Supplemental Tryouts

October 26th & November 9th

We’re hosting Supplemental Tryouts for players ready to compete, grow, and represent Columbus Force SC at the next level! Don’t miss your chance to be part of the Columbus Force Soccer Club!

A Notes From Our Club Director

By: Kirby Valle

Girls U16-U19

Current Status

We are getting closer to the start of the 2025-26 season for our high school age groups in November. Our players are moving into the last part of their high school seasons and preparing for post season tournaments. Good luck to all as you battle for league titles and state tournament glory!

Our coaching staff is busy preparing for the start of the high school club season in November and look forward to your return! As a reminder, here is your experienced and talented group of coaches leading our girls high school teams this year:

Looking Ahead
All of our teams in the Girls High School space will attend 5 showcases mixed between Nov/Dec of 2025 and the spring of 2026. Regional play for the NPL teams will find them competing in Ohio, Indiana, and West Virginia. The ECNL RL teams will have regional play as well along with stops in Virginia, North Carolina, Missouri, and New Jersey (depending on the team). It will be a busy and exciting season for our teams and we look forward to the challenge!

The practice schedules for November-December 2025 will be uploaded into PlayMetrics very soon. We will utilize a combination of indoor spaces (TOCA and All In One Sports Center) along with several different outdoor synthetic turf fields (Columbus Academy, Columbus School for Girls and others) to provide opportunities for our players to train. We hope that the early winter weather will cooperate with us to keep our teams outside when possible as they prepare for showcases. Please keep an eye out for the schedule updates. 

Coaches Corner

Stay tuned for more information about college recruiting seminars, resources, and information to help you with your college search. All U16-U19 players will be asked to fill out a recruiting profile in PlayMetrics to provide information to college coaches. It’s very important that all players fill this out promptly!

Media Day!

Lastly, please RSVP on PM for the U15-U19 Girls ECNL-RL & Blue Teams Media Day! 

Saturday, November 1 – Girls ECNL-RL & Blue Teams

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | 2011 Girls ECNL-RL

10:05 AM – 11:05 AM | 2011 Girls Blue

11:10 AM – 12:10 PM | 2010 Girls ECNL-RL

12:15 PM – 1:15 PM | 2009 Girls Blue

1:20 PM – 2:20 PM | 2009 Girls ECNL-RL

2:25 PM – 3:25 PM | 2010 Girls Blue

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | 2008/07 Girls ECNL-RL

Makeup Media Day

Date: Wednesday, November 12

Time: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Location: TOCA Columbus

Please note: Makeup sessions are limited to headshots, full-frame photos, and one pose only.

Boys U16-U19

The Boys’ High School ECNL-RL Program has begun to wrap up an incredible High School season filled with hard work, growth, and outstanding achievements! The Columbus Force coaching staff has enjoyed coming to support all the different High School programs in the Fall, and we are excited for the State Tournament to start.

Throughout the year, our players have demonstrated exceptional skill, teamwork, and dedication, earning recognition on both the regional and national stages.

Their success has led to invitations to two major ECNL-RL and full ECNL showcase events: one in Virginia and another in Indiana, where our athletes will represent Columbus Force against top programs from across the country, and where they will receive extraordinary college recruitment exposure.



In addition, we are proud to announce that our program has been recognized as one of the Top 20 ECNL-RL programs in the nation, earning an exclusive invitation to the Leaders Cup, one of the most prestigious events in the ECNL and ECNL-RL ecosystem.

This honor is a testament to the commitment of our players, the guidance of our coaches, and the support of our parents, and community. Congratulations to the entire Boys’ RL Program for an outstanding High School season, and for continuing to set the standard for excellence in the central OH region!

Girls U13-U15

Fall Season – 2012s & 2013s! Rapid Growth!

We’re now right in the middle of the fall season, and it’s been awesome to see the growth in this space—not just with individual player development, but with how our teams are coming together as well. The players are putting in the work at training, and it’s showing up on the field. We’ve had a strong start in both tournaments and league play, and the goal now is to keep building on that momentum for what should be a fantastic season across the board.

A few highlights so far:

U13-U15 Boys Director

Fall Season Update

This fall season has been incredibly rewarding. The players and staff have been competing at a high level, and the connections being built both on and off the field are clearly translating into strong performances. Team chemistry is thriving, results have been positive, and most importantly, the boys are enjoying the game while continuing to grow and develop. The progress has been exciting to watch, and there’s still more to come.



