Eugene Metro Fútbol Club (EMFC) provides programs for boys and girls soccer players from age 4-18. The introduction and exploration of soccer happens in Little Metro program for players age 4-10 (pre-K to 4th grade). For 3rd and 4th grade (7-9 yr olds) players who are more committed and want to join a year round program, they can enter the Junior Academy program. At the end of the 4th grade players can tryout for a U11 competitive team. Every year in May EMFC offers tryouts for its U11-14 teams and programs. After the 8th grade the calendar for soccer changes slightly. Tryouts for U15-19 teams and programs are typically in mid May. Teams will practice through summer and then play at their respective high schools before resuming club soccer in mid November and compete in Winter league until late April/early May.

Mini and Little Metro Program

For ages 4-10

Please contact LT director Aden Farina-Henry with questions about the Little Metro program at: littlemetros@emfc.org

The Eugene Metro Fútbol Club provides a number of opportunities for very young players to develop a love for the game of soccer.

During these early years, EMFC focuses its program on teaching basic technical soccer skills to improve each individual player. Players will apply these skills in small sided games to enhance their understanding and their passion for the game of soccer.

The Little Metro program offers a 6 week spring and fall training program that includes a 5-week game schedule. In the summer Little Metro offers a 4 week summer academy and in the winter a similar 5 week academy indoor without games. Little Metro players can also register for the popular spring break camp or other camps offered throughout the year.

Junior Academy

For invested 3rd & 4th graders
Overseen by Porter Garrison-Terry, the Junior Academy is our development and soccer training program for focused 3rd and 4th grade boys and girls (7, 8, 9 year-olds). These youngsters display a desire for an elevated level of commitment and competition to their soccer. The Academy may also be open to younger players who meet the demands and standards of our program. Our intent is to provide a competitive but not exclusive environment for these developing youngsters. The annual calendar is organized in 4 training phases (summer, fall, winter, and spring). Outdoor league play takes place in fall and spring in our Valley Academy League against teams from Salem, Corvallis, Eugene, Bend and surrounding areas.

Porter can be reached at: youthtechdirector@emfc.org

Pre-Academy U11-12

For ages 11-12

The Eugene Metro Fútbol Club starts to form committed and competitive youth teams that play in a statewide league. All our U11-U12 teams play in Oregon Youth Soccer Association’s Leagues. These statewide competitive leagues include a fall league with 10 games and a spring league with 8 games.

These teams play and train from May to November and from February to April. A curriculum of technical skill development, age appropriate tactical lessons along with the physical and mental preparation for a competitive soccer season prepares our players not only for the club season but also for their respective high school soccer teams.

U13-19 Teams

For ages 13-19

The Eugene Metro Fútbol Club forms committed and competitive teams that play in national platforms such as ECNL, Girls Academy or in statewide competition (OYSA).

These teams play and train year round depending on their age and level. The EMFC Game Model, which is a curriculum of technical skill development, age appropriate tactical lessons along with the physical and mental preparation for a competitive soccer season prepares our players not only for the club season but also for their respective high school soccer teams and collegiate soccer.

TOPSoccer Program

For athletes with special needs

TOPSoccer — “The Outreach Program for Soccer — is a statewide program that offers soccer clinics for kids with special needs. EMFC’s TOPSoccer program was founded by Mac Wilson in 1999 and is now directed by Mackenzie Kier. The program is free to kids, being funded through private and corporate donations from members of our community. Volunteers are recruited from local high schools and EMFC club teams to assist at the TOPSoccer clinics.

College Recruiting Program

We do provide a College Advisor for our U15-19 teams in addition to free access to one of the best college recruitment platforms out there – SportsRecruits. This platform provides our players with a competitive advantage over a typical student-athlete navigating the recruiting process. This comprehensive system allows for individuals to take ownership of their future by equipping them with tools necessary to find a home at the college level. As a club, we are committed to not only player development, but truly being a catalyst in helping our players fulfill their dreams of playing collegiate athletics and accessing higher education. Sports Recruits will provide uniformity to the club’s recruiting efforts and will allow for our coaching staff to take a much more personal approach in helping our athletes throughout the process.

EMFC ATP Program

Advanced Training and Performance (ATP) is very excited to partner with Eugene Metro FC by offering soccer specific strength and conditioning for U12 through U19 Premier and Competitive EMFC athletes. ATP focuses on injury prevention and safe mechanics first, and layers on volume and intensity when appropriate. ATP utilizes the most current research to help develop and build a holistic strength and conditioning program.