Three standout athletes from PA West Soccer have earned national recognition after being selected to the prestigious ODP National Select Teams. Their selections highlight not only their individual talent, dedication, and hard work, but also the continued strength of PA West’s player development pathway. Competing against top players from across the country, the trio distinguished themselves through their performance, leadership, and commitment to excellence, representing both their club and region at the highest level of the Olympic Development Program.
As a result of their selections, these players will be traveling to Cascais, Portugal and Orlando, Florida with the Olympic Development Program to compete in the IberCup Elite and Easter International Cup, taking on some of the top youth teams from across the globe. Representing PA West Soccer on this international stage, these three standout athletes have earned the opportunity to showcase their skill, determination, and leadership against elite competition. Here are the players who will be carrying the PA West Soccer banner abroad:
Ellieanna Arnold (2010)
Congratulations Ellieanna Arnold (2010) on being named to the ODP National Team! Ellieanna’s drive, desire and determination has put her one step closer to her childhood dream of playing for her country on the U.S. Women’s National Team! We continue to track Ellieanna’s progress from where her journey originally began at her local community club, Kiski Area Soccer League, to where she is heading today and into her future. Keep pursuing your dreams, Ellieanna Arnold!
Henry Waterstram (2013)
Congratulations to Henry Waterstram (2013) on being named to the ODP National Team! This achievement reflects Henry’s dedication, consistent performance, and commitment to excellence throughout the ODP pathway. His journey started at Bethel Park Soccer Association. We are proud to see a PA West Boys ODP player earn recognition at the national level and represent our region on the biggest stage! Congratulations, Henry Waterstram!
Owen Ferguson (2010)
Congratulations to Owen Ferguson (2010) on being named to the ODP National Team! This milestone reflects years of dedication, strong character, and a relentless pursuit of improvement. Owen’s journey started at North Allegheny Soccer Club. We’re proud to support players who dream big and put in the work every day. Keep pushing forward, Owen Ferguson!
ODP Pathway
What is ODP?
PA West Soccer Olympic Development Program is designed to identify and train the very best players from western Pennsylvania. ODP as it was intended by USSF and US Youth Soccer, players have to excel and prove themselves worthy of inclusion to this level above league play. In essence, it is like league all-star recognition, the best group of players from all the teams competing in our leagues.
Players are identified for ODP through a tryout process. Those selected to ODP will have indoor training on regular intervals during the winter and weekly outdoor training beginning in April. Teams will be selected from the training pools to compete in the Regional ODP tournament. All players attend the Region 1 ODP Identification Camp.