ECNL RL
Our ECNL RL 2013 and 2012 boys teams recently competed in their first ECNL event in New Jersey. Both teams performed well and finished with a combined 3-3 record, proving they are more than capable of playing at a high level on a bigger stage.

Our 2013B RL team, coached by Ben Neer, opened league play with a 3-0 record, scoring 15 goals and conceding none.

Our 2012B RL team, led by John Lawrence, also started the season 3-0, with 13 goals scored and only 2 allowed.

GLA NPL
Our 2013B and 2012B Blue teams, both coached by John Lawrence, are off to a strong start this fall. They’ve combined for a 7-3-3 record, with 43 goals scored and just 18 conceded. Their growth and strong team play continue to be key factors in their success. Both teams also reached the finals in their first tournament of the season at the Dublin Charity Cup, finishing as tournament finalists.

OCL
Our 2013B White team, coached by Jake Nowarah, and our 2012B White team, coached by Nolan Brooks, continue to make impressive strides each week. They’ve combined for a 7-4 record in league play with 30 goals scored and 18 conceded, consistently showing improvement and a strong competitive spirit.

Special congratulations to Coach Jake Nowarah’s 2012B White team, who were crowned champions at the Grove City Fall Classic in their first tournament of the season. They are also currently sitting at the top of their league bracket.

2011B Fall Team
Coached by James Adu, our 2011B Fall team is having an outstanding season. With a current record of 3-0-2, they sit at the top of their division and recently captured their first tournament title at the Columbus Fall Classic.



The buy-in from players, coaches, and families has been outstanding. Everyone is showing up, putting in the work, and supporting one another in meaningful ways. That level of commitment is what creates such a positive and competitive environment.

A special thank you goes out to our parents. Your continued support, whether it is getting the boys to training on time, cheering from the sidelines, or helping behind the scenes, plays a major role in the team’s growth. The energy and encouragement you bring help shape the culture we are building.

You can feel the momentum. The teams are connecting, training habits are improving, and there is a clear sense of pride and purpose across all groups. We are not just developing players, we are building something bigger together.

With plenty of season still ahead, we are excited to keep raising the level and seeing what this group can accomplish.

Boys U8-U12

Our teams have been working incredibly hard this Fall season, and we are thrilled to see such significant growth and development in such a short time. So far, seven of our teams have reached a final in an event, which is an amazing achievement! This demonstrates that the work being done on the training pitch is translating effectively to the game environment. Reaching a final is a great accomplishment, as is the continuous growth and development of teams through their respective league play. For this growth to continue, we ask that families on the sideline remain supportive of their players, the team, and the coaches. Please refer to Coach Kirby's message for additional information.

Have a look at everything that has been going on so far this season below! 

U8 - U12 Girls

Congratulations to our Champions and Finalists from the Columbus Fall Classic

Our U10 - U12 Girls age group at Columbus Force had 4 of our 5 teams compete in the Columbus Fall Classic over the weekend of 9/20 - 9/21. Out of those 4 teams, our 2015G Blue were Finalists and our 2016G Premier and 2015G Pre - ECNL teams were crowned Champions of their respective divisions! Congratulations Coach Lisa and 2015G Blue for making the final! Congratulations to Coach Braden Bell and the 2016G Premier and Coach Evan Wherley and the 2015G Pre - ECNL teams for winning the championship! 

It was a great showing at the event and our 2014G Blue was also victorious in getting their first win of the season at this event, which sparked some huge momentum in seeing them continue this run the next weekend with a tie and a win in their OCL division! Well done and keep up the great work, Coach Erin Hawkins!

2015G Pre - ECNL Midwest Cup Finalist at First Ever Pre - ECNL Midwest Cup in Lebanon, OH! 

The momentum kept going from the previous weekend with our 2015G Pre - ECNL taking second place in the first ever Midwest Cup for the Pre - ECNL Sanctioned event at Warren County! The girls ended up finishing with a record of 3 - 0 in preliminary games and lost in the final in PKs, 5 - 4, but after they were down 4 - 1 at the half and brought it back to 4 - 4 to take it into penalty shootouts! Such a great few weeks for this amazing group of players and their coach, Evan Wherley!

Boys & Girls U8-U9

Mid season Recap

We are half way through the season and we have seen a major increase in confidence on and off the ball in application of our seasonal plans for the fall season! The major goals for our age group this season are to grow in our understanding of structure and competitiveness in the defensive zone and I am thrilled in how our coaches have meticulously crafted training sessions to implement this every week! As we continue into the season we will look at further coordination to provide players with different training environments and ensure competition stays at a high level!

