Prineville Premier Is Becoming Bend FC!

One Club. One Community. One Future.

Exciting changes are coming to competitive youth soccer in Prineville!

Prineville Premier Soccer Club and Bend FC are joining together as one organization, building on our existing partnership to create a stronger future for youth soccer in Central Oregon.

This transition brings expanded coaching resources, player development opportunities, and competitive pathways to Prineville while preserving what matters most: keeping competitive soccer opportunities right here in our community.

Prineville Premier has built a strong foundation through its commitment to local athletes and families. As the program transitions to Bend FC, we are excited to build on that foundation and continue growing the game together.

What This Means for Prineville Families

Our commitment to providing quality, accessible soccer opportunities in Prineville remains unchanged.

Families can look forward to:

• Local Soccer Opportunities: Players will continue to train, develop, and participate in competitive soccer programs in Prineville.
• Expanded Coaching Resources: Access to Bend FC's experienced coaching staff, coaching education, and player development programs.
• Competitive Pathways: Opportunities to progress through Bend FC's competitive structure, including OYSA leagues and potential higher-level pathways as players develop.
• Stronger Organizational Support: Additional resources to support coaches, players, families, and long-term program growth.
• Continued Community Focus: Maintaining the relationships, values, and local identity that Prineville Premier families have helped establish.

Prineville Leadership

Destanie Johnson will serve as Bend FC's Prineville Director, overseeing local programming, coaches, player development, and continued growth in the Prineville community.

Working alongside Bend FC's leadership and coaching staff, Destanie will continue supporting local families while helping expand opportunities for players of all ages and abilities.

Spring 2027 Bend FC | Prineville Tryouts

Registration is now open!

We invite all boys and girls U8–U14 to participate in our Spring 2027 tryouts.

Whether your child currently plays for Prineville Premier, participates in recreational soccer, or is interested in joining our competitive program for the first time, we encourage them to attend.

DATE: Saturday, November 14, 2026

LOCATION: Davidson Field (Baseball Outfield)
251 SE Court Street, Prineville, OR 97754

Tryout Schedule

U8–U10 | Boys & Girls

Birth Dates: August 1, 2016 – July 31, 2019

Tryout Time: 12:00–1:15 PM

Check-In: 11:40 AM

U11–U12 | Boys & Girls

Birth Dates: August 1, 2014 – July 31, 2016

Tryout Time: 12:00–1:30 PM

Check-In: 11:40 AM

U13–U14 | Boys & Girls

Birth Dates: August 1, 2012 – July 31, 2014

Tryout Time: 1:45–3:15 PM

Check-In: 1:25 PM

All players must register in advance and arrive 20 minutes before their scheduled tryout for check-in.

REGISTER FOR SPRING 2027 TRYOUTS

What to Expect at Tryouts

Our coaching staff will lead players through age-appropriate soccer activities and game-based evaluations.

Coaches will assess technical skills, game understanding, effort, attitude, coachability, and development potential.

Players should bring:

• Soccer cleats and shin guards
• Athletic clothing appropriate for the weather
• Water bottle
• Soccer ball

Team Placement & Next Steps

Following tryouts, coaches will review evaluations and communicate placement information during the week of November 16, 2026.

U8–U10 | Junior Development Academy (JDA)

Our JDA program welcomes all interested players regardless of experience or current ability. Teams and training groups will be organized based on age and registration numbers, with an emphasis on skill development, confidence, and enjoyment of the game.

U11–U14 | Competitive Teams

Players will be evaluated for competitive team placement. Depending on their development and roster availability, players may receive an invitation to join a team, participate as a training player, or receive recommendations for additional development.

Families will receive information about accepting their placement, completing spring registration, and selecting their training options.

Spring team practices begin in February 2027, with league games beginning in late February.

Spring 2027 Program Fees & Payment Schedule

The total investment for the Spring 2027 season is $575 per player for both U8–U10 Junior Development Academy (JDA) and U11–U14 competitive teams.

To make payments more manageable for families, fees are collected in installments rather than requiring the full season cost upfront.

Payment Schedule:

• $350 Initial Registration Fee – Due when accepting your player's roster placement and registering for the Spring 2027 season.
• $75 February Training Fee – Charged in February 2027.
• $75 March Training Fee – Charged in March 2027.
• $75 April Training Fee – Charged in April 2027.

Total Spring 2027 Investment: $575 per player

Families will pay $350 initially, followed by $75 per month for February, March, and April.

Optional Early Training: Additional development training with Destanie Johnson will be available during December and January, starting at $90 per month. These sessions are optional, billed separately, and are not included in the $575 spring season investment.

Important Information for Current Competitive Players

Players currently registered with another competitive club for the 2026–2027 seasonal year should review their existing club commitments and any applicable transfer requirements before accepting a roster position with Bend FC.

Families with questions about player registration or transfers are encouraged to contact our staff for assistance.

Building the Future Together

"Destanie and Prineville Premier have done an outstanding job growing the game in Prineville, and Bend FC has been proud to support those efforts. This next-level partnership creates exciting opportunities for players, coaches, and families while establishing a stronger foundation for the future of soccer in the Prineville area."

— Donnie Emerson, Bend FC Executive Director

We are proud of Prineville Premier's history, excited about the opportunities ahead, and committed to continuing to provide meaningful soccer experiences for local athletes.

One Club. One Community. One Future.

Play with Purpose!

Questions?

Destanie Johnson | Prineville Director
destanie.johnson@bendfc.com

Jessica Passage | Bend FC Director of Operations
jessica.passage@bendfc.com