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**Unregistered** · 12-27-2016, 07:27 PM

Dear Dad is Nervous,

If you came to this board for actual advice, you made a mistake. If you came here for pettiness and bickering, then you found the right spot. As you are the father of a boy, you will find that you will rarely if ever visit this place as boy's soccer is not discussed on here. Going to practices and asking parents will usually yield far better information than any you will get here. And if you have a daughter, you might want to reconsider that relocation.

**Unregistered** · 12-27-2016, 07:42 PM

Originally posted by Unregistered View Post

Dear Dad is Nervous,

If you came to this board for actual advice, you made a mistake. If you came here for pettiness and bickering, then you found the right spot. As you are the father of a boy, you will find that you will rarely if ever visit this place as boy's soccer is not discussed on here. Going to practices and asking parents will usually yield far better information than any you will get here. And if you have a daughter, you might want to reconsider that relocation.

Winner!

**Unregistered** · 12-27-2016, 10:31 PM

Originally posted by Unregistered View Post

The wife and I are Portland natives moving (running?) back after 15 years in LA. Our oldest is a 2006 who - if we stayed - would be moving in the spring to one of the DAs (likely Galaxy, LAFC, or TFA...though the latter would be a stretch for him).

So my question is: are there any u12 clubs in the area who are ruthless about requiring the kids to play out of the back? Any clubs that are head-and-shoulders above the rest when it comes to the level of training? Any to avoid?

Thanks in advance. Dad is nervous.

Stay away from anything labelled "Timbers". Don't say you weren't warned.

**Unregistered** · 12-27-2016, 10:32 PM

Originally posted by Unregistered View Post

The wife and I are Portland natives moving (running?) back after 15 years in LA. Our oldest is a 2006 who - if we stayed - would be moving in the spring to one of the DAs (likely Galaxy, LAFC, or TFA...though the latter would be a stretch for him).

So my question is: are there any u12 clubs in the area who are ruthless about requiring the kids to play out of the back? Any clubs that are head-and-shoulders above the rest when it comes to the level of training? Any to avoid?

Thanks in advance. Dad is nervous.

What side of town are you on? If travel doesn't matter and if your son is playing on the higher end look at Academia de Futbol (ADF) . Go out and have him attend a practice and see how he fits in with the group. It's a highly talented group of kids from all over the city. There are no "B" teams there. Each coach there is paid well and they only have one team so kids get a lot of good attention. If you want a club that will offer DA just pick the club closest to where you live. They are all the same.

**Unregistered** · 12-28-2016, 01:19 AM

Is "ADF" not DA? As in, the best training/team is outside of DA?

That's odd, no?

**Unregistered** · 12-28-2016, 01:53 AM

What a coincidence! I'm moving to Portland next month from SoCal too! I have 05, 06, 07 and 08 girls that were all playing on nationally top ranked programs. I'm worried about where to place them. Is there a local club that is adamant about playing it out of the back and punishing the keeper for any punts? Any clubs play beautiful flowing soccer in the manner of Barca? Are there any clubs that fit my criteria? I expect top level development and D1 full rides. I'm very nervous they might not find the right fit. Thanks in advance to all you beautiful talking soccer people.

**Unregistered** · 12-28-2016, 01:55 AM

I have 2006 triplets that we're all starting for the best SoCal club. Wife is relocating to Portland. I'm a stay at home house husband. I'd like to get the three into the best local club. They must be stern about playing out of the back. Any suggestions?

**Unregistered** · 12-28-2016, 01:57 AM

Originally posted by Unregistered View Post

What a coincidence! I'm moving to Portland next month from SoCal too! I have 05, 06, 07 and 08 girls that were all playing on nationally top ranked programs. I'm worried about where to place them. Is there a local club that is adamant about playing it out of the back and punishing the keeper for any punts? Any clubs play beautiful flowing soccer in the manner of Barca? Are there any clubs that fit my criteria? I expect top level development and D1 full rides. I'm very nervous they might not find the right fit. Thanks in advance to all you beautiful talking soccer people.

Eastside Timbers is the best option in Portland. Hands down.

**Unregistered** · 12-28-2016, 02:20 AM

Originally posted by Unregistered View Post

I have 2006 triplets that we're all starting for the best SoCal club. Wife is relocating to Portland. I'm a stay at home house husband. I'd like to get the three into the best local club. They must be stern about playing out of the back. Any suggestions?

Eastside Timbers are the top girls program in the area.

**Unregistered** · 12-28-2016, 10:42 AM

Avoid FC Portland, if you want play out the back. At least with their 05s, their keeper could have a career as an NFL punter.

No local club is "ruthless" about play out of the back, but some are better than others about excessive long balls.

**Unregistered** · 12-28-2016, 10:47 AM

Originally posted by Unregistered View Post

Eastside Timbers is the best option in Portland. Hands down.

Wise advice.

**Unregistered** · 12-28-2016, 12:05 PM

Originally posted by Unregistered View Post

What a coincidence! I'm moving to Portland next month from SoCal too! I have 05, 06, 07 and 08 girls that were all playing on nationally top ranked programs. I'm worried about where to place them. Is there a local club that is adamant about playing it out of the back and punishing the keeper for any punts? Any clubs play beautiful flowing soccer in the manner of Barca? Are there any clubs that fit my criteria? I expect top level development and D1 full rides. I'm very nervous they might not find the right fit. Thanks in advance to all you beautiful talking soccer people.

You've come to the right place. Here you will find unbiased information to help you make an informed decision. Be sure you ask a lot of questions and engage with the club officials and concerned parents that will offer up detailed opinions and facts. The spirit in which this chat room operates is one of goodwill and kindness. Sit back, relax and enjoy the responses as they roll in. Pay close attention and take notes if necessary. This is an important enough decision for you to come to this anonymous chat room to ask so make it count.