Bridging the Gap Between Youth Soccer, High School Soccer, College Soccer, and the Semi-Professional Adult Game

The UPSL Youth Academy League is designed for elite high school-aged players who aspire to play at the next level whether that’s college soccer, the Semi-Professional UPSL First Team, or even the professional ranks. As part of the United Premier Soccer League structure, the Academy League offers a nationally recognized platform that mirrors the intensity, standards, and demands of top-tier soccer. OJB FC is the only club in Northern Arizona offering this UPSL Youth Academy Program at this time!

A Clear Pathway to the Semi-Professional UPSL First Team

OJB FC’s UPSL Youth Academy Program is the direct stepping stone to our Semi-Professional UPSL First Team. Players in the Academy League compete against strong opponents, adapt to a much faster speed of play, and experience the tactical challenges that prepare them for senior-level soccer.

By training and competing in the UPSL Youth Academy League, our athletes:

  • Develop advanced tactical awareness and game intelligence
  • Increase technical precision under pressure
  • Build physical readiness to meet professional-level demands
  • Gain visibility with scouts, colleges, and professional clubs

We are more than a club. We are a family.

Call to Join A Team

Soccer club game model Prescott AZ - Young girl instructing by there coach in Prescott Vally AZ at OJB FC

Why OJB FC’s UPSL Youth Academy is “Different By Design!”

We don’t just coach the game, we teach players how to “think it”. Our curricula and training methodologies are built around Cognition and Competency, ensuring players make smarter, faster, and the correct decisions at the right time on the pitch. This approach mirrors our Semi-Professional UPSL First Team environment, making the transition seamless for those ready to take the leap.

Players benefit from:

  • Training alongside Semi-Professional UPSL First Team members for mentorship and inspiration
  • Access to the same facilities, equipment, and coaching staff as the senior team
  • Competitive match environments that replicate the physical and mental demands of collegiate and professional play

Opportunities Beyond the Academy

Graduates of our UPSL Academy League move on to:

  • OJB FC Semi-Professional UPSL First Team roster
  • NCAA Division I, II, and III programs
  • NAIA and NJCAA collegiate teams
  • Potential trials with professional clubs domestically and abroad for the most elite players
Young soccer players playing side by side in Prescott Valley AZ at OJB FC