The Pittsburgh Riverhounds are a professional soccer team based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, that compete in the USL Championship. They also have a youth soccer club, the Pittsburgh Riverhounds Development Academy, which was founded in 2016 and serves as the official youth development program of the Pittsburgh Riverhounds.
The Development Academy offers programming for boys and girls from ages 5-18, with a focus on player development and creating a pathway to college and professional soccer. The club has a strong emphasis on individual player development, and its coaching staff is highly trained and experienced in developing young players.
The Pittsburgh Riverhounds Development Academy has several teams that compete in various leagues and tournaments throughout the region, including the US Youth Soccer National League and the Eastern Regional League. The club also provides additional training opportunities and camps for its players to further develop their skills and abilities.
The Development Academy is committed to providing opportunities for players of all skill levels and backgrounds, and aims to create a positive and inclusive environment for all its players. Through its dedication to player development, community involvement, and excellence on and off the field, the Pittsburgh Riverhounds Development Academy is helping to grow and improve the game of soccer in the Pittsburgh region.