Where Your Development Journey Begins
Development PathWay
Creativity. Discipline. Respect.
At ADF Portland, Our Development Academy is built on three core pillars that guide every training session, every interaction, and every step of a player’s growth. These principles shape not only how players learn the game, but who they become as individuals.
Creativity - We encourage players to explore, take risks, and express themselves. Through small-sided games, problem-solving activities, and open-play learning, athletes develop confidence, imagination, and the ability to make decisions on the field. Creativity builds intelligent, adaptable players.
Discipline - We believe discipline is essential to long-term player development. Players learn the value of consistent effort, proper training habits, and attention to detail. Whether through technical repetition or team responsibilities, discipline helps young athletes grow with structure and purpose.
Respect - Respect is at the heart of ADF’s culture. We teach players to honor the game, their coaches, teammates, opponents, and themselves. This foundation builds character, teamwork, and a strong, positive community both on and off the field.
Our Philosophy: ADF Portland’s Development Academy is committed to nurturing young athletes through a balanced approach that blends creativity, discipline, and respect. Our goal is to help players develop strong technical skills, grow in confidence, and embrace the values that make the beautiful game meaningful. By fostering a positive, supportive environment, ADF ensures every player has the opportunity to learn, improve, and thrive.
Pre-Development ( AGES 6-8)
Foundation Skills & Development Training
Pre-Development is the next step in the ADF Development Pathway, designed for young players ready for structured training and deeper skill development. Athletes train twice a week and focus on ball mastery, dribbling, coordination, physical movement, and an introduction to tactical concepts. This program prepares players for future competitive opportunities and continued long-term growth.
This program focuses on:
- Technical skill development
- Ball control and dribbling
- Speed, agility, and coordination
- Early tactical understanding
- Building disciplined training habits.
Games: Sundays OYSA Development League ( 4v4 & 7v7 format)
Seasons: Spring League, Summer training & Tournaments, Fall league
DEVELOPMENT (Ages 9–10)
Preparing Players for Competitive Soccer
This is the final stage of our foundational pathway. Designed for players ages 9–10, this program bridges the transition from early development to competitive team environments.
Athletes train with greater structure and intensity, focusing on advanced technical skills, decision-making, positional understanding, and game intelligence.
Players in this program continue playing in the 7v7 format, preparing them for the upcoming move to 9v9 competitive play.
This is a crucial stage where players begin to understand the tactical responsibilities of each position while sharpening individual technique.
Program Focus:
- Advanced ball mastery and technical growth
- Speed, agility, and game movement
- Understanding spacing, support, and small-group tactics
- Developing discipline, consistency, and confidence
- Smooth transition from 4v4 to 7v7 formats
Season Structure:
Year-Round Program — Fall Season, Spring Season, Summer Tournament & Training, and Winter Futsal (games played on Sundays)
SUMMER & FALL TRAINING SCHEDULE
Our Academy Teams train 2-3 times a week + 1 futsal session
- Players have options to train at all our locations during the week
Pre-Development ( AGES 6-8)
Foundation Skills & Development Training
Pre-Development is the next step in the ADF Development Pathway, designed for young players ready for structured training and deeper skill development. Athletes train twice a week and focus on ball mastery, dribbling, coordination, physical movement, and an introduction to tactical concepts. This program prepares players for future competitive opportunities and continued long-term growth.
This program focuses on:
- Technical skill development
- Ball control and dribbling
- Speed, agility, and coordination
- Early tactical understanding
- Building disciplined training habits.
Games: Sundays OYSA Development League ( 4v4 & 7v7 format)
Seasons: Spring League, Summer training & Tournaments, Fall league
DEVELOPMENT (Ages 9–10)
Preparing Players for Competitive Soccer
This is the final stage of our foundational pathway. Designed for players ages 9–10, this program bridges the transition from early development to competitive team environments.
Athletes train with greater structure and intensity, focusing on advanced technical skills, decision-making, positional understanding, and game intelligence.
Players in this program continue playing in the 7v7 format, preparing them for the upcoming move to 9v9 competitive play.
This is a crucial stage where players begin to understand the tactical responsibilities of each position while sharpening individual technique.
Program Focus:
- Advanced ball mastery and technical growth
- Speed, agility, and game movement
- Understanding spacing, support, and small-group tactics
- Developing discipline, consistency, and confidence
- Smooth transition from 4v4 to 7v7 formats
Season Structure:
Year-Round Program — Fall Season, Spring Season, Summer Tournament & Training, and Winter Futsal (games played on Sundays)
Our Academy Teams train 2-3 times a week + 1 futsal session
** Players have options to train at all our locations during the week **
ADF SCHEDULE & LOCATIONS
Delta Park - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday Time: 5-9:00pm
South Meadows Middle School - Tuesday, Thursday, Fridays Time: 6-7:30pm
Tualatin Valley Academy - Tuesday, Thursday Time: 5:00-7:30pm
Hillsboro Indoor - Tuesday, Thursday Time: 5-7:30pm
Gladstone High School - Tuesday, Thursday Time: 7-30pm
2026-2027 ACADEMY TEAMS
- ADF 2016B EA - Joaquim Capuia, Javier Baltazar
- ADF 2017B Pre EA - Andre Median
- ADF 2018B Pre EA - Andre Median
- ADF 2019B OYSA Development League
Time Commitment 12-month season with built-in breaks.
Player Fees Full Year: $2,000
Supplemental tryouts - If you are interested in joining mid season please contact us member fees will be prorated.
Birth Years: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020