Missoula Strikers Soccer Association Inc
About Missoula Strikers Soccer Association Inc
Some clubs stop at team rosters. Missoula Strikers Soccer Association Inc keeps going, with programs that start in preschool and stretch through recreational play, academy training, travel teams, futsal, camps, and college recruiting support. For families in Missoula and the Bitterroot Valleys, that means a place where kids can grow with the game for years, not just a season. It also means coaches get support, too, through clinics and mentorship that strengthen the experience around the field.
What sets Strikers FC apart is the range of its pathway, from Mini Micro Strikers for ages 3 to 4 to competitive travel soccer and recruiting support for older players. It serves both Missoula and the Bitterroot Valleys, so families can stay close to home while still finding room to move from first touches to higher-level play.
Programs
The concrete work this nonprofit runs. Each program may later become a fundable project.
Mini Micro Strikers
Instructional soccer for children ages 3 to 4, focused on motor skills, confidence, coordination, and age-appropriate soccer activities.
Micro Strikers
Recreational soccer for boys and girls ages 5 to 12, using small-sided games and age-appropriate activities to teach basic skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
Bitterroot Minis
Preschool-aged introductory soccer for ages 3 to 4 in the Bitterroot Valley, centered on fun and early physical development.
Bitterroot Micros
Recreational soccer for players ages 5 through 8th grade in Hamilton, Corvallis, and the greater Bitterroot Valley.
Strikers FC Academy
Pre-competitive soccer for U9-U11 players, combining technical and tactical training with small-sided competition and player development.
Bitterroot Academy
Additional technical and tactical training for players ages 8 to 11, offered as a stand-alone or supplemental training experience.
Strikers FC Competitive
Travel soccer for U10-U19 players, with team training, league play, tournaments, and a development-focused competitive pathway.
Bitterroot Competitive Program
Development-focused travel soccer for U9-U14 players competing against clubs across Montana.
Futsal Fridays
A winter 1.5-hour futsal session where players are mixed into small-sided teams for a night of 5v5 play.
Winter Futsal League
An eight-week January-March futsal league for girls and boys born 2006-2015.
Camps
Summer soccer camps in Missoula and the Bitterroot, including Strikers FC camps and Challenger Sports camps.
College Recruiting Resources
Recruiting help that includes video review, one-on-one meetings, resources through PlayMetrics and SportsRecruits, and support for players pursuing college soccer.
Coach Clinics, Licensing Clinics, and Coach Mentorship
Training and continuing education for coaches to strengthen the club's programs.
Intermountain Champions Cup
A three-day tournament hosted at Fort Missoula Regional Park for boys and girls teams from across the northwestern United States and Canada.
Heartbreaker Cup
A winter 5v5 futsal tournament for boys and girls teams U10-U19.
Zootown Cup
A 7v7 tournament for U9-U15 teams held at Fort Missoula.
About this work
In their own words — what they do, who it reaches, and what your dollars actually fund.
Mission
Our mission: fostering personal and community growth through soccer.
Who they serve
Youth ages 3 to 19 in Missoula and the Bitterroot Valleys, including recreational, academy, competitive, and recruiting-pathway players.
Their impact
- Approximately 1,500 children are served each season in the Mini and Micro Strikers program.
- The regional competitive program serves approximately 550 participants.
How your donation helps
- General scholarship fund for families needing assistance with club fees
- Competitive program support
- Travel, lodging, meals, transportation, and tournament expenses for teams heading to Nationals
- Support for the UK Tour
Our story
Established in 1982, Strikers FC grew into Montana’s largest premier soccer club and now serves players ages 3 to 19 throughout the Missoula and Bitterroot Valleys. Its programs reflect a club pathway that begins with introductory soccer and continues through academy, competitive, futsal, camp, and recruiting opportunities.
Need help?
How someone in need can access Missoula Strikers Soccer Association Inc’s services.
Families register through PlayMetrics for the relevant program, and scholarship applications are built into program registrations for families needing fee assistance.
Stories
The people behind the work.
In their words
Developing Players. Building Character. Strengthening Community.
Our mission: fostering personal and community growth through soccer.
Playing for Strikers has helped shape me as a person on and off the field.
Events
Intermountain Champions Cup
annualA three-day tournament hosted at Fort Missoula Regional Park with teams from across the northwestern United States and Canada.
Heartbreaker Cup
annualA winter futsal tournament for U10-U19 boys and girls teams.
Zootown Cup
annualA 7v7 tournament held at Fort Missoula for U9-U15 teams.
The Soccer Ball
annualA club celebration and fundraiser featuring food, drinks, music, dancing, and auctions.
Futsal Fridays
winterA winter small-sided futsal session where players are mixed into 5v5 teams.
Winter Futsal League
winterAn eight-week futsal league held from January through March.
Ways to help
Concrete needs and volunteer roles Missoula Strikers Soccer Association Inc has shared.
Current needs
- Volunteer head coaches for Mini and Micro programs
- Volunteer coaches for Bitterroot Micros and Minis
- Volunteer sign-ups for tournament support
- Scholarship fund donations
- Sponsorship support for club programs and tournaments
Volunteer opportunities
- Volunteer head coach for Mini Micro Strikers
- Volunteer coach for Micro Strikers and Bitterroot Micros
- Volunteer support for the Intermountain Champions Cup
- Coach mentorship and clinic participation
Recognition & press
Partners & funders
In the news
Articles featuring Missoula Strikers Soccer Association Inc from the Love What You Fund newsroom.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this nonprofit and how its work happens.
What age groups can participate in the club's programs?
Programs start with children as young as 3 and go up to age 19, depending on the program.
Does the club offer both recreational and competitive soccer?
Yes. Families can find recreational programs, academy training, and competitive travel teams.
Are there opportunities for extra training beyond team practices?
Yes. Academy programs, Futsal Fridays, camps, and recruiting resources add more chances to develop.
Can families apply for scholarship assistance?
Yes. Scholarship applications are part of program registration in PlayMetrics.
Does the club support coach development?
Yes. The club offers coaching clinics, coach licensing clinics, and coach mentorship.
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