UPDX Director Spotlight

Please take a minute to read a message from our Sporting Director, Matt Broadhead.

Opportunity, Mentorship, and Community

Winter/Spring YDA Registration Open

The Youth Development Academy Winter and Spring programs provide an opportunity to train/play and help those who continue to move forward in the competitive pathway. Designed for players born in 2016, 2017, and 2018/2019, YDA bridges the gap between recreational and competitive play, helping players grow their skills and confidence.

Winter Program:

• Registration Opens: October 15th
• Fee: $150
• Includes: 5 outdoor training sessions and an outdoor jamboree

Spring Program:

• Registration Opens: December 1st
• Fee: $525
• Includes: 2x weekly training, 8-game spring season (February–May)
• League: OYSA Development League

United PDX Friday Night Sessions

The United PDX Friday Night Academy is designed for motivated players seeking to elevate their game. This program offers a challenging training environment focused on technical skill development, led by United PDX Coaches and current Players.

Each session follows a structured skills curriculum designed to help athletes develop the tools necessary to compete at a high level. The Academy is intended to supplement a player’s existing team training—not replace it.

Program Details:

• Offered in the Fall, Winter, and Spring
• 6 sessions per season
• Friday nights
• 1 hour & 15 min sessions
• $200 per season

Join us for a focused, high-energy training experience that pushes players to grow and refine their abilities.

Join Us This Spring for Recreational Soccer!

Designed for 1st through 8th-grade players of all experience levels, the Spring Recreational Soccer program is a fun and inclusive way to stay active, build soccer skills, and play with friends. Our spring season offers weekend games with no weekday practices.

Program Details:

• Dates: April 4th – May 16th, 2026 (weekends only)
• Registration Opens: December 1st, 2025
• Cost: $120 for the season