NORTH SUBURBAN SOCCER

TRYOUTS

2024 - 2025 TRYOUT OVERVIEW

Develop with us! We provide competitive soccer opportunities to boys and girls of all skill levels from all over the Twin Cities. NSSA teams compete exclusively in the Twin Cities Soccer League (TCSL) and NPL — offering the state's best competition and local travel. We have a team for you! Start the process of joining NSSA by registering for tryouts.

DATES

U8 - U11 (Birth years: 2017, 2016, 2015 & 2014 ): July 21, 22 & 23

U12 - U18 (Birth years: 2013-2007): July 27 & 28


LOCATION:

University of Northwestern-St. Paul Athletic Complex (turf)
3003 Snelling Ave.N, Roseville, MN


GOALKEEPER TRY-OUTS

Goalkeeper Try-outs for U11 and older (2014) + will be the first 45 minutes of each age group on Day 1.

REGISTRATION FEE: $45


PLAYER ELIGIBILITY:

Open to boys and girls
Birth years: 2017 (U8) through 2007 (U18)


MISSING TRYOUTS?

To be eligible for a team, please register for tryouts and complete the Missing Tryouts section of the Registration. Once you have registered, email Brady.Hicks@nssasoccer.org with a note indicating that you will be unable to attend along with your birth year and current team (if applicable).

REGISTER

2024 - 2025 TRYOUT SCHEDULE

U8-U11 TRYOUT & PARENT MEETING INFORMATION

U8 - U11 GIRLS TRYOUT SCHEDULE

BIRTHYEAR AGE TRYOUT DAY 1 DAY 1 TIME TRYOUT DAY 2 DAY 2 TIME
2017 GIRLS U8 (playing U9) July 21 9 - 10:30 AM July 22 4:30 - 6 PM
2016 GIRLS U9 JULY 21 10:45 AM - 12:15 PM JULY 22 4:30 - 6 PM
2015 GIRLS U10 July 21 10:45 - 12:15 PM JULY 22 6:30 - 8 PM
2014 GIRLS U11 JULY 21 6 - 7:30 PM JULY 22 6:30 - 8 PM

U8 - U11 BOYS TRYOUT SCHEDULE

BIRTHYEAR AGE TRYOUT DAY 1 DAY 1 TIME TRYOUT DAY 2 DAY 2 TIME
2017 BOYS U8 (PLAYING U9) JULY 21 9 - 10:30 AM JULY 23 4:30 - 6 PM
2016 BOYS U9 JULY 21 12:45 - 2:15 PM JULY 23 6:30 - 8 PM
2015 BOYS U10 JULY 21 2:30 - 4 PM JULY 23 6:30 - 8 PM
2014 BOYS U11 JULY 21 4:15 - 5:45 PM JULY 23 4:30 - 6 PM

U8 - U11 PARENT INFO MEETINGS: JULY 21

DATE: SUNDAY, JULY 21

TIMES:

9:00 AM

10:45 AM

12:45 AM

2:30 PM

4:15 PM

6:00 PM

Informational meetings will be held on Day 1 of tryouts in the softball field bleachers. Parents will have an opportunity learn about our competitive program, including:


  • What to expect for the 2024-2025 season
  • How to register
  • Team designation timeline
  • Fees and uniforms
  • Q&A

U12 - U18 TRYOUT & PARENT MEETING INFORMATION

U12 - U18 GIRLS TRYOUT SCHEDULE

BIRTHYEAR AGE TRYOUT DAY 1 DAY 1 TIME TRYOUT DAY 2 DAY 2 TIME
2013 GIRLS U12 JULY 27 8:45 - 10:15 AM JULY 28 10:30 AM - 12 PM
2012 GIRLS U13 JULY 27 12:30 - 2 PM JULY 28 12:30 - 2 PM
2011 GIRLS U14 JULY 27 2:15 - 3:45 PM JULY 28 2:15 - 3:45 PM
2010 GIRLS U15 JULY 27 4 - 5:30 PM JULY 28 4 - 5:30 PM
2009 GIRLS U16 JULY 27 5:45 - 7:15 PM JULY 28 5:45 - 7:15 PM
2008 GIRLS U17 JULY 27 7:30 - 9 PM JULY 28 7:30 - 9 PM
2007 GIRLS U18 JULY 27 7:30 - 9 PM JULY 28 7:30 - 9 PM

U12 - U18 BOYS TRYOUT SCHEDULE

BIRTHYEAR AGE TRYOUT DAY 1 DAY 1 TIME TRYOUT DAY 2 DAY 2 TIME
2013 BOYS U12 JULY 27 10:30 AM - 12 PM JULY 28 8:45 - 10:15 AM
2012 BOYS U13 JULY 27 12:30 - 2 PM JULY 28 12:30 - 2 PM
2011 BOYS U14 JULY 27 2:15 - 3:45 PM JULY 28 2:15 - 3:45 PM
2010 BOYS U15 JULY 27 4 - 5:30 PM JULY 28 4 - 5:30 PM
2009 BOYS U16 JULY 27 5:45 - 7:15 PM JULY 28 5:45 - 7:15 PM
2008 BOYS U17 JULY 27 7:30 - 9 PM JULY 28 7:30 - 9 PM
2007 BOYS U18 JULY 27 7:30 - 9 PM JULY 28 7:30 - 9 PM

U12 - U18 PARENT INFO MEETINGS: JULY 27

DATE: SUNDAY, JULY 27

TIMES:

9 AM

10:30 AM

12:30 AM

2:15 PM

4 PM

5:45 PM

7:30 PM

Informational meetings will be held on Day 1 of tryouts in the softball field bleachers. Parents will have an opportunity learn about our competitive program, including:



  • What to expect for the 2024-2025 season
  • How to register
  • Team designation timeline
  • Fees and uniforms
  • Q&A


TEAM DESIGNATIONS

NSSA provides two tiers of competitive soccer: Select and Academy. Within each tier, there may be multiple teams — each comprised of players on similar developmental skill levels. Team levels are listed in order of developmental level (highest to lowest); however, players have the ability to train with more advanced teams and may be asked to "play up" in games.

SELECT (DEVELOPMENTAL)

Select teams require a yearly commitment; however the program typically requires minimal travel outside the metro and less rigorous schedule.



ACADEMY (ADVANCED)

Academy teams train or play games 3-4 times per week, are more likely to compete in regional or national tournaments, and can expect to receive additional technical/tactical coaching and supplementary training (film study, agility, etc.).


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • What should I do if I'm unable to attend tryouts?

    Players unable to attend tryouts must still complete and pay for Tryout Registration to indicate that they wish to petition for a roster spot. Details about Missing Tryouts will be found within the registration including, what dates player is missing and why. 


    A position on a specific team is not guaranteed. However, the