Born in Portland, Oregon, Evans began his soccer career at Eastside United FC, which won the U.S.

[1] He also was an all-state player for Portland's Central Catholic High School where he helped guide the Rams to a 2007 6A State Championship.

[1] In his final season with the Pilots Evans managed a career-best 14 goals which was ranked 8th amongst the NCAA.

[1] On January 8, 2013, it was officially announced that Evans had been signed by the Portland Timbers on a homegrown player contract.

Steven's younger brother, Nick, played varsity soccer for Central Catholic HS and for the Portland Timber's u-16 team.