New Year, New Coaches
We are excited to welcome two new coaches to the WCU Technical Staff.
Fresh from a successful season with the DCI Varsity Boys team, Coach JP Dias has come on board as coach of the WCU 14B Red team. Coach Kalani Takamura returns to give back to his youth club as a coach in the Development Academy.
Please join us in welcoming them to WCU!
Our annual Month of Giving is here! It’s an opportunity for families, alumni, friends, and community supporters to come together to support and invest in the continued success of our club.
Your generosity and community backing play a vital role in nurturing youth sports on Capitol Hill and throughout the DMV. Through contributions from community members like you, we are empowered to offer young athletes the chance to excel in soccer and to develop into leaders within our communities.
Your gift supports the club’s day-to-day operations, professional coaching, soccer programs, individualized player development, and long-term growth. It also helps provide scholarships so that more families can access the beautiful game and engage with our community. We are a non-profit organization that strives to pair high-level training with the personal attention and connections that help players, their families, and our community thrive. Give this month to invest in our players, our club, and the future of youth soccer in DC.
This year, our goal is to raise $15,000. Every contribution strengthens the foundation of our club and supports our commitment to providing a positive and rewarding soccer experience for every player.
Our campaign continues through 12/1 - please consider making a contribution today at the #linkinbio. ❤️
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A gorgeous day to be outside enjoying soccer with friends and teammates!
We’re having a blast at the WCU Veteran’s Day Clinic. What a way to spend a day!
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A day off from school means a day full of soccer fun! 🥳 Join WCU for our Veteran’s Day Clinic, where you’ll play fun games, learn new skills, and score goals with friends. We welcome all players 7-14 years old. ⚽️
WCU’s one-day clinics are led by our experienced Travel Team and Development Academy Coaches, who ensure the day is balanced with both fun and development. Learn more and sign up at the #linkinbio!
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👻 Happy Halloween! 🎃
⭐️ PLAYER OF THE MONTH! ⭐️ Coach William’s U10B Red team is the home of our other September POTM: “Wyatt always brings a positive attitude, works hard, and continues to improve every week. His development has really stood out, and he is starting to become a strong leader and positive example for his teammates.”
We’re so proud of Wyatt’s continued growth!
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⭐️ PLAYER OF THE MONTH! ⭐️ September’s POTM is from Coach Kalani’s U10G Red team: “Isla always brings great enthusiasm and effort to training and games. She has displayed great defensive awareness and continues to develop into a teammate that anyone would love to play alongside.”
Brava to Isla on a terrific start to the season!
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The WCU 16G Blue team played with heart and hustle, and came away as CHAMPIONS at the Icebreaker Tournament ! With 17 goals scored and only 1 goal against in the group stage, they rolled into the final with momentum, clinching the trophy with a 2-0 win! Congrats to Coach Ashley and the 16G Blue!
The WCU 15B Blue team had a blast at the Alexandria Soccer Association's ASK Tournament ! score 20 goals keep 1 clean sheet win 4 games CHAMPIONS! Congrats to Director of Soccer Operations and Coach Tudor and the 15B Blue!
WCU Coaches had the pleasure of learning from German Football Federation instructor Maik Drzensla during a 3-day intensive this winter. Hosted by Global Soccer Development and DC Soccer Club, the coaching education course shared the German perspective on training efficiently and techniques for developing creative players. Our coaches look forward to implementing what they learned with their WCU teams!
We recently wrapped up our Winter Futsal Training Program at Catholic University’s Athletic Center. Players from our travel teams and beyond spent the past few months leveling up their skills every Saturday, and are revved up for their spring seasons.
Washington Capital United is thrilled to announce the continuation of Basswood Counsel ’s club sponsorship of WCU for a second year. As the club’s returning sponsor, Basswood Counsel plays a pivotal role in ensuring our programs and teams remain accessible to players on the Hill and across DC and the metropolitan area. “Programs like Washington Capital United help young people build confidence and resilience - foundations that extend well beyond the field. Their focus on inclusion, personal growth, and teamwork mirrors the values we strive to uphold in our work every day. Supporting WCU again this year reflects our commitment to investing in people early and helping communities thrive for the long term.” — Chris Klug, Basswood Counsel
We’re so proud of our three teams that competed in tournaments this weekend! The WCU 2015 Boys Blue were undefeated through four games on their way to winning the championship at the Nation’s Capital Cup ! At the same tournament, our 2012 Boys Blue secured two strong wins. Meanwhile, at the Columbia Fall Classic , our 2015 Girls Blue showed off their determination, teamwork, and growth mindset to finish the weekend with a 5-0 win! Congrats to all our players and teams!
WCU players are making waves in the DMV! The WCU 17G Blue team’s Mayté was recognized by the Washington Spirit in their most recent “Junior Spirit Player Spotlight” :
We had a fun-filled night gathering with our players, parents, and families at The Fields at RFK to celebrate our club on November 3rd! It was wonderful seeing the larger club community all together. We competed in soccer contests, ate lots of pizza, danced to the music of Coach/DJ Jon Orlando, and raffled off amazing prizes. Congrats to all our soccer contest and raffle prize winners! Your raffle donations raised more than $1,000! Please join us in thanking and supporting the generous organizations and individuals who donated items for our Club Night Raffle: Washington Spirit DC United Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company Executive Office of the Mayor of DC Scotty Bodywork Massage The St. James ZomTum: Laos Thai Bistro Betsy Brandon Emily Stern WCU Coaches Jon, Ossie, Tudor, Amanda, Sophie, and Mario
We had a blast at WCU's Summer Camp! Across four weeks at The Fields at RFK, our Travel and Development Academy players - along with new friends - joined us for soccer fun in the sun! From leveling up skills to scoring golazos, campers had an action-packed week of fun and learning with Coaches Ossie, Delfo, Alexis, Amanda, and Tudor. We can’t wait to spend the next school break with campers continuing to grow their love for the game!
We were thrilled to welcome exciting additions to our administrative team and coaching staff over the summer, as we continue to grow and strengthen the Washington Capital United community! Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Sophie Aung , Mia Isaac , and Mario Quevedo , each bringing unique experiences, outstanding credentials, and a shared passion for developing young players both on and off the field. Sophie Aung joins us as Club Administrator and Development Academy Assistant Coach. With a background in coaching youth across D.C. and an impressive decade-long career in arts administration and public programming, Sophie blends creativity, organization, and heart. Her experience with Soccer on the Hill, Player Progression Academy, and the Federal Triangles Soccer Club demonstrates her deep commitment to the game and to community. Sophie holds a USSF Grassroots license and is working on the USSF D license later this fall/winter. Coach Mia Isaac comes to us fresh off an NCAA Division I career at the University of Maryland, where she also earned a degree in Kinesiology. With two years of coaching experience and a growing list of credentials, Mia brings energy, empathy, and a development-first mindset to her teams. Her emphasis on communication and creating a positive training environment will be an incredible asset to our young athletes. Coach Mia holds a USSF Grassroots license and is working on the USSF D license. Coach Mario Quevedo adds six years of diverse coaching experience at the club, school, and academy levels including time with Crush FC, Real Madrid Camps, and PSG Academy Camps. Originally from Venezuela, Mario has coached across the U.S. and helped dozens of young players pursue their dreams of college soccer. His international perspective, leadership, and dedication to player growth are a perfect fit for WCU’s mission. Coach Mario holds a USSF Grassroots license and is working on the USSF D license. We are incredibly excited to have these passionate and talented individuals join our team. Each new addition enriches our community and helps WCU continue to offer a dynamic, supportive, competitive, and forward-thinking soccer environment for all.