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Walking the Tunnel: Honoring Our Eastside FC Seniors
Every year at Eastside FC, we pause twice — once in February for our Senior Boys and again later in the Spring for our Senior Girls. Under the lights at Preston, training sessions slow. Balls are tucked under arms. And for a few minutes, the entire club gathers to recognize a group of seniors who have given years of their lives to Eastside FC. Some arrived as little kids chasing a ball that seemed too big for them. Others joined along the way. All of them helped shape what th
Feb 112 min read


Tim Reynolds Named Girls ECNL Director
Eastside FC is thrilled to announce Tim Reynolds as our new Girls ECNL Director , a role that reflects the impact he’s made since joining the club. Born and raised in Torquay, England, Tim brings over 40 years of experience as both a player and coach. He has served as National Head Coach at TOCA Football, spent eight successful years at XFire Premier, worked with the Women’s Sounders, and even contributed as a part-time scout with U.S. Soccer. Tim’s coaching philosophy emphas
Feb 41 min read


Troy Letherman Named Boys ECNL Director
Eastside FC is proud to announce Troy Letherman as our new Boys ECNL Director , a role that reflects both his impact over the past three years and the trust he has earned across the club. Since joining Eastside FC, Troy has been a top-team ECNL coach and a driving force behind multiple initiatives—from international travel and camps to performance standards and player development frameworks. He has consistently demonstrated what it means to lead at the highest level: developi
Feb 42 min read


Our New Crest: Marking the Next Era of Eastside FC
For more than 50 years, Eastside FC has stood for something bigger than soccer. Founded in 1970 as the Eastside Youth Soccer Association, our club has grown into one of the premier youth soccer organizations in the country. With nearly 1,400 players across more than 90 teams and 3 locations, our purpose has always been clear: Building Champions in Life. Today, we’re proud to share the next evolution of that purpose — a refreshed Eastside FC brand. Why We Refreshed Our Brand T
Feb 22 min read


Eastside FC, Mercer Island FC and XL are excited to announce a new partnership, effective for the 2026-2027 season and beyond.
We are excited to share an update about the continued growth of Eastside FC and the long-term vision for our club across the Eastside. This next step reflects our commitment to providing strong, consistent development pathways while expanding opportunities for players and families in our community. Eastside is FC Partnering with Mercer Island FC; Top XL Teams to Join Eastside FC and the RCL Beginning with the 2026/27 season, Eastside FC has reached an agreement with Mercer
Jan 282 min read


The Foundation for Technical Performance at Eastside FC
The most important work at Eastside FC doesn’t happen under the lights on match day. It happens quietly, thoughtfully, and over time—often behind the scenes. This is the work that builds habits, behaviors, standards, and understanding long before results are visible. Eastside FC is a large and diverse club, with nearly 100 teams across multiple age groups and competitive levels. That scale is one of the club’s greatest strengths, but it also presents a challenge: ensuring ev
Jan 262 min read


Eastside FC Auction to Take Place March 7, 2026.
Chance Fry, Executive Director of Eastside FC, during the club’s auction in On a Saturday evening this March, a different kind of energy will settle over the Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel. It’s not the pulse of competition on the field, but there is something familiar in the buzz—people moving between conversations, laughter at a table, quiet focus over a bid sheet. It’s the Eastside FC auction, a major fundraising moment for the club where families, coaches, alumni, and longtime
Jan 92 min read


Eastside FC Named #9 Boys Club in the Country by ECNL
We’re thrilled to celebrate a significant milestone: Eastside FC has been ranked among the Elite Clubs National League (ECNL) Boys Top 25...
Aug 14, 20252 min read


Eastside FC Hosts International Soccer Academy Camp, Bringing Top European Coaches to Preston
Eastside FC, one of the Pacific Northwest’s premier youth soccer clubs, recently held a groundbreaking International Soccer Academy Camp — an event unlike any other in the region.
Jul 10, 20252 min read


Eastside FC Celebrates the 2006 Seniors with Heartfelt Sendoff
At Eastside FC, we believe soccer is about more than just goals, wins, and standings — it's about the people who make our club a family....
Apr 29, 20252 min read


Eastside FC Statement on Referee Abuse and Spectator Behavior
U.S. Soccer recently implemented a Referee Abuse Prevention Program, which took effect in March. Incidents of referee abuse are on the...
Mar 29, 20251 min read


Celebrating Employee Appreciation Day: Thank You.
Eastside FC - The heart of soul of Eastside FC is the players on the field, their families, and also the incredible coaches on the field...
Mar 24, 20253 min read


Thank you and good luck, Senior Boys!
Please join with the club to say farewell and good luck to our departing senior boys. Every February our older boys leave for their high...
Feb 9, 20241 min read


Thank you and good luck, Eastside FC senior boys
This last Tuesday I had the distinct pleasure of addressing a group of players at Preston Park. It has been a couple of years since I...
Feb 9, 20231 min read
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