 2004

  • 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, Regional and National Leagues, as well as college showcases and out of state tournaments.

Costs

$2,300 | 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

Traits of a United PDX Player

  • Work hard. A sense of fulfillment comes from hard work and achievement.
  • We are loyal to our mission, values, goals, the game and our membership.
  • Strive daily to continue our education and learning. We share our knowledge and support every endeavor to further our education in all aspects. Knowledge is a prerequisite for wisdom.
  • Do things the right way and on time. Be conscientious in your actions; respect every aspect of the game.
  • Stand as one. We win together, lose together and grow together. Our group is strong and supportive.
  • Pursue excellence in all endeavors.

Premier Academy Directors

  • Matt Broadhead
    Senior Academy Director
  • Lu Wentz
    Girls Premier Academy Director