The ODP program is a national program designed to serve two major purposes: To identify the outstanding youth players throughout this country to represent the United States in international competition, and to develop the top players throughout the United States, at the State, Regional, and National levels. 

The East Region ODP Mission Statement: To develop each player in the program to their full potential to enhance the enjoyment of playing the game; To increase the skill level of the players to raise the level of play in their local environment; To develop all players to achieve their highest possible level; To identify players of the highest caliber on a consistent basis to lead to increased success for the U.S. National Teams in the international arena. Players are evaluated and selected on technique, tactics, fitness athletic ability, and attitude. After tryouts, player pools will be created.  All players must play on their birth year team – special situations at the coaches’ discretion. Some of the benefits of participating in ODP include Development as a player. The opportunity to train and play with the best players in one’s age group. Quality instruction from nationally licensed coaches. Quality competition. Games against other state association ODP teams. Exposure to Regional and National Team Coaches. The opportunity to represent one’s state, region, or county in competition. Exposure to college coaches.