Okanagan United  FC Announce Player Development Partnership

Regional Collaboration Focus –

As part of an ongoing commitment to regional collaboration, Okanagan United FC and South Okanagan FA are announcing a working partnership designed to support player development across the South Okanagan.

This partnership reflects a shared approach to development, cooperation, and providing players with appropriate competitive environments within the regional soccer structure.

This partnership reflects a shared commitment to collaborative, player-first development pathways within the Okanagan region.

Partnership Overview

Through this umbrella partnership:

  • South Okanagan FA players will represent Okanagan United FC in:
    • Thompson Okanagan Youth Soccer League (TOYSL)
    • Central Okanagan Youth Soccer Association (COYSA) competitions
  • Players remain part of their local South Okanagan United FA environment while gaining access to broader league platforms.

This structure allows players to compete consistently while maintaining regional alignment and continuity.

Player Development Focus

A core objective of the partnership is to enhance development opportunities through:

  • League play at appropriate competitive levels
  • Observation by OUFC Technical Staff
  • Ongoing assessment to help determine:
    • Suitable training environments
    • Supplemental development programming
    • Future pathway opportunities within OUFC programs

All decisions will be guided by individual player needs, long-term development principles, and collaboration between clubs.

Benefits for Players & Families

  • Clear and connected development pathway
  • Exposure to OUFC technical leadership
  • Access to structured league competition
  • Reduced duplication and improved alignment across programming
  • Emphasis on regional cooperation, not displacement

Alignment with Regional Soccer

This partnership operates within the existing soccer framework and in alignment with:

Both organizations remain committed to supporting collaborative models that strengthen soccer across the region.

Looking Ahead

South Okanagan FA and Okanagan United FC view this partnership as a positive step toward:

  • Stronger regional cooperation
  • Clearer development pathways
  • Improved player experiences across the South and Central Okanagan

Further details regarding implementation, team structures, and technical integration will be shared as the partnership progresses.