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2026/2027 ODP TRYOUTS

Olympic Development Program tryouts for the 2026/2027 year will take place at various locations throughout the state beginning in the Fall of 2026. Listed below are the upcoming dates for the 2026/2027 ODP Tryouts and Region D Training Center events. Please pay close attention to which age groups and gender(s) are offered at each location. To register for one of the upcoming events, please find the corresponding weekend in the list below and select “Register”.

Those who have been selected for the 25/26 FL ODP State Team will receive an email for direct participation in 26/27 FL ODP Pool Training.

A player may only try out once per year.

TRYOUT DATES

ATTENTION (2009-2014 M/F): If you are unable to attend one of the scheduled ODP Tryouts for your specific birth year and gender, please see the registration link HERE. A $125-151 fee is attached to this registration, and an ODP DOC/Club Letter of Recommendation Form must be submitted via GotSport prior to attending an ODP Pool Training session for evaluation. You will be notified, after the attended ODP Pool Training session, if you have been selected for the 26/27 FL ODP State Pool.

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ODP 2025/2026 CALENDAR

Below is the ODP Calendar for the 2025/2026 season. Please pay close attention to which age groups are offered, what gender(s) are offered at those locations, and if the event is open to anyone or by invitation only. 

As a reminder:

• A player may only try out once per year.
• ODP Pool Selection is by invitation/selection only. If you have already been invited/selected for the current season’s ODP Pool then you are eligible to attend all ODP Pool Trainings for your age group/ gender for the season.
• Team Training or Friendlies/Showcases are by invitation/selection only.

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ODP Selections

ODP NATIONAL SELECT TEAM

• Cooper Ball: 2010 Boys
• Noah Villarete: 2011 Boys
• Luka Latinovic: 2011 Boys
• Michael Garzon: 2012 Boys (Region South Older)
• Jelove Lundy: 2012 Boys (Region South Older)
• Christina Batts: 2010 Girls
• Mia Caimano: 2012 Girls (Region South Older)
• Karis Edwards: 2012 Girls (Region South Older)
• Malia Mcbride: 2012 Girls (Region South Younger)
• Kylie Ecker: 2012 Girls (Region South Younger)

ODP FLORIDA STATE TEAMS

ODP SOUTH REGIONAL TEAMS

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What is ODP?

The US Youth Soccer ODP Philosophy

To identify players of the highest caliber on a continuing and consistent basis, which will lead to increased success for the U.S. National Teams in the international arena.

Purpose

The US Youth Soccer Olympic Development Program was formed in 1977 to identify a pool of players in each age group from which a National Team will be selected for international competition; to provide high-level training to benefit and enhance the development of players at all levels; and, through the use of carefully selected and licensed coaches, develop a mechanism for the exchange of ideas and curriculum to improve all levels of coaching.

How do I participate?

Contact your local US Youth Soccer State Association office to find out more about getting involved with US Youth Soccer ODP. 

Program Description History

In 1979, the program expanded, the organization became more efficient, and multi-year plans were developed. State Associations were encouraged to develop programs that supported and worked in tandem with National and Regional programs. At the beginning of 1982, a formalized program for girls was created, with the addition of a full committee (one member from each Region).

Current Organization

From 1982 until the present, international events for youth national teams have increased substantially and the US Youth Soccer ODP has kept pace by instituting trials and player pools for six age groups in the boys’ program, and six age groups in the girls’ program.

The US Youth Soccer ODP Selection Process

Each State Association holds ODP tryouts on an annual basis. Age Groups and tryout dates may be different from state to state, based on seasonal and state considerations. Your first contact should be to your State Association for try-out information.

How are Players Selected?

Players are selected, in most states, on the basis of open tryouts. These tryouts are conducted by state association coaches who are recognized for their ability to identify and train players with superior skills. Some state associations combine scouting techniques and invitations to certain players with open tryouts. Selection of these players is not an easy task. The state association head coach or State Coach will, in most cases, be assisted in the selection process by several other qualified coaches from the club or league level. Players are evaluated on the four components that make up a soccer player:
1. Technique
2. Tactics
3. Fitness and Athletic Ability
4. Psychological Component (attitude)

What are Regional Camps?

US Youth Soccer is divided into four regions, each of which offers a regional camp for state association ODP teams in each eligible age group. The camps are designed to provide high-level competition and training for participating players. During this training and competition, players who are capable of performing at a higher level of play are identified for possible national team camp, pool, or team participation. Each region varies somewhat as to the specifics and the cost of their camps. Your state association or regional administrator should be contacted for more information.

What is a National Camp?

National Camps and Interregional events are held throughout the year at various locations in the United States. The National Team Coach or a National Staff Coach is present at these events to observe, train, and identify players for placement in the national pool or on a national team.

What are the Benefits of Participating in US Youth Soccer ODP?

1. Development as a player. The opportunity to train and play with the best players in one’s age group.
2. Quality instruction from nationally licensed coaches.
3. Quality competition. Games against other state association ODP teams.
4. Exposure to regional and national team coaches.
5. The opportunity to represent one’s state, region, or country in competition.
6. Exposure to college coaches.

USYS ODP Infographic

FYSA ODP Timeline