Northern Utah United and Avalanche Soccer Clubs Partner to Elevate Youth Soccer in Cache Valley

Cache Valley, Tuesday, February 21, 2024 — Northern Utah United (NUU) and Avalanche Soccer Clubs proudly announce a groundbreaking partnership to advance youth soccer opportunities. This collaboration is about empowering the local soccer community and providing young athletes with unique platforms for growth.

“We are excited to share a partnership with NUU in Cache Valley which we believe benefits both the clubs and most importantly is a positive step for soccer in the community. NUU have been very successful in growing the grass roots and state level teams in Cache Valley and at Avalanche we have been nationally recognized for our success in college and pro recruitment.” expressed David Newman, Executive Director at Avalanche Soccer Club. “This partnership allows the young players in Cache Valley to have a great base to play/train and develop locally without having to commit to multiple weekly trips to the Salt Lake Valley but does also provide opportunity for teams or players who want an increased exposure to next level opportunities to do so under the banner of Avalanche. In all our conversations, doing the best thing for the players, coaches, and families in Cache Valley has been our ultimate goal and we believe we have found that path.”

The collaboration between NUU and Avalanche is founded on the shared belief that young players should have access to high-quality training and development opportunities. 

"A core value of NUU is to provide programs and opportunities to help players and coaches reach their full potential. We are dedicated to providing developmental pathways that will help players increase their skills, build confidence, and cultivate important life skills such as leadership, teamwork, and resilience. We firmly believe that this partnership helps us to achieve this important goal.” stated Chris Guymon, President of the NUU Board of Directors. 

Key Aspects of the Partnership:

• Developmental Pathways: The collaboration aims to leverage the strengths of both Northern Utah United and Avalanche Soccer Club to give more developmental pathways to Cache Valley soccer players.

• Reduced Travel Burden: Young players now have the advantage of accessing The Elite Club National League (ECNL) and other national platforms while being able to train and develop locally, minimizing the need for extensive travel to the Salt Lake Valley.

• Putting Soccer Youth First: The focus of both clubs is to make sure that the needs of youth soccer players are a priority. The partnership creates wonderful opportunities for the soccer community in Cache Valley. 

Quotes:

“I am so excited for this partnership between NUU and Utah Avalanche. NUU has seen fantastic growth in Cache Valley, produced fantastic teams, and has established a great reputation in the valley through collaboration within the organization and community. Utah Avalanche is recognized for providing elite pathways for teams and players seeking college or professional pathways. I am excited to be a part of NUU and this partnership knowing that we are providing quality and appropriate opportunities for as many players as possible.” said Trevor Wachsman, Avalanche Cache Valley Director of Coaching.

Moving Forward:

As Northern Utah United and Avalanche Soccer Clubs embark on this collaborative journey, they are committed to fostering a soccer community that thrives at both the local and national levels. This partnership symbolizes a shared vision where excellence is not just encouraged but embedded in the fabric of Cache Valley soccer.