Bend FC Soccer Year 2026/2027 Information & Pricing

Bend, OR — Bend FC has announced it will host the Girls Academy Aspire Tryout (U13–U19), Round 1 of 2, March 16–19 at Pine Nursery Park (Bend FC Soccer Complex) in preparation for the 2026/27 competitive season. In addition, all Bend FC players, boys and girls U11–U19, will participate in a Pre-Tryout Camp during the same week, organized under the new 2026/27 seasonal age group structure. In response to new age groupings introduced by U.S. Soccer, Bend FC has developed this comprehensive evaluation program to help athletes transition into their new playing environments while reducing the stress often associated with traditional tryouts. The March 16–19 sessions include two 1.5-hour training sessions and serve as Round 1 of the two-part tryout process. All players are encouraged to atten Round 1 (March 16-19) and are required to attend Round 2 (May 11–14, 2026), and families only need to register once for the full process. No team invitations will be extended following Round 1 for non-Platform League players, as this phase is for evaluation and identification only; invitations for non-Platform teams will be sent during the week of May tryouts. However, Girls Academy Aspire (U13–U19), and potentially Boys ECNL RL teams if applicable, may provide early placement notifications in alignment with platform roster timelines, though final roster decisions are confirmed after Round 2.

The Pre-Tryout Camp is open to players born between 2008 and 2016 who currently compete at the Premier, Select, or Competitive levels, as well as Junior Academy players aging out of JDA (August 1, 2015 – July 31, 2016). The program is designed to provide additional exposure to future decision-making coaches, introduce players to their new age-group environments, support emotional and mental readiness, and assist in early Platform team identification. Bend FC’s evaluation model combines previous season development feedback, structured on-field assessments, and real-game simulation windows to provide a comprehensive and holistic view of each player’s abilities. “By extending the evaluation period and creating multiple opportunities for players to be seen, we are ensuring a fair and accurate placement process,” said club leadership. “Our goal is to support development while removing unnecessary pressure from the tryout experience.” Following the Pre-Tryout Camp, players will continue through the formal final tryout round May 11–14, 2026, with final roster placements communicated afterward

Additional Information:
Attendance at the Pre-Tryout Camp is recommended but not mandatory for U11–U19 non-Platform League players. Not attending the March Pre-Tryout Camp will not negatively impact a player’s ability to attend or be evaluated during the May 11–14 tryouts. The Pre-Tryout Camp is intended to provide additional exposure to coaches and allow players to train and compete within their new 2026/27 age group structure. Girls Academy Aspire league players (U13–U19) are highly recommended to attend Round 1, as formal invitations may begin during this phase as part of the two-round platform process. If the Boys U13–U19 11v11 teams are accepted into ECNL-RL, early invitations may also begin in Round 1 for that group; however, that status is currently pending. All boys teams U11–U19 are currently participating in the Pre-Tryout Camp evaluation period, with team invitations issued following May tryouts. Regardless of March attendance, all players must register for tryouts and attend the May 11–14 session. Players who attend in March are still required to attend in May, and players who do not attend in March must attend in May.

2016 Birth Year Player:
For players currently in Junior Development Academy or Recreational soccer who were born in 2016, placement will depend on their specific birthdate under the new age group matrix. Players born between August 1, 2015 – July 31, 2016  will move into U11 Competitive for the 2026/27 seasonal year. Players born between August 1, 2016 – July 31, 2017  will remain in Recreational soccer or Junior Development Academy for an additional year before moving into the U11 pathway. This adjustment aligns with U.S. Soccer’s updated age group structure and ensures players transition at the appropriate developmental stage.

PLAYER’S AGE GROUP-ROSTER FORMATION TOOL

U11- U14 Youth Premier Academy

Cost: $2,695 if committing on or before May 20, 2026 ($100 discount), $2,795 full price if committing after May 21st, 2026.

Includes

• Soccer year starts May 29th, 2026 and ends around May 1, 2027
• Three summer tournaments (including Bend Premier Cup) 
• Outdoor and indoor training 2-3 x week from June-May. Indoor training 1x week December - March. 
• All teams will have a third technical training day 1 x week for up to six weeks in the Fall and up to six weeks in the Spring.
• Fall 2026 League
• Spring 2027 League
• Fall 2026 Cup (may continue into Spring if advance in State Cup)*** In some cases, a DOC and Head Coach may decide a Youth Academy team is better served playing an additional tournament, Oregon or Southern Washington,  than participating in an OYSA Cup. This would be an even trade.

