We're excited to announce that tryouts registration for the upcoming 2025/26 season is coming soon!
YDP (2018-2016) Tryout Registration, coming soon!
U11-19 (2015-2007) Tryouts Registration, coming soon!
Tryout Schedule,, coming soon!
Check-In Instructions & Tips for Tryouts
Meet Coaching Staff, coming soon!
2025/26 Team Training Schedule, coming soon!
Fees & Financial Aid
Tryout Registration - Coming Soon!
Your player's registration includes two days of observation. All players, new and returning, are required to participate in tryouts. There is a $35 pre-registration, $45 late-registration, non-refundable fee to tryout at our club. Player's team fees for the season are due once they are offered a spot following tryouts.
Pre-Registration Deadline: Saturday March 1st @11:59pm
What Programs Do You Offer & How Do Season's Work?
My player was born 2016-2018 (U8-10)
U8-10 Development Teams:
Our U8-10 Youth Development Program (YDP) is divided into three seasons: Summer/Fall Program (May-November '25), Winter Camp (December '25-January '26) and Spring Program (January-May '26). If you intend to play in both the Summer/Fall & Spring, we are now offering an Annual Program. When accepting a spot following tryouts in May, families will have the option to register their player for just Summer/Fall or Annual (through May 2026, and by-pass Spring tryouts in January).
Annual Program Development Team - May Tryout Required
Summer/Fall Only Program Development Team - May Tryout Required
Spring Only Program Development Team - January Tryout Required
If you are unsure of your families schedule for the year, you can sign-up now for Summer/Fall and add the Spring Season later for an additional fee.
U8-10 Camps, Academies & More!
In the Summer, we offer Camps in in June and July that are open to players of all skill levels. In the Fall and Spring, we offer our Technical Skills Training Academy which is available to U10 player and are broken into 10-sessions each. Sessions act as a "third day of training" for players looking to improve their technical skills including dribbling, passing, receiving and shooting.
Summer Camps - Tryout Not Required
Fall Technical Skills Training Academy - Tryout Not Required
Winter Development Camp - Tryout Not Required
Spring Technical Skills Training Academy - Tryout Not Required
My player was born 2015-2011 (U11-14)
U11-14 Competitive Teams: Players on these teams participate in our U11-U14 Annual Program which runs May to Mid-November '25 & Mid-January to April '26 (Winter Break in December). Technical Skills Training Academy is available to U10 players in the Spring and Fall and are broken into 10-sessions each. Sessions act as a "third day of training" for players looking to improve their technical skills including dribbling, passing, receiving and shooting. We offer Recreational, Summer-Day and Skills Camps in June and July that are open to players of all skill levels.
U11-14 Annual Program Competitive Team - May Tryout Required
Day & Skills Camps - Tryout Not Required
Technical Skills Training Academy - Tryout Not Required
GK Academy - Tryout Not Required
My player was born 2009-2006 (U15-19)
Players on these teams participate in either our U15-U19 Annual Program (May-August '25 & November-April '26) or our Summer-Only Program (June-July '25). We also offer an Advanced Camp to all players in July that will help prepare older athletes for high school soccer tryouts and beyond. Annual Program teams are on break during the fall with players participating on their high school's team.
U15-19 Annual Program Team - May Tryout Required
High School Summer-Only Program Training - Tryout Not Required
Advanced Camp July 28-31 (9am-12:30pm) - Tryout Not Required
GK Academy - Tryout Not Required
Tryout Schedule (May 5-17th, 2025)
Age-Group | Birth Year | Tryout (Day 1 of 2) | Tryout (Day 2 of 2) | Program | Level |
2018-2016 Girls & Boys | U8-10 | TBD | TBD | U8-10 Summer/Fall or Annual | Developmental Team |
2015 Girls | U11 | TBD | TBD | U11-14 Annual | Competitive Team |
2015 Boys | U11 | TBD | TBD | U11-14 Annual | Competitive Team |
2014 Girls | U12 | TBD | TBD | U11-14 Annual | Competitive Team |
2014 Boys | U12 | TBD | TBD | U11-14 Annual | Competitive Team |
2013 Girls | U13 | TBD | TBD | U11-14 Annual | Competitive Team |
2013 Boys | U13 | TBD | TBD | U11-14 Annual | Competitive Team |
2012 Girls | U14 | TBD | TBD | U11-14 Annual | Competitive Team |
2012 Boys | U14 | TBD | TBD | U11-14 Annual | Competitive Team |
2011 Girls | U15 | TBD | TBD | U15-19 Annual | Competitive Team |
2011 Boys | U15 | TBD | TBD | U15-19 Annual | Competitive Team |
2010 Girls | U16 | TBD | TBD | U15-19 Annual | Competitive Team |
2010 Boys | U16 | TBD | TBD | U15-19 Annual | Competitive Team |
2009 Girls | U16 | TBD | TBD | U15-19 Annual | Competitive Team |
2009 Boys | U16 | TBD | TBD | U15-19 Annual | Competitive Team |
2008/07 Girls | U17 | TBD | TBD | U15-19 Annual | Competitive Team |
2008/07 Boys | U17 | TBD | TBD | U15-19 Annual | Competitive Team |
FAQ:
How much do tryouts cost?
What if my player wants to play with an older age-group?
What if my player is unable to attend one or both of their tryout dates?
How will my player know they've made a team?
What if I'm having trouble registering?
Who should I contact with questions?
Can you tell me a bit about the tryout process?
If my player is offered a spot, where will their training be?
