FC Hawaii is proud to share that midfielder Kylie Tang of Waimanalo has been selected for the U.S. Soccer Under-16 Women’s Youth National Team’s training camp taking place Nov. 14-20, 2024 at the Elite Athlete Training Center in Chula Vista, Calif. 

Tang, 15, is the daughter of Nick and Christine Tang. She’s a freshman at Punahou School and plays for the FC Hawaii 09G team, which won the 2023 US Youth Soccer National Championship. She also competes in the ECNL (Elite Club National League) for Utah Royals FC Arizona. 

“There are numerous recollections of Kylie from her childhood soccer days, but from an early age, Kylie has aspired to compete at the highest levels of soccer,” shares Jose Dydasco, coach for the FC Hawaii 09G, 10G and 11G teams. “Through her diligent work, unwavering commitment, persistence, and dedication to her craft, she has now reached the pinnacle of youth soccer. Despite her numerous accomplishments, Kylie remains devoted and loyal to her FC Hawaii 09G Team. We, her teammates, take great pride in Kylie’s opportunity to represent not only our team but also the entire State of Hawaii.”

“Kylie’s a hardworking player with a remarkable instinct for the game, and I knew she was ready for the next level,” adds FC Hawaii director Boris Teoharevic, who recommended her to Utah Royals Arizona Academy director Tiffany Roberts. “I’m thrilled to see Kylie’s talent being recognized with an invitation to the USWYNT camp. It’s rewarding to see her commitment and skill paying off. I can’t wait to see what the future holds for her.”