Academy

Sounders FC Academy teams face tough road tests in California

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Recent Results
U-18
Sounders FC 0 at Vancouver Whitecaps 0 (April 25)
U-16
Sounders FC 1 at. Vancouver Whitecaps 3 (April 25)
U-14

Sounders FC 1 at Vancouver Whitecaps 1 (April 25)


Upcoming Matches
May 2

  • Sounders FC U-18 at San Jose Earthquakes (11:00 a.m. PT, Independence High School)
  • Sounders FC U-16 at San Jose Earthquakes (1:30 p.m. PT, Independence High School)


May 3

  • Sounders FC U-18 at. Juventus Sport Club (10:00 a.m. PT, Canada College)
  • Sounders FC U-16 at. Juventus Sport Club (12:30 p.m. PT, Canada College)


Both squads face tough tests this weekend in important matches against the San Jose Earthquakes and Juventus SC. The U-18s will try to remain at the top of the table as the U-16s chase a coveted playoff spot. With the U-16 Earthquakes one spot ahead in the standings with 41 points and Juventus SC in close contention trailing by a point, the squad will need complete solid performances on both Saturday and Sunday.


In the Standings

  • U-18s are currently first in the Northwest Division with 54 points (17-5-3)
  • U-16s are currently fourth in the Northwest Division with 38 points (11-9-5)
  • U-14s finished second in the U-15 Far West Regional League Northwest Division with 15 points (5-1-0)


Coach’s Take

“We are really looking forward to the matches this weekend. Both teams play in very meaningful games, one against an MLS opponent, on the road. The stress of these games is a fine opportunity for the players and teams to continue to grow.” – Sounders FC Academy Technical Director Marc Nicholls 


Looking Forward

Seattle Sounders FC Academy will host trials for the 2001, 2002 and 2003 age groups. The 2001 tryouts are quickly approaching, set for May 4-5 and 7 at 4:30 p.m. PT, while the Discovery Program tryouts for the 2002-2003 age group will be held on June 1-2 at 4:30 p.m. PT. Both will be held at Starfire Sports. Complete information on how to register for tryouts can be found here.


Off the Field

The Sounders Academy is currently looking for Host Families for the 2015-2016 season. If you are interested in participating, please fill out an application to receive further information regarding the many benefits of the Academy’s Host Family Program.  

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