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FC Thunder Programs
Olympic Development Program (ODP)
FC Thunder is proud to have players who participate in the Olympic Development Program and to have our Director of Coaching to be part of the staff. Following are benefits of participating in ODP, however, additional information regarding this program may be found at www.stxsoccer.org
- Development as a player. The opportunity to train and play with the best players in your age group.
- Quality instruction from nationally licensed coaches.
- Quality competition. Games against other state association ODP teams.
- Exposure to regional and national team coaches.
- The opportunity to represent one's state, region, or country in competition.
- Exposure to college coaches.
FC Thunder College Development (U15 - U18)
The Thunder FC College Development Program prepares children, beginning with the Select League, to play competitively in high school and subsequently in college. College-focused preparation begins as the player enters high school and concludes at graduation. Our program is a culmination of organized activities including, but not limited to, the following:
- Visits at schools with NCAA programs to learn more about the next level of play, required preparation, and demands and expectations of being a collegiate soccer player
- Host guest speakers and coaches who run college training sessions for players and provide guidance on the college recruiting and playing experience. Previous guest speakers/coaches include Houston Dynamo’s Brian Ching, NCAA coaches, and past and current college players
- Showcasing players by participating in tournaments attended by college coaches
- Development of a player-specific profile (soccer resume)
- Initiating and managing contacts with college coaches
Alumni
Please click here to learn more about FC Thunder alumni who have subsequently played at the college level.