Day-of Tryout Instructions
Tip #1: View Parking & Directions
Directions: All tryouts are held at Buckman Field Complex (300 NE 12th Ave, Portland).
Parking: Please give yourself enough time to find a spot and walk to the field. There is only street parking available at this facility. Entrances are noted on the field map below.
Tip #2: Come Prepared
Please wear weather appropriate soccer attire, cleats and shinguards.
We ask that players do not wear PCU or other club's uniforms to tryouts.
Players should bring a ball (with players name + phone number, legible in sharpie) and a water bottle. The lost & found is located in our club-house if something is misplaced during tryouts
Tip #3: Arrive 10-15 Minutes Early to Check-In
Players will pick-up their tryout number (U11-19)or name tag (U8-10) at the check-in tables
Families are welcome to accompany their player to their field but are permitted to watch tryouts from outside the track only (not on the turf please).
We encourage players during warm-ups, to introduce themselves or ask someone to pass or juggle. Communicate during the game play, tell a teammate "nice pass, good tackle," etc.
Tip #5: Most Importantly––Remember, Have fun!
You will make mistakes, everyone does, it's okay to make mistakes! Showing how you respond to those mistakes is what matters more. Listen, but please don't be afraid to ask questions.
Day 2 of Tryouts - Reminders
For U8-10: Please toss your player's name tag following the first session. These players will re-check-in on day 2 of tryouts by picking up a new name tag in the club-house classroom.
For U11-19: Please bring your tryout number back with you for your second day of tryouts. When you arrive for day two, please go directly to the field to warm-up, no need to check back in.
How will my player know if they've made a team?
Players who are offered spots will receive the official club invitation via email from SportsConnect (to the email used to register for tryouts) within 24 hours* of the age-groups second tryout date, letting them know if they've made a team. Families have 48 hours from the time the invitation is sent to accept their spot and make their first payment.
*If your player is on a team's waitlist, they may receive an acceptance or decline after the 24 hour window. Coaches will work as quickly as possible to notify all players and we appreciate your patience!. If you have any questions, please reach out at victoria@pcusc.org. Please include your players first and last name and birthdate.
Players are not committed on a roster until they accept their spot via the offer email and make their first payment. Players are not permitted to attend training until they have officially accepted their spot.
Coaches will be in contact with accepted players via email within a few days of their tryout with more information, including the age-group's annual calendar and TeamSnap App invitation.
Program | Age-Group | Price | Payment Options |
2018-2016 | TBD | $300 non-refundable deposit required to accept player's spot.* | |
2018-2016 | TBD | $300 non-refundable deposit required to accept player's spot.* | |
2018-2016 | TBD | $300 non-refundable deposit required to accept player's spot.* | |
U11-U14 Annual Team Spot | 2015-2012 | TBD | $300 non-refundable deposit required to accept player's spot.* |
U15-U19 Annual Team Spot | 2011-2007 | TBD | $300 non-refundable deposit required to accept player's spot.* |
*Payment plans are available for remaining balance. See more details below.
Refund Policy
There are no refunds for tryout fees. Upon acceptance of team placement, all club fees are due and considered non-refundable. There are no refunds given or fee forgiveness except in extreme circumstances (season ending injury that happens while participating with your PCU club team only) or move outside the Portland/Metro area where travel to training and games would be impossible. These may be the only exceptions.
If you choose a payment plan during registration, all future installments will still be due if your player leaves the club at any point in the season. All club and team fees must be paid in full before a transfer to another club can be completed (pending additional approval by Head Coach and/or Director of Coaching).
What is NOT covered by Club Fees:
Tryout Fee
Required Club Uniform
Team Expenses / Tournament Fees
ECNL RL / GA Fees
PCU Winter Small-Sided 5v5 / 7v7 League, optional
Camps or Technical Training Sessions, optional
Team / Tournament Expenses
Team Expenses are separate from the Club Fee and payable directly to the player's team, collected by the Coach and/or Team Manager. Team Fees cover such things as tournaments, travel and/or extra team activities. These fees are divided amongst the participating players (i.e. there is no set fee, as each team participates in different tournaments, leagues and activities).
Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance is available for qualifying families only. All players, including those applying for assistance, are required to pay the deposit of $300 when accepting your spot. To make this payment, please select a payment plan option, rather than pay-in-full.
When completing the registration, please check that you are requesting Financial Aid and you will be sent an invitation to apply once the deposit is paid. You will need to submit the additional application and all required documentation to be considered for assistance. Aid can cover up to 50% of players club fees, and does not include uniform, team expenses or tournament fees.
Additional application is required for camp scholarships.
Work-trade opportunities may be available throughout the year including PCU's tournaments/leagues and facility maintenance. Please reach out to pcusc@pcusc.org to inquire.
Credit Card & Payment Plan Fee
All card payments made on SportsConnect are subject to a 2.8% credit card processing fee. All payment plans are required to be paid via card, and include a small additional installment fee. For those paying in full and would like to avoid the cc fee, you can drop off a check or cash in the clubhouse within 48 hours of being offered a spot on a team for the full balance owed.
If you choose a payment plan during registration, all future installments will still be due if your player leaves the club at any point in the season. If you are requesting a release of a player card to another club, your account must be paid in full prior to the transfer (pending additional approval by Head Coach and/or Director of Coaching).
If there are extenuating circumstances preventing you from making your scheduled payments, please be in touch with PCU's office ASAP. Those who are not up to date on their payment plan may be withheld from training/games until their account is settled.
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