What is Arizona ODP?

The Arizona Soccer Association Olympic Development Program (ODP) provides players with additional opportunities for high-level training, competition, and identification.

ODP Tryouts

The ODP experience begins with open tryouts, which are typically held each August.

• Tryout information is also shared with local soccer clubs and members during the summer.
• Players must register for the tryout session that matches their age group and gender.
• During tryouts, ODP coaches evaluate each player’s:
  • Technical ability
  • Tactical understanding
  • Athletic ability
  • Attitude and work ethic
  • Overall performance

ODP Pool Selection

After tryouts are completed, coaches select the players they believe are prepared to participate successfully in the ODP program.

• Selected players are invited to join an age- and gender-specific ODP pool.
• An ODP pool is the group of players selected to train and participate within the Arizona ODP system.
• Pool selection lists are posted on azsoccerassociation.org after the evaluation process is complete.

Pool Registration

ODP Training Season

The ODP year runs from September through July of the following year. During a typical season:

• Each age group participates in approximately six training sessions.
• Training sessions are generally held on Saturdays and Sundays.
• The full training schedule is published at the beginning of each season.
• Players are encouraged to attend every session to receive the greatest developmental benefit from the program.

We understand that players may occasionally have conflicts and may not be able to attend every training session. There is no automatic penalty for missing a session. However, training sessions are an important part of the evaluation process used to select teams for the ODP Championships.

Regional Camps and Player Identification

Regional Camps are held during the summer and provide selected players with opportunities for:

• Advanced player development
• High-level training
• Competitive matches
• Regional and national identification

Players who perform at the highest level may be identified for possible participation in regional or national pools and teams

Region IV Camps

Arizona ODP state teams participate in Region IV Camps each summer. Regional Camp selections are made by ODP coaching and identification staff.

Camp dates vary each year based on the age group. Camps are generally held in late June and July.

Players may be selected for Regional Camp based on their performances at the ODP Championships and Sub-Regional events.