OVF ALLIANCE AFFILIATE PROGRAM

Bringing OVF Alliance soccer to those in Stayton, Independence, Monmouth, and beyond!

The OVF Alliance Affiliate Program is designed to support the growth of soccer in surrounding communities by providing a pathway for local teams to operate as part of OVF Alliance.

This program allows players and teams in areas such as Stayton, Independence, Monmouth, and beyond to experience a club soccer environment while remaining rooted in their local community. Through this model, affiliate teams compete in OYSA leagues and participate in a structured, development-focused program aligned with OVF Alliance values.

We hope to expand access to quality soccer by partnering with dedicated coaches, parents, and community leaders who are passionate about building something meaningful in their area.

How the Affiliate Program Works

Affiliate teams operate locally while representing OVF Alliance. Each program is led by its own coach and supported by a local team manager, with players primarily coming from the surrounding community.

Affiliates are responsible for managing their team day-to-day, including training, communication, and local logistics. OVF Alliance provides the structure and support needed for teams to participate in league and cup play, along with guidance, resources, and inclusion in club programming when appropriate.

This model allows communities to build and grow their own teams while benefiting from the support and standards of an established club.

Application Process

If you are interested in starting or leading an affiliate team, please complete an application.

APPLY HERE

*Applications are reviewed to ensure alignment with OVF Alliance values, program expectations, and overall readiness. Selected applicants will be contacted with next steps.

Applicant Qualifications

Applicants should be prepared to:

• Provide their own field (for training and games), equipment (balls, cones, pinnies, goals, etc.), and coach (licensed). If help is needed in procurement, OVF Alliance may assist in facilitating acquisition of fields or gear for additional costs. 
• Have a dedicated team manager/parent who will work with the coach and club Staff frequently and consistently. They must participate in the team manager training. 
• Present a roster made up entirely of players from the applying community and has the required minimum roster size for the age group (8 for U10, 11 for 9v9, and 14 for 11v11)
• Demonstrate Value: The team/players have proven quality that will enhance rather than weaken brand perception.
• Demonstrate Need: The team will only be approved if the staff/board identify that it is more beneficial for them to exist independently rather than be part of the larger club. Considerations may include: travel distance, field availability, roster makeup and quality, age range, financial constraints, etc.)
• Demonstrate long term intent (minimum of 2 year plan discussed and committed to with the club staff)
• Be outside a 15 mile radius from core OVF Alliance locations (Albany YMCA or Corvallis High School; measured from whichever is closer)