U15-U19 High School Premier Academy

Cost: $2,695 if committing on or before May 20, 2026 ($100 discount), $2,795 full price if committing after May 21st, 2026.

Includes

• Soccer year starts May 29th, 2026 and ends around May 1, 2027
• Training up to 3 times a week during league season (winter and spring). Indoor training will be an option from March-May. 
• Winter League 2026
• Spring 2026 Cup

Three summer tournaments (including Bend Premier Cup). ***In some cases, a DOC and Head Coach may decide a high school age team is better served attending Crossfire Challenge in Washington instead of the Bend Premier Cup. Teams choosing to do this are responsible for the additional costs.

2026/27 Training Player Fees

• High School Select Training Team - $1,300
• High School Premier/Platform Training Team - $1,425
• Youth U13-U14 Training Player - $1,250
• Youth U11-U12 Training Player - $1,200

Platform League Team Additional Cost

• All teams participating in a platform league are required to travel and participate in one platform event throughout the seasonal year. These events are typically out of state and require all rostered players to pay and try to attend. This cost is covered in the Platform team fee. $6000 per team
• All teams participating in a platform league will have an additional platform league cost. These costs are shared costs amongst all teams, boys and girls, participating in a platform league. These cost include the following:
• Increased facility cost
• Scheduling fees
• Increased coach travel
• Increased referee and assigning costs
• Video
• Game day athletic training
• Player card fees
• Increased equipment cost
• Platform league bonds or associated charges

Total Additional Cost: $6000

Total Team Additional cost for 2026/27 is $12,000 per team

Bend FC will give every time participating in a platform league 6 months to raise as much of the $12000 platform charge as possible before each individual team member is billed the remaining balance. For those teams that don’t want to fundraise, can opt out and pay the individual fee per rostered player. Those teams wanting to raise funds can put those funds towards the additional cost of playing in a platform league before each rostered player is billed.

Each team participating in a platform league will be billed on November 1, 2026 for the team's platform participation costs.

*Platform teams may only be considered for OYSA State Cup and Presidents Cup if all the platform expectations have been met and paid for by the team.

The 2026/27 Bend FC Summer Tournament Schedule can be found HERE.

FAQs

Q: Will all my practices be local?

A: At Bend FC we have one of the nicest soccer complexes in the state of Oregon. Our teams train in Bend and play their home game in Bend!

Q: Are competitive prices the same as last year?

A: Yes

Q:  Can I pay in Full?

A:  Yes. There will be an option to pay in full or select installments. 

Q: Will I need a new uniform this year?

A: Yes, we are on a new two year uniform cycle with Capelli Sports for the 26/27 & 27/28 seasons

Q:  Are there multi-children/sibling discounts?

A:  Yes. These discounts are continued for 2026/27

Q: Why does Bend FC charge the same fee across all competitive age groups, including high school teams?
A: Bend FC aims to maintain fairness and sustainability in its pricing structure. While different age groups have varying costs, the club balances expenses across all teams to ensure quality programming for everyone.

Q: If 9v9 teams have fewer players than 11v11 teams, why are their fees the same?
A: 9v9 rosters are generally smaller than 11v11 teams, which means that although total team costs may be lower, the per-player cost remains similar. This ensures that every player’s contribution fairly covers operational expenses.

Q: High school-aged teams have a shorter season—why don’t they have lower fees?
A: The cost of running high school-aged teams is actually higher than younger teams. These teams face higher entry fees, coaching fees, and operational expenses.

Q: Is there any discount available?
A: Yes! Bend FC offers a discount of $100 off by May 20th, reducing the total fee to $2,695 for those who commit early. Starting May 21st the fee will be $2,795.

Q: Does this pricing model help the club in any way?
A: Yes, by keeping fees consistent across all competitive programs, Bend FC can manage costs efficiently, provide high-quality coaching and facilities, and ensure that all players receive the best possible soccer experience.

More information about coaching licenses HERE!

How do I register for Bend FC tryouts? HERE!