Mississippi Soccer is proud to be sanctioned by the USOPC, U.S. Soccer & USYS to oversee the Olympic Development Program (ODP) for the state of Mississippi. ODP provides youth players in our state with the opportunity to potentially supplement their local playing experience with State, Regional and National Team playing experiences. We are committed to providing a safe environment for every ODP player to play, learn, and enjoy the game.
In order to be eligible for MS ODP selection (& beyond), players (2014-2008 Birth Years) must register & participate in the November “MS ODP ID Event”. Players will be selected/invited to remaining seasonal year ODP Events based on their performance with ODP &/or their local club team.
MS ODP 2024-2025 Seasonal Year Player Pathway
2024-2025 MS ODP Events
- WHAT: An opportunity to be evaluated & selected for upcoming Seasonal Year ODP Event(s)
- WHO: 2014-2008 Boys & Girls
- WHEN: November 2-3, 2024
- The 2014-2012 age group tryouts will take place on November 2, followed by the 2011-2008 age group tryouts on November 3.
- Morning and afternoon times for each birth year/gender tryout will be determined after the registration deadline on October 25 and announced to those registered by end of day Monday, October 28. Our goal is to provide schedules that allow as much flexibility as possible for travel to and from the event on the same day.
- WHERE: Key City Park (F.K.A. Sports Force Parks on the Mississippi), Vicksburg, MS
- HOW: Register HERE!
- Cost: $75/player
- Registration closes on Friday, October 25th at 12:00 PM Central Time.
The objective of both MS ODP State Pool events is to narrow the state pool of players and select a MS ODP State Team for each respective age/gender. Registration for MS ODP State Pool Events (Invite Only): $200/player total for both events. Invitations will be sent to selected players. All participating players, regardless of State Team selection, will receive a detailed evaluation. These evaluations will be compiled into a technical report, which will be shared with participating clubs to assess trends in ODP player (in)abilities, providing considerations for player development moving forward.
MS ODP State Pool Event #1
- WHAT: To assess players in the morning game and provide targeted training in the afternoon based on identified needs.
- AM = North vs South Game
- PM = Training Session
- WHO: 2014-2008 Boys & Girls selected to the MS ODP State Pool
- WHERE: Key City Park (F.K.A. Sports Force Parks on the Mississippi), Vicksburg, MS
- WHEN: December 7-8, 2024
MS ODP State Pool Event #2
- WHAT: To assess players in the morning game and provide targeted training in the afternoon based on identified needs.
- AM = North vs South Game
- PM = Training Session
- WHO: 2014-2008 Boys & Girls to the MS ODP State Pool
- WHERE: Key City Park (F.K.A. Sports Force Parks on the Mississippi), Vicksburg, MS
- WHEN: January 4-5, 2025
The objective of both MS ODP State Team events is to select players for the South Region ODP Event(s), with potential for regional and national team selection. Registration for MS ODP State Team Events (Invite Only): $295/player total for both events. Invitations will be sent to selected players. All participating players, regardless of South Region ODP Event selection, will receive a detailed evaluation. These evaluations will be compiled into a technical report, which will be shared with participating clubs to assess trends in ODP player (in)abilities, providing considerations for player development moving forward.
MS ODP State TEAM Event #1
- WHAT: State Team Training Sessions (Prep for Memphis Interregional Showcase)
- WHO: 2014-2008 Boys & Girls selected to their respective MS ODP State Team
- WHERE: Key City Park (F.K.A. Sports Force Parks on the Mississippi), Vicksburg, MS
- WHEN: February 1-2, 2025
MS ODP State TEAM Event #2: Memphis Interregional Showcase (Host: KS ODP)
- WHAT: MS ODP State Teams will compete against other State Team from around the Region/Country. More info can be found HERE!
- WHO: 2014-2008 Boys & Girls selected to their respective MS ODP State Team
- WHERE: Mike Rose Soccer Complex, 9000 E Shelby Dr. Memphis, TN 38125
- WHEN: February 15-17, 2025
- WHAT: More info soon!
- WHO: 2013-2008 Boys & Girls selected from their respective MS ODP State Team
- WHEN: May 30 – June 1, 2025
- WHERE: Murfreesboro, TN
- HOW: Invitations will be sent to selected players
- WHAT: More info can be found HERE
- WHO: 2013-2008 Boys & Girls selected from their respective MS ODP State Team
- WHEN: Girls = July 6-8, 2025 | Boys = July 9-11, 2025
- WHERE: Charlotte, NC
- HOW: Invitations will be sent to selected players
2024-2025 MS ODP Staff
***ODP is also a Coach pathway for State, Regional, and National Team identification. Interested in being a part of our ODP Staff? We are always looking for talented coaches/technical leaders looking to develop for the players in their charge!
***The following illustrates the player journey from MS ODP tryouts to potential South Region Camp Selection for the 24-25 Seasonal Year.
***The following illustrates a potential player pathway (beyond MS ODP) for the 2024-25 Season.
