What is ODP?
The US Youth Soccer Olympic Development Program (ODP) is a national identification and development program for high-level players. The program identifies, forms, and develops youth players throughout the country to represent their state and regional associations. These teams are comprised of the best players in various age groups. At the state association level, pools of players are identified in each eligible age group, and brought together as a team to develop their skill through training and competition. From the state pools and subsequent teams, players are identified for regional and national pools and teams.
US Youth Soccer ODP a Common Thread Among Players Selected to Residency
38 of 40 players selected for the US Soccer U-17 Residency program have ODP ties. Read the Article
What it Takes to be Successful in the US Youth Soccer
Olympic Development Program
by John Ellinger
