Club Ohio Dayton

Club Ohio Dayton serves players from their early youth years through high school, with two dedicated programs led by experienced soccer professionals.Club Ohio Dayton teams play and train out of the East Dayton area from Fairborn (WSU) to Bellbrook. They play in local, state, and National leagues.

High School Program (U15–U19)

Managing Director: Sandy Poole

Sandy Poole leads the High School Program with a blend of playing experience, coaching education, and leadership. A former standout at Wright State University, Sandy holds a USSF D License and has been involved with Club Ohio Dayton since its founding—serving as Club Treasurer and helping guide the program’s long-term success.

Youth Program (U10–U14)

Youth Administrator: Bill Houchins

Lead Trainer: Ian Richardson

Our Youth Program focuses on technical development, soccer intelligence, and preparing players for the next level.

Bill Houchins brings over 25 years of coaching experience, a USSF National C License, and deep roots in Ohio youth soccer. He has coached competitive teams, contributed to player development through the Olympic Development Program, and holds a US Soccer Referee Badge. Bill joined Club Ohio in 2018 and formerly coached at Yellow Springs High School.
Ian Richardson adds high-level playing and coaching experience. A former NCAA Final Four player and college coach, Ian has coached at the University of Dayton, Urbana University, and Carson-Newman. He holds an NSCAA Advanced National Diploma and USSF D License, and has coached with the Dayton Dutch Lions W-League, Metro FC, and Ohio South ODP.

Tryouts

2025-2026 Season Open Tryouts and Player Evaluations Registration

For our Dayton High School age groups, there will only be In-Practice Evaluations. In-Practice Evaluation (for players not on a Club Ohio team).

In-Practice Evaluations provide a more personalized and flexible opportunity for players to be assessed in a real team environment. Players are invited to join a scheduled training session with one of our existing teams during the season.

Evaluations are conducted in small groups (typically 1–2 players)
Coaches observe players directly within the flow of practice
Allows for focused feedback and more individual attention
Lower-pressure setting compared to a traditional tryout

📍 Available for Dayton High School

Open Tryout – Free Registration

Open Tryouts are traditional group-based sessions where players are evaluated through structured drills, games, and activities.

Free to attend
Larger groups allow for broader competition and comparison
Ideal for players who thrive in more competitive or energetic environments

📍 Available for Dayton Youth

How to Sign Up

In-Practice Evaluations

Click your preferred location below to register:

Dayton High School – U15 & U18/19 Boys and U15/16, U17, & U18/19 Girls
For those that cannot make it to an in-practice evaluation, there will be one open tryout date on May 15. Go ahead and click Register Here link. See the High School age group schedules below.

Register Here for in-practice evaluations.

Dayton Youth – U09-U12 Boys only, U14 Girls

Register Here for open tryouts

Club Ohio Dayton Benefits

Read through our flier about some of the benefits of joining Club Ohio Dayton.

Fee Information

Club Ohio fees provide you with professional coaches. It covers all league and association fees, player registration, field development, field rental, turf field rental, goalkeeper training, referee fees, league membership costs, club dues, all tournament entry costs, and indoor training. 2025-2026 Fee information will be distributed to those who sign up for tryouts/player evaluations.

Schedule

Club Location	Group	Birth Year/Age	Date(s)	Time	Facility
Club Ohio Dayton	Boys	2014-2015 / U11–U12	6/2	6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Bath Twp Park in Fairborn

COaching Staff

If you do not see the team you are looking for, place your mouse over the table listing and scroll up or down.

Birth Year	Age Group	Gender	Team Name or Age Group Assignments	Coaches & Trainer
2017	U09	Boys	Age Group	William Houchins, Bill Houchins, Ian Richardson
2016	U10	Boys	Age Group	William Houchins, Bill Houchins, Ian Richardson
2015	U11	Boys	Age Group	William Houchins, Bill Houchins, Ian Richardson
2014	U12	Boys	Age Group	Andy Huckeby, Derek Grajeda, Bill Houchins, Ian Richardson
2011	U15	Boys	Team	Derek Grajeda
2007	U18-U19	Boys	Team	Chris Lynch
2012	U14	Girls	Age Group	Andy Huckeby, Bill Houchins, Ian Richardson
2010	U16	Girls	Green	Jimmy Campbell
2010	U16	Girls	Black	Jimmy Campbell
2009	U17	Girls	Team	Chris Bethel

Fees

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Birth Year	Age Group	Gender	Team Name or Age Group Assignments	Fees
2017	U09	Boys	Age Group	$1,395
2016	U10	Boys	Age Group	$1,595
2015	U11	Boys	Age Group	$1,695
2014	U12	Boys	Age Group	$1,695
2011	U15	Boys	Team	$2,125
2007	U18-U19	Boys	Team	$2,350
2012	U14	Girls	Age Group	$1,925
2010	U16	Girls	Green	$2,350
2010	U16	Girls	Black	$1,875
2009	U17	Girls	Team	$2,350

News & Headlines

Roster Spot Openings

Three State Cup Winners, Three Runner-ups

List of Services

programs

List of Services

Club Ohio Dayton Youth Summer Camp
Youth Summer Camp Skills Camp is open to the public for ages U9-U12 (2014-2017). The primary focus of the program will be the individual technical development of each player. This includes technical topics such as: juggling, dribbling turns & feints, passing, receiving, ball striking, finishing, 1v1 attacking & 1v1 defending. In addition, basic Tactical topics such as spacing, possession, movement & awareness will be covered. Small-sided games, 3v3 or 4v4, will be utilized for game play to maximize each player's time with the ball at their feet. Click on Sign Up to register.

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Player Pathway

At the summit of our player development pathway stands our National teams, competing at national-level leagues such as NAL, Elite 64, and ECNL-RL. These teams are composed of the best players from within the club. Here, these young athletes strive to hone their skills against top competition, pushing boundaries in pursuit graduating to the next level of college and beyond.

Second from the top, we enter the realm of Regional teams that play high-level regional and state leagues, where athletes continue their journey. These leagues serve as crucibles, forging talent, building high-level game tactics and character through intense competition, preparing players for the challenges that lie ahead.

Next in the pathway are local teams engaged in local and low-level state leagues, providing an environment for talent to develop and evolve. Here, players refine their craft, developing the technical skills and building the foundation on game tactics for future success on the field.

At the base of our pathway lies our Juniors and recreational programs, where the youngest members of our soccer family take their first steps onto the pitch, embarking on a journey of discovery and enjoyment. Here, they learn the basics of the game, sportsmanship, and camaraderie that define our soccer community.