From local pitches in Orleans, Ontario to representing Canada on the world’s biggest stage, Elijah Roche’s journey is built on discipline, mentorship, and an unwavering belief in his dream.
Ontario Soccer has launched its ambitious 2025–2036 Technical Development Plan, setting a bold course to elevate every level of the game across the province.
Over 600 athletes from across the province took part in the 2025 Provincial Screening Competitions this spring, with First Touch Football (FTF) Canada amplifying exposure for players and extending the reach of Ontario Soccer’s Talented Player Pathway.
Woodbridge Soccer Club defeats Tecumseh United FC 3-2 in penalties after a 1-1 full-time score to win the 2024 OPDL Gary Miller Charity Shield U14 Boys title.
Ottawa South United defeats Woodbridge 4-2 in penalties after a nil-nil full-time score to win the 2024 OPDL Gary Miller Charity Shield U15 Boys title.
Ottawa South United defeats Toronto High Park FC 6-5 in penalties after a 2-2 full-time score to win the 2024 OPDL Gary Miller Charity Shield U17 Boys title.
Canada Soccer's National Club Championships, also known as the Toyota National Championships, unfold in cities across Canada from October 9-14 with this being the 100th edition of the prestigious competition.
On September 30, Ontario Soccer commemorates Orange Shirt Day and National Day for Truth and Reconciliation by reflecting on the history of residential schools and amplifying Indigenous voices within the sport.
Ontario Soccer highlights Concussion Awareness Week and Rowan’s Law Day, providing valuable information and resources to promote the safety and wellbeing of athletes across the province.
Masters Provincial Champions Burlington SC and Whitecaps London brought home silver and bronze, respectively, at the 2024 Canada Soccer Masters Regional Championships, capping an impressive season for both teams.
As part of the 2024 Centre Circle Awards, Ontario Soccer bestowed the Chair of the Board award unto the Ontario Women’s Soccer League for decades of service.
As part of the 2024 Centre Circle Awards, Ontario Soccer and Dairy Farmers of Ontario congratulate the MilkUP Future Leader Award winners – Aaron Coulas, Brianna West, Zachary Wilkinson, Felipe Cintra and Molly Owen.
Canada's 2024 FIFA U20 Women's World Cup roster highlights the exceptional talent nurtured within the Ontario Soccer community, with over two-thirds of the players hailing from clubs within our province.
Sophia Fata (Sault Ste. Marie) and Nathan Miller (Thunder Bay) share some reflections after participating in the 2024 Provincial Xcel Program this spring.
Canada Soccer’s Women’s National Team (CANWNT) is off to defend their gold medal at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games this summer with 12 Made in Ontario Players in town.
CEO and Co-Founder of Project 8 Diana Matheson announced today that Canada’s professional women’s soccer league will be called the "Northern Super League," launching April 2025.
Johnny Misley, Ontario Soccer's Chief Executive Officer, and Peter Augruso, Chair of Ontario Soccer's Board of Directors, share a joint message before the Ontario Player Development League (OPDL)'s historic 10th season kicks off on May 4.
Ontario Soccer’s U16 Provincial Teams Took on TFC Academy and Canada Soccer’s National Development Centre in a Mini Series at the Zanchin Automotive Soccer Centre this Weekend.
Congratulations to 9 de Octubre, Caboto Soccer, and Match Official Nick Vagenas who proudly represented Ontario at the recent Futsal Canadian Championships in Calgary.
Winning squads from the 2023 Ontario Player Development League (OPDL) Gary Miller Charity Shield donated the event proceeds to SickKids, Kids Help Phone, and Ronald McDonald House.
A groundbreaking collaboration with First Touch Football Canada (FTF Canada) elevated Ontario Soccer’s U16 and U17 Provincial Screening Competition this year, exposing talented young soccer players to more opportunities than ever before.
In the process, Ontario Soccer formalizes research within its operations; ensuring decisions on the future of soccer in Ontario are supported by sound science and evidence.
On March 9 and 10, eight Men’s teams will compete for the 2024 Ontario Futsal Cup and the chance to represent our province at the upcoming Futsal Canadian Championships.
This past weekend, the U18 Girls and Boys competed in the final rounds of the 2024 Ontario Futsal Cup. These matches were played in Thunder Bay as part of the 2024 Ontario Winter Games.
Ontario Soccer and its premier partner, the Dairy Farmers of Ontario, are proud to announce the recipients of the MilkUP Ontario Soccer Future Leaders “Class of ‘23” initiative, which is an integral element of the innovative MilkUP Future Leaders Youth Leadership Development Framework
Ontario soccer has had proven success in developing top level talent, and last week’s 2024 MLS Super Draft was no different. In total there were five Canadians selected, with all having been developed through the Ontario Soccer system.
The Ontario Player Development League (OPDL) is one of four standards-based programs currently recognized as part of Canada Soccer's new Player Development Program (PDP) network, with the first national PDP Championship to take place in August 2024.
The University of British Columbia (UBC), supported by Canada Soccer, BC Soccer and Ontario Soccer, is currently running a research project to learn more about the paths and reasons for continued participation and success in girls' and women's soccer.
In its first year, BMO Girls Play ON! garnered the support of diverse leaders in the Ontario Soccer community. In this story, some of the program’s male allies discuss the importance of the initiative and the crucial role they can play in promoting the growth and empowerment of girls and women.
The MilkUP Ontario Soccer Future Leaders “Class of ‘23” bursary applications are now open! Award winners will embody the Ontario Soccer tagline of “Play. Inspire. Unite.” in both their soccer community and their home community.