Youth Development Program
In our Youth Development Program (YDP), U8-U10 players (born in 2012-2015) will be challenged through fun games and team interaction. This program prepares players for competitive soccer and improves recreational players' skills. The engaging, age appropriate program focuses on the early development of individual players with an emphasis on:
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Teamwork and Competition, introduced at a developmentally appropriate level
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Technical Skills & Body Mechanics
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Tactical Knowledge & Decision Making
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Individual Growth & Communication
Youth Development Program Player Fees
What is the Youth Development Program (YDP) philosophy?
Within the YDP we focus on the Mastery Approach to Development where we focus on the growth of the individual player. We avoid comparing players with each other and focus on making sure the players see only how their efforts have and can make them better. To do this, we build an environment where players gain confidence and turn their mistakes into learning opportunities. Some players have the confidence to do this on their own, but for others this mindset must be developed and we believe it starts from the coaches and parents continually building the players up and pushing them to challenge themselves.
Can you tell me more about your coaching staff?
Is playing club soccer a year round commitment?
What kind of travel is involved?
How does team placement work?
The first two or three practices of the season are used by our coaching staff to create training groups that will be developmentally appropriate for each player. Our program is built on players of all levels finding their love for healthy competition, working as a team and soccer as a whole. We welcome players of all abilities in this program.
What if my son/daughter plays another sport or participates in other activities?
Where and when do PCU teams train?
What fees/costs are not covered by the Registration Fee?
What does a year look like for PCU's players?
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Two practices each week at Buckman Field Park -
Summer tournaments and jamborees in June, July, & August in the Portland Metro Area -
Fall league games on Sundays in September, October, & November in the Portland Metro Area
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Two practices each week at Buckman Field Park -
Spring league games on Sundays in February, March, & April in the Portland Metro Area
What is your refund policy?
How do tryouts work? What if my player is new to soccer?
What programs does PCU offer? How do I know which one is best for my player?
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Summer & Fall ($650): Two practices each week at Buckman Field Park. Summer tournaments and jamborees in June, July, & August in the Portland Metro Area. Fall league games on Sundays in September, October, & November in the Portland Metro Area
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Spring ($350): Two practices each week at Buckman Field Park Spring league games on Sundays in February, March, & April in the Portland Metro Area
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Annual Program Summer, Fall, & Spring ($1595): Two practices each week at Buckman Field Park. Summer tournaments and jamborees in June, July, & August. Fall league games in September, October, & November. *Includes travel games outside of the Portland Metro Area. *Games can be on Saturdays and/or Sundays. Spring league games and cup games in February, March, & April *Includes travel games outside of the Portland Metro Area.*Games can be on Saturdays and/or Sundays
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Annual Program Summer, Winter, & Spring ($1595): Two practices each week at Buckman Field Park. Summer tournaments and jamborees in June & July. Winter league games in December, January, February, & March.*Includes travel games outside of the Portland Metro Area. Games can be on Saturdays and/or Sundays. Spring cup games in April. *Includes travel games outside of the Portland Metro Area. Games can be on Saturdays and/or Sundays.
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Summer Program ($375): The PCU Summer Program is for high school players who would like to play with PCU in the Summer ONLY, not in the Winter and Spring. For players who want to play in the full-year program (Summer, Winter, and Spring), do NOT sign-up for the Summer Program. Please sign-up for tryouts instead. The Summer Program begins in late May and runs through July. In early August, participants are released to their high school program. In order to participate in the summer program, just sign-up online. No try-out is required. Players will train with their respective age group, and if space is available, then they can be added to summer tournament rosters. The cost for the program is $375. Summer tournament fees are an additional cost on top of the $375 fee. For those who want to come back after their high school seasons to participate in the Winter & Spring, they can attend the supplemental tryout in November. If they make a team at supplemental tryouts, then a $300 credit will be applied to the full year program cost. There is no guarantee that there will be open spots in November.
Player Assessments
We do not run "formal tryouts" for our Youth Development Program (YDP) teams. During our player assessments, our coaches will get to know your player's focus, listening skills and ability to participate as part of a team through fun challenges and games. In general all players, regardless of technical skills, will be offered a spot on a team. This is a great opportunity to get your child active and engaged with other player's their age!
Tryouts have concluded for the 2021/22 season. If you are interested in joining mid-season, please reach out to our Program Director, Ashton Betts.
YDP Program: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Youth Development Program (YDP) philosophy?
