ABOUT US

HPFC MISSION

Through the global game of soccer, we teach life lessons, bring communities together, and develop players to become vibrant community ambassadors.

HPFC VISION

We are a community-based youth soccer organization committed to serving our diverse players and families in West Seattle, White Center, Burien, Normandy Park, SeaTac, and surrounding areas.


We strive to instill a life-long connection to soccer and our community by providing the most comprehensive soccer experience in the Highline Soccer Association.

HPFC VALUES

OPPORTUNITY

We are dedicated to providing a positive space for youth soccer players who desire a more competitive level of play. We strive to support each player in their pursuit of soccer excellence in a safe, supportive, and enjoyable environment.

PLAYER-CENTRIC

We value each player, and are committed to their development process. We understand that each player comes with their own identity, talents, and challenges. Our coaches and directors work diligently to maximize the positive experience of all members of our club community. 

FAMILY & COMMUNITY

Our family is our team, our club, our community; we support each person with respect and compassion. It is our social responsibility to foster positive and inclusive community partnerships through the game of soccer. 

EXCELLENCE

We hold each member of the club to high personal and professional standards. While understanding that failure and humility are integral to success and growth, we encourage persistence in the face of challenges.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We are committed to an inclusive and belonging environment for the wonderfully diverse community that we serve. We are proud of the racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, and gender-diverse representation that make up our teams, volunteers, staff, and coaches. We believe in providing an inclusive and psychologically safe environment for our members to be their authentic selves on and off the field. Through respect and honor, we highlight our commonalities and celebrate our differences as one community.

HPFC by the numbers...

1996

HPFC Founded

35

Current Teams

451

Current Players

1

Community

Highline Premier FC Crest

Our Badge combines elements of teams from years past.  Highline Eagles and Highline Heat teams date back to the 1970s and 1980s.  In 1996, the two groups of teams merged to form Highline Premier FC.


The left side of our badge is a red flame, which represents Highline Heat teams of yesteryear.


The right side of our badge is an eagle, which represents the Highline Eagles teams of yesteryear. 


Highline Premier FC through the years...

1970s–1980s  | The Foundation of Competitive Soccer

Youth soccer in the Highline area gained momentum as local teams emerged, each leaving a lasting mark on Washington’s soccer landscape. The Aviation West boys’ team, coached by Kim Duke, became a powerhouse, reaching the Washington State finals nearly every year and advancing to regionals in alternating seasons. Other standout teams, including the BC Stars, led by Steve Lewis, a talented girls' team coached by Sally Yoker, and the Heat, guided by Jim Bloomstine, helped shape a thriving soccer culture. These early teams set the foundation for a competitive and structured approach to youth soccer in the region.

1990s | The Birth of Select Soccer in Highline

As youth soccer evolved, clubs across Puget Sound began forming select-level teams, providing players with higher levels of training and competition. Recognizing this shift, Highline Soccer Association voted to establish select soccer within its structure. The result was the formation of HSA Heat for boys and HSA Eagles for girls, with Kim Duke overseeing the boys' side and Laura Lewis leading the girls' program. These teams allowed players to compete at a more advanced level while remaining connected to their local communities. The groundwork for what would eventually become Highline Premier FC was being laid, ensuring future generations of players had access to elite soccer pathways.

2000s | Unification and Club Development

The early 2000s marked a turning point as the girls' teams officially joined the Highline Heat club, creating a more cohesive competitive structure for the region. To further enhance player development, Darren Sawatzky was brought in as Coaching Director, playing a key role in shaping the club's training methodology during his tenure. Around this time, Highline Premier worked alongside Highline Soccer Association to establish a structured select-level program, providing a clear developmental path for young athletes. As the demand for elite competition grew, the club continued to refine its structure, leading to the eventual formation of Highline Select, a separate program under the Highline Soccer Association umbrella.

2010s | A New Identity and Competitive Growth

As Washington youth soccer expanded, Highline Premier FC embraced new opportunities to compete at a higher level. The club transitioned into the newly formed Washington Premier League (WPL), ensuring access to consistent, high-quality competition. In 2015, Highline Premier rebranded, introducing a new logo that reinforced its evolving identity while honoring the history of the Heat and Eagles programs. This shift symbolized the club's long-standing commitment to excellence, uniting its past with its future. As the club continued to build on its legacy, it remained dedicated to offering players an elite, community-driven soccer experience that emphasized development at every level.

2020s | Independence and Rapid Growth

With deep roots in the Highline community, the club entered the 2020s with a focus on sustainability and expansion. Even through the challenges of the pandemic, FC Highline emerged stronger, preserving its core players and ensuring financial stability. By 2023, the club had grown exponentially—expanding from 10 teams and 120 players to over 30 teams and more than 400 players in just three years. To support this unprecedented growth, FC Highline restructured, reinforcing its leadership and operations to provide a better experience for families and players. In 2023, the club took a further step forward, legally becoming FC Highline, legally separating from Highline Soccer Association and standing on its own for the first time in its history.

Highline Premier FC through the years...

1970s-1980s

Competitive soccer teams begin to form in Highline area, including Aviation West boys team coached by Kim Duke. Kim's team reached Washington State finals every year except for one and went to regionals in even-odd years. Other notable teams from the general Highline area include BC Stars coached by Steve Lewis, Sally Yoker's girls' team, and Heat coached by Jim Bloomstine.

1990s

Other clubs in the Puget Sound area start forming Select Level soccer teams and break off from the Highline Soccer Association. HSA votes to have select clubs within the association. Kim Duke becomes the first director of the HSA Heat boys club and Laura Lewis becomes the Director of the Girls teams. The girls continue to stay within their local clubs and teams are named HSA Heat (boys) and HSA Eagles (girls).

2000s

Girls teams officially join the Highline Heat club. In early 2000s, Darren Sawatzky hired as Coaching Director for the club and stays for several years before moving on to other opportunities.  Highline Premier worked with HSA to develop a select level soccer program.  Highline Select would later become a separate program under Highline Soccer Assocation.

2010s

Highline Premier FC joins the newly formed Washington Premier League (WPL).  In 2015, Highline Premier rebrands under their new logo. 


2020s and beyond...

In 2020, Long time Registrar, Staci Braun, retires from the club. In 2022 club hire Ozzy Erkut as Director of Coaching.

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