Coach Spotlight

This month's Coach Spotlight will be highlighting the amazing coaching duo Kelly Bryan and Kirby Valle! We are very fortunate to have such vast experience and knowledge provided for our 2017G Premier team, both coaches do a tremendous job of teaching our girls the game as well as showing them the blueprint for success for women in the sport every time they touch the field. Congratulations on your first of many championships with your victory at the Grove City Fall Classic, we as an age group are very proud of your success!

Building Forward

As we finish out the remainder of the fall season we will continue to push the players to embrace personal development as we also motivate each other as a coaching core to maintain a standard of excellence. We are the foundation of the club and there is a long-term pathway in place for all players to grow within their understanding of the game while also discovering more about themselves. More challenges lay ahead, but we welcome them as we know they are necessary to build a true FORCE in this region!

Excited to see what the future holds!

Juniors Programs!

By: Jessica Shelton

Wrapping Up the Fall Season!

As we close out the fall season, it’s been exciting to watch our players grow technically and tactically and begin applying their skills in the game environment. The progress, confidence, and enthusiasm shown by our athletes have been incredible each week!

We’re now looking forward to the Winter 1 Session as we transition indoors to TOCA.

Our Force Juniors programs are designed to meet players where they are in their soccer journey — building confidence, skill, and a lifelong love for the game.

Program Pathway

Mini Academy (Ages 3–4)
A fun and active introduction to soccer! Mini Academy focuses on body movement, balance, coordination, and simple ball activities that develop comfort and confidence. Players learn through engaging games that encourage teamwork, listening, and movement in a positive, energetic setting.

Juniors Academy (Ages 5–8)
The foundation stage of youth soccer development. Juniors Academy is perfect for players who are new to the sport or participating at a recreational level. Juniors Academy provides an excellent environment to build the essential skills needed for both enjoyment and long-term success in soccer. The program focuses on building technical skills and game understanding while developing a love for soccer.

Juniors Elite (Ages 6–8)
For advanced players ready for the next challenge. Juniors Elite is designed for players who demonstrate strong technical ability, understanding of the game, and a desire to compete at a higher level. This program emphasizes faster play, decision-making under pressure, and small-group tactical understanding in a fun and competitive environment. Players refine their technical skills and learn to apply them in realistic game situations.

Come enhance your ability to control your body and the ball in our Force Juniors Programs! Whether you’re joining Mini Academy, Juniors Academy or Juniors Elite, players will develop confidence and skill in a safe, engaging, and fun environment.

Visit out Juniors Academy webpage for more information and to register! Reach out to our Juniors Director, Jessica Shelton, jshelton@tocafootball.com with any questions! 

We look forward to seeing your young athletes on the field!

Sports Performance

By: Mario Suarez

Sports Performance

Tips to prepare for practices, games, and tournaments

It’s important to remember that the real preparation before a soccer game happens in the weeks before it. You can’t cram for a soccer game. You can, however, do some things the day before or morning of your game to feel prepared and confident.

• Get a good night’s sleep, not just the night before but in the days leading up to the game, and in general as well. 8-9 hours is ideal.

• Eat and hydrate well. It’s important to fuel your body properly and not just on the day of the game. During the day before and day of, be sure to drink plenty of fluids and eat well. A common mistake soccer players make is not consuming enough food or liquids prior to playing. If you have an early game, this may mean waking up earlier to get in a good meal.

• Pack your bag. Showing up prepared for the game also means you have with you everything necessary for success. In your soccer bag, always have plenty of water, some snacks, your various jerseys, footwear options, warm enough clothing.

• Leave plenty of time to get to your game. We’ve all been stuck in traffic or running late, and on game day, that just adds unnecessary stress. Check the traffic in advance, or ask your parent/caregiver to do so. Leave plenty of time just in case, so you can show up nice and early and approach your game in a relaxed way.

• Visualize. The night before and morning of a game are great times to visualize your performance. If you’re not driving, the car ride to the game is also a great time for this. The key is to picture yourself in as much detail as possible and see yourself succeeding and feeling great about your performance!

• Know your competitive energy. Every soccer player is different. Some get very nervous before games, and others seem to naturally be more relaxed. Some players need to get pumped up and dance around while listening to loud music, while others need to stay cool and calm. Learn what’s best for YOU.

Regardless of your level of play, you will likely have–or have already played–hundreds of games. Understanding that you can prepare yourself in a number of ways for those competitions is very empowering, and a vital part of your soccer experience as well.

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