Owensboro United Soccer Club was established in 1994. The club, and coaching staff, strive to attract players and parents with these common interests:
Promoting the game of soccer
Creating an environment in which players can reach their full potential and achieve the self-confidence and positive self-esteem necessary to be successful both on and off the soccer field
Developing individual skills and team tactics to enable players and/or teams to compete at the state, regional, and national level
Assisting college bound players in obtaining scholarships
Owensboro United Soccer Club is a not for profit organization
United was established for the specific purpose of developing a competitive youth soccer program whose goals are to achieve state, regional, and national soccer championship titles, as well as developing players capable of receiving college scholarships based on their playing ability and academic achievement. However, realization of these goals must be accomplished within the proper framework by instilling character, self-esteem, confidence, and sportsmanship within the youth athlete.
These goals can only be reached through the mature behavior and exemplary conduct of the coaches, parents, and officials of the Club. Their relationship with the players must be of the highest ethical and moral standards and be based upon concern and just principles that ensure equitable treatment prevails in all circumstances.
An aggressive desire for victory combined with the procedural and graduated development of soccer skills through exceptional coaching and advanced techniques is of paramount importance. Nevertheless, realization by all that soccer remains only a game is an inherent aspect of the philosophy of the Club that must always be recognized.
United At a Glance
- Established in 1994
- Select soccer club with teams competing in ages U9 – 18 ages
- Experienced and licensed coaching staff
- Great facilities
- Encourages individual development
- Teams compete in KYSA www.kysoccer.com annual State Cups
- Affiliated with the Green River Area Soccer (GRAS)
- Hosts the annual Owensboro United Spring Cup in April
- Hosts the annual Owensboro United Fall Cup in September
Areas of Emphasis
- Experienced Coaches who know how to positively teach young people
- Wide range of programs including camps, specialized training, strength and conditioning, and college play preparation
- Individual growth and technical development at early ages, shifting towards more team development as players mature
- Opportunities for advanced play including high school, Olympic Development (ODP), and college
The Future of United – United Soccer Academy
The United Soccer Academy began in the Spring of 2008. The Academy program is designed to give younger players more time to mature and develop before they are placed on “fixed” select teams. Our Academy offers the same competitive training environment as traditional select soccer but offers much more flexibility. The club keeps a collection of players within an age group rather than rostering them on “fixed” individual teams. This concept allows players to be “pool rostered” and therefore gives a club the flexibility to move players back and forth across traditional team lines according to their commitment, developmental progress, skill level and physical maturity, etc. Players may also choose to compete in recreational soccer leagues as well.
The United Academy focuses on soccer players in the U7-U9 age groups. Members of the Academy will benefit from experienced and licensed staff.