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Congrats
to the following HFC players selected
to the 09-2010 ODP team!
96Girls Blue
Kelly Dorney
Katie Sullivan
 98Girls White
Ali Thomas
98Girls Blue
Abbey Thornton
Sydney Keller
Sammy Manzo
Niina Jetsu
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95Girls Blue
Caitlin Walters
98Girls White
Elle Warner
97Girls Blue
Emma Frances Thompson
Avery Batson
Beryl Newchurch
Neeley Goodwin
Allyson Nordlie
Daria Zarzeka
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94Boys
Blue
Rawls Musgrove
96Boys Blue
Roy Etta
Jake Rufe
Dylan Brown
Bailey Oliver
Daniel Buchanan
Max Isper
Matthew Van Scoy
Evan Khodabandeh |
2009-2010 ODP Brochure
2009-2010 ODP Season
Tryouts: January 9 - January 10
Birmingham, AL
Ages: 1993 - 1998
Registration Dates & Fee: December 1 to January 3 - $ 95
Late Registration: January 4 to January 7 - $120
The
Olympic Development Program (ODP) is an important part of Huntsville
Futbol Club's Total Soccer Development. We recognize and congratulate the club's
ODP players.
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.
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 which 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 Olympic Development Program
has kept pace by instituting trials and player pools for five age groups in the
boys' program, and five age groups in the girls' program.
The US Youth Soccer ODP Selection Process
Each State Association holds ODP try-outs on an annual basis. Age Groups and
try-out 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 do I participate in Alabama's ODP program?
Players enter Alabama's ODP program through District Training and Tryouts.
The selection process begins with District Tryouts and then State Tryouts.
October begins the
first month of District Training.
Any player that participated in any one of the 4 phases during the 2002-2003 ODP season
is eligible to attend District Training.
In addition, players may also be scouted into District Training. This can happen through
the events of tournaments, state league play, and on the recommendation of a club’s DOC.
Any player having a 1991 birth year and is interested in ODP may also participate in their
District Training.
Players attending District Training must notify the ODP administrator 3 days prior to a
District Training session. This will allow for District Coordinators to provide the appropriate
amount of coaches for each session.
Please notify Christie Clark, ODP administrator, by email
clarkhse@yahoo.com for District Training notification. You may also call with any questions: 256-650-5613.
How are Players Selected?
In Alabama, players are selected on the basis of open tryouts during District Training. District
Training is conducted by the 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
the 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:
What District Training?
District Training is the entry point to Alabama's ODP selection process. It has other objectives
as well: (1) minimize travel time; (2) increase the amount of
training; (3) get exposure to as many college coaches as possible; (4) learn the skills, roles and
responsibilities required for each of the positions; and (5) develop leadership for older players due
to training with younger players. As well, younger players should learn to provide full-hearted support
to older players.
ODP Pool players are strongly encouraged to attend at least 5 out of 8 training sessions. Players
must either e-mail or call the District Coordinator prior to missing a session. If an unforeseen
situation prevents prior notification of absence, the player is required to call or email the District
Coordinator and explain the reason for being absent. The District Coordinator will keep a record of conduct and attendance.
Club coaches are strongly encouraged to advise the District Coordinator on players who are serious
and committed for higher-level soccer. The District Coordinator will allow these players to train
at an ODP District/Clinic session. Upon observing the player, the District Coordinator may recommend
the player for future training and participation on the state ODP team/pool.
What are Regional Camps?
US Youth Soccer is divided into four regions, each 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 indentify 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
player's 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.
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