We are delighted to announce the dates for the 18th Annual Rainier Challenge.  This year’s event will again be held over the second and third weekends of June.  The Girls Weekend is June 11-13, and the Boys Weekend is June 18-20. We have more information available in the Rainier Challenge section of the website.

Girls Weekend - Friday, June 11th to Sunday, June 13th

Boys Weekend - Friday, June 18th to Sunday, June 20th

• Registration fee is $550 (club discount available for 5 or more teams)
• All games played at the WPFC Soccer Complex in Puyallup, WA
• Please Click here to visit our Rainier Challenge page and register online.

(February 7, 2010) - In December, Kelly White of our G95 Black began raising money for the families of the slain Lakewood Police officers by selling LPD support bracelets for $5.00 each. All the money from the sales of the bracelets was donated to the Lakewood Police Independent Guild Charity Fund, which goes directly to a trust for the children of the fallen officers. Kelly asked us to post this thank you to the WPFC family:

Dear WPFC Family: Thank you for supporting me in raising money for the fallen Lakewood Officers. With your help, I raised over $9,800. Thanks again for all your support!! Kelly White.

Even though Kelly is finished with her fundraiser, you may still donate directly to the fallen officers here: http://www.lpig.us.

(February 7, 2010). Mikala Chissus plays on our 96 White team, and she just returned from Cabo San Lucas.  MIkala and her mom spent a day learning how to work with Dolphins, and they brought along a Sounders ball. The dolphin loved it, but she kept wanting to play with it in her mouth. The ball suffered a few scratches but survived. The trainers were soccer players so they all ended up playing a little dribbling with each other. Mikala and her mom left the ball with the trainers as their gift. As Mikala's mom said, "It's cool to be able to go all over the world and make a connection with people with a soccer ball."

 

Congratulations to the ladies of WPFC 91 Black who have committed to the following universities:

Name	University	Division
Hannah Anderson	Oregon State University	Division I
Alli Beard	Saint Mary’s University	Division I
Kristen Brown	Western Washington University	Division II
Ali Clarkson	Boise State University	Division I
Holland Crook	Arizona State University	Division I
Frederike Dubeau	Cleveland State University	Division I
Amber Fenton	Portland State University	Division I
Josie Graybeal	Arizona State University	Division I
Sarah Ketterhagen	Portland State University	Division I
Shelby Hutton	Eastern Washington University	Division I
Sara Ives	St. Mary’s University	Division I
Sarah Ketterhagen	Portland State University	Division I
Marissa Monson	Portland State University	Division I
Kaitlyn Pavlovich	Arizona State University	Division I
Natalie Powell	St. Mary’s University	Division I
Aspen Riley	Montana State Univ. Billings	Division II
Haley Shaw	Oregon State University	Division I
Teal Sigler	Portland State University	Division I
Taylor Swenson	Montana State University	Division I
Sierra Wang	Oregon State University	Division I

(February 1, 2010) - TopDrawerSoccer.com unveiled their initial 2011 National Top 100 Boys rankings and WPFC USSDA U-18 Midfielders Nicholas Palodichuk (#2), Jacob Bechtel (#48), along with USSDA U-16 Forward Sean Okoli (#52), and Midfielder Troy Peterson (#60) were selected.  TopDrawerSoccer.com stated that their national club soccer player rankings are based on input from our own scouts, staff and coaches at various levels. Both the numerical rankings and the star ratings are subject to update at least once per week.

	(January 27, 2010) - Three WPFC were named to the All Tournament Teams at the 2010 US Youth Soccer Regiom IV ODP Championships held in Phoenix, Arizona, from January 16-19, 2010. Congratulations to the following WPFC players for their noteworthy contributions to the Washington Youth Soccer/Sounders FC ODP teams:
	1995 Boys 1st Team: Conner Adkisson & Jalen Markey
	1996 Boys 2nd Team: Jacob Kempf

(January 25, 2010) - TopDrawerSoccer.com unveiled their initial 2010 National Top 100 Boys rankings and WPFC USSDA U-18 forward Darwin Jones was selected #73.  TopDrawerSoccer.com stated that their national club soccer player rankings are based on input from our own scouts, staff and coaches at various levels. Both the numerical rankings and the star ratings are subject to update at least once per week.

(January 23, 2010) - The U.S. U-20 Men’s National Team continued play at the Copa Chivas tournament in Guadalajara with a 1-1 draw against Brazil. After a scoreless first half, Brazil strung quick passes together just moments after the second half opening whistle and got behind the U.S. defense.

A big day for Washington state’s boys 1995 and 1996 Washington State/Sounders FC ODP teams. The 1995 team defeated Cal South 1-0 on a goal from EFC’s James Elliot in the first half. WPFC’s Connor Adkisson fended off a barrage of shots to keep the clean sheet! Also, the 96 team beat Cal South 3-2 to earn Washington state two Regional ODP Champions.

(January 19, 2010) - Congratulations to WPFC USSDA U-18 Midfielder Nick Palodichuk who was named to the 2009 NSCAA/adidas Youth All-America Team. The team was announced Friday during the NSCAA Convention from the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Nick we are so happy for you congrats on all your derseved recent accomplishments.

(January 19, 2010) - First year goalkeeper Coach Brian Gill, who is also the goalkeeper coach for Seattle University Redhawks soccer team, was a two-time team MVP at Rider University, helping the team reach the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) championship game in 2000 and 2003. Gill possesses NSCAA state, regional, and national goalkeeper licenses and a USSF “D” coaching license.

(January 18, 2010) - U.S. U-20 head coach Thomas Rongen has finalized a 20-player roster that will travel to Guadalajara, Mexico, to compete in the 2010 Copa Chivas tournament. The team will play first round games in Group B of the tournament with Brazil, and clubs from Atlas, Pachuca, Saprissa and Tigres.

(January 18, 2010) - Football is a funny game isn’t it? GU-13 Black more than held their own this weekend at the GRFC Winter Classic tournament. The girls believe it or not only gave up two goals the entire tourney and still fell out of the top spot after losing the in the finals 0-1 final V. ECFC F '96 Green .  Coach Fischbach we are so proud of your team’s efforts!

Top DrawerSoccer.com National Top 10 Ranking
	USSDA U-17/18 team
(January 5, 2010)
1.	Concorde Fire SC
2.	Houston Dynamo
3.	Indiana United Academy
4.	FC Dallas
5.	IMG Soccer Academy
6.	Michigan Wolves
7.	New York Red Bulls
8.	Colorado Rush
9.	Vardar
10.	Washington Premier FC

(December 31, 2009) - WPFC ’96 Black Goalee Paul Christensen was recently added to 20 player roster selected by head coach Manny Schellscheidt to play for the U-14 NDP team that is going to be competing in Guadalajara, Mexico on January 17-24, 2010 and represent the first group of ‘96s to enter the U.S. youth national team system. Paul is the second player for Washington Premier FC to be selected to play for the U-14 NDP,  WPFC ’96 Black defender Fischer Gallinger was selected earlier this month.

(December 26, 2009) – U.S. U-18 MNT head coach Mike Matkovich is currently leading 36 players born in 1993 at a week-long training camp at The Home Depot Center in Carson, Calif. Of the players in camp, 32 represent Development Academy clubs, including 20 who participated with Development Academy Select Teams at the 2009 Winter Showcase.

(December 19, 2009) - David Falk of the Seattle Soccer Examiner writes, "Washington Premier FC’s U 17-18 Development Academy club is turning heads this fall as they lead the Northwest Division after winning eight of nine division matches. In all competitions, totaling sixteen games, WPFC are supercharged by the twelve goals of Darwin Jones."

(December 15, 2009) - We are proud to announce that K.C. Phillips, Nico De La Cruz and Darwin Jones have been named to the U.S. Soccer Development Academy (USSDA) All-star team to play the US Men’s National U-20 team on December 20th in Chula Vista CA.  Darwin, K.C., Nico and their U-18 teammates are sitting atop the Northwest Division of the USSDA league with a record of 8-1 and seven points clear of second place Crossfire. 

(December 14, 2009) - Our boys U-12 Black team is looking for a full-time goalkeeper. The team plays in the PDL-Division 1 and is very competitive.  The boys fall season record was 9-2-3 and placed 1st in the division.   If you, or anyone you know, is interested in playing for the team, please contact coach Ralph Black at blackandblack@comcast.net or manager Lori Jones at loriannjones@comcast.net.

(December 13, 2009) - Fischer was picked to be one of the 20 players the U-14 NDP team is taking to Guadalajara, Mexico to compete January 17-24, 2010.

(December 12, 2009) - Two weeks ago we brought you the final PDL Fall standings for the boys. This week is the girls turn... Through competitive soccer and a commitment to excellence we provide young men and women an experience that will guide the development of their character, athletic, academic and leadership abilities and their sense of community is the mission statement of Washington Premier Football Club.

Take a look at the PDL Fall numbers.

(December 11, 2009) - Our girls U-12 Black team is looking for a full-time goalkeeper and a field player or two. The team is very competitive and plays in Division 1 of the PDL. If you, or anyone you know, is interested in playing for the team, please contact coach Lyndon Harrhy at joenneo@msn.com or manager Antwan Tinsley at tinsleys4@comcast.net.

(December 4, 2010) - Betterbed has ranked No. 1 in class at the U.S. Military Academy since her freshman year and carries a 4.235 GPA. She heads into her final year ranked No. 1 overall in class; No. 2 academic, No. 3 military and No. 8 physical. She is a two-time CoSIDA/ESPN District I academic selection and a 2008 CoSIDA/ESPN The Magazine Academic first team pick. She is a three-time member of the Patriot League academic honor roll.

(December 3, 2009) - Seattle Pacific senior Jocelyn Charette garnered second-team accolades on the NCAA Division II women’s soccer All-America team that was released Thursday by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America.

The Falcons forward was the 2009 Great Northwest Athletic Conference player of the year. She led the league in scoring with 37 points on 15 goals and seven assists.

(December 3, 2009) - Coinciding with the 2009 U.S. Youth Soccer ODP Interregional in Orlando, Fla., U-14 Boy’s NDP head coach Manny Schellscheidt will brought 36 players including WPFC ’95 Black defender Fischer Gallinger to Disney World to compete against some of the best regional teams in the country.

(December 1, 2009) - The WPFC BU-12 boys were grouped with host Nomads, Nomads Red and CSC Red.  Game 1 vs Nomads was an eye opener for both teams (Both fast, strong and aggressive)...WPFC takes the win 2-1. Later that day Game 2 vs Nomads Red .....WPFC wins 3-0.  Saturday morning game vs CSC Red....cold and windy ...WPFC wins 1-0. 

(November 30, 2009) - Four WPFC Alumni were honored, when the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) All-Far West Region squad was announced Monday. Sawyer anchored a defense that surrendered 0.51 goals per game. She was sidelined four games due to an injury and the Falcons definitely missed her. SPU yielded six goals in the 17 games Sawyer played while allowing five during the four games she was absent.

 

(November 30, 2009) - Paul Christensen (goalie), Jake Kempf (midfielder) and Fischer Gallinger (defender) from WPFC’s BU-14 Black traveled to Orlando over the Thanksgiving weekend to participate at the Interregional Soccer Tournament. Paul, Jake and Fischer represented the ODP 96 Regional Team. The boys had a great time playing in the tournament at the Disney Wide World of Sports Complex.

(November 20, 2009) - "This is a very well deserved honor for Natalie," head coach Derrek Falor said. "She has proven that she is one of the top players in the conference, even in a down year for our program. It is a testament to her creativity and work ethic that will only improve over the next two years.

(November 18, 2009) - Darwin Jones and Washington Premier FC (WPFC) made it three wins from three games during their recent away trip to Northern California. His strong performances and four goals helped lift WPFC to the top of their division with a little over half of their Academy games left in the season. The club will be looking to continue their winning ways against California Development Academy and Cal Odyssey this weekend in preparation for Phoenix and the Winter Showcase where they will compete against Empire United, Miami FC Kendall and Andromeda SC. Congrats to both Darwin & the USSDA U-17/18 squad.

(November 10, 2009) - The first-team choices on the Great Northwest Athletic Conference women’s soccer all-star team were announced today, and WPFC alums make up 5 of the 11 all-stars. Congratulations to defender Taylor Sawyer (SPU), midfielder Kelsey Jenkins (SPU), goalkeeper Maddie Dickinson (SPU), Kelly Irving (WWU) and GNAC’s 2009 Player of the Year, Jocelyn Charette (SPU).