Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Youth Soccer Development
Southern Oregon Soccer Academy is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to developing youth soccer skills and life values in Jackson County. We provide year-round programs for athletes aged 5-19, fostering teamwork, character development, and community engagement. Our structured programs operate in Phoenix, Talent, Southeast Medford, and surrounding rural areas, offering recreational and competitive opportunities.We maintain partnerships with local communities to create accessible soccer experiences while emphasizing personal growth and leadership. Our volunteer coaching staff brings expertise in both soccer development and youth mentorship.
Services
Youth Soccer Programs
Competitive Teams
Recreational Teams
Tryouts
Clinics
Highlights and features
- We offer year-round soccer development programs for ages 5-19
- Our volunteer-led model emphasizes community involvement and accessibility
- We provide both recreational and competitive team opportunities
- We focus on developing both soccer skills and life values
- We serve diverse communities across Jackson County
Services
Youth Soccer Programs
Structured soccer programs for ages 5-19 focusing on skill development and team building. Our seasonal offerings include fall, winter, and spring sessions with twice-weekly practices. Programs emphasize both technical soccer skills and character development through sport.
Competitive Teams
High-level soccer teams for serious athletes seeking advanced competition. We field U11-U14 competitive teams with experienced coaching staff. Our competitive program prepares players for regional matches against other elite youth teams throughout Oregon.
Recreational Teams
Local soccer teams focused on accessible, community-based competition. Teams play within Jackson County with games from Ashland to Grants Pass. Our recreational program emphasizes participation, skill development, and community engagement over elite competition.
Tryouts
Annual tryout process for competitive team placements. Our open tryouts assess player skills and match athletes with appropriate team levels. Tryouts provide opportunities for players to advance their soccer development within our structured programs.
Clinics
Specialized soccer training sessions focusing on specific technical skills. Our clinics develop fundamental abilities in ball control, shooting, and tactical awareness. These programs supplement regular team training with focused skill enhancement opportunities.
People
Roberto Ramos-Rodriguez
President
Soccer coach with extensive youth development experience leading S.O.S.A.'s strategic direction and competitive programs.
Chris Gallegos
Vice President
Community organizer managing day-to-day operations and volunteer coordination for Southern Oregon Soccer Academy.
Rocio Gonzalez
Secretary/Registrar
Administrative leader handling player registrations and maintaining organizational records for Jackson County soccer programs.
Andi Hurst
Director of Coaching
Soccer development specialist overseeing coach training and program quality assurance across all age divisions.
Charles Kief
Treasurer
Financial manager responsible for budget oversight and fiscal sustainability of Southern Oregon Soccer Academy operations.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We serve athletes from kindergarten through age 19 in structured soccer programs.
When are tryouts held?
Annual tryouts occur in mid-August for the upcoming fall season.
What areas do you cover?
We serve Phoenix, Talent, Southeast Medford, and surrounding rural communities in Jackson County.
How are teams organized?
Teams are organized by age group with both recreational and competitive divisions available.
How do I register?
Registration occurs through our online platform with links available on our website.
Are volunteer opportunities available?
Yes, we welcome volunteers for coaching, administration, and event support roles.