Within the YDP we focus on the Mastery Approach to Development where we focus on the growth of the individual player. We avoid comparing players with each other and focus on making sure the players see only how their efforts have and can make them better. To do this, we build an environment where players gain confidence and turn their mistakes into learning opportunities. Some players have the confidence to do this on their own, but for others this mindset must be developed and we believe it starts from the coaches and parents continually building the players up and pushing them to challenge themselves.
Can you tell me more about your coaching staff?
Is playing club soccer a year round commitment?
What kind of travel is involved?
How does team placement work?
The first two or three practices of the season are used by our coaching staff to create training groups that will be developmentally appropriate for each player. Our program is built on players of all levels finding their love for healthy competition, working as a team and soccer as a whole. We welcome players of all abilities in this program.
What if my son/daughter plays another sport or participates in other activities?
Where and when do PCU teams train?
What fees/costs are not covered by the Registration Fee?
What does a year look like for PCU's players?
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Two practices each week at Buckman Field Park -
Summer tournaments and jamborees in June, July, & August in the Portland Metro Area -
Fall league games on Sundays in September, October, & November in the Portland Metro Area
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Two practices each week at Buckman Field Park -
Spring league games on Sundays in February, March, & April in the Portland Metro Area
What is your refund policy?
How do tryouts work? What if my player is new to soccer?
What programs does PCU offer? How do I know which one is best for my player?
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Summer & Fall ($650): Two practices each week at Buckman Field Park. Summer tournaments and jamborees in June, July, & August in the Portland Metro Area. Fall league games on Sundays in September, October, & November in the Portland Metro Area
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Spring ($350): Two practices each week at Buckman Field Park Spring league games on Sundays in February, March, & April in the Portland Metro Area
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Annual Program Summer, Fall, & Spring ($1595): Two practices each week at Buckman Field Park. Summer tournaments and jamborees in June, July, & August. Fall league games in September, October, & November. *Includes travel games outside of the Portland Metro Area. *Games can be on Saturdays and/or Sundays. Spring league games and cup games in February, March, & April *Includes travel games outside of the Portland Metro Area.*Games can be on Saturdays and/or Sundays
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Annual Program Summer, Winter, & Spring ($1595): Two practices each week at Buckman Field Park. Summer tournaments and jamborees in June & July. Winter league games in December, January, February, & March.*Includes travel games outside of the Portland Metro Area. Games can be on Saturdays and/or Sundays. Spring cup games in April. *Includes travel games outside of the Portland Metro Area. Games can be on Saturdays and/or Sundays.
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Summer Program ($375): The PCU Summer Program is for high school players who would like to play with PCU in the Summer ONLY, not in the Winter and Spring. For players who want to play in the full-year program (Summer, Winter, and Spring), do NOT sign-up for the Summer Program. Please sign-up for tryouts instead. The Summer Program begins in late May and runs through July. In early August, participants are released to their high school program. In order to participate in the summer program, just sign-up online. No try-out is required. Players will train with their respective age group, and if space is available, then they can be added to summer tournament rosters. The cost for the program is $375. Summer tournament fees are an additional cost on top of the $375 fee. For those who want to come back after their high school seasons to participate in the Winter & Spring, they can attend the supplemental tryout in November. If they make a team at supplemental tryouts, then a $300 credit will be applied to the full year program cost. There is no guarantee that there will be open spots in November.
Our Coaching Staff
Our outstanding team of coaches are dedicated to giving our members the best possible club soccer experience. We strive to surround our members with coaches that are successful on and off the field. Learn more your player's coaches, including their playing/coaching background in the "Meet Our Coaching Staff" page.
Techne Training App
Each player's PCU Membership fees includes new technical training sessions every week, shooting sessions, Techne GK sessions, Time Trial Drills, and the chance to compete for a spot on the Techne Leaderboards.
Uniforms
Uniforms are available at Tursi Soccer and are not included in the annual player's program fees. All players are required to wear the PCU Uniform and Training Gear to all practices and games. Before placing your order through Tursi's online store, contact your coach to confirm your player's jersey number.
When ordering you can either enter in your confirmed jersey number if you know your size and you do NOT want to try on your uniform in the store before finalizing the purchase, or do not enter a jersey number during your online order if you're unsure of the desired size.
ALL PCU players also receive a 15% discount on all additional purchases made in the Tursi store including futsal shoes, cleats, balls and shinguards.
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Red Training Jersey - $20
White Game Jersey - $28
Black Game Jersey - $45
Shorts - $18
Socks - $10
Total: $121.00
Optional Add-ons:
Rain Jacket - $75
Hoodie - $48
Sweatpants - $40
Backpack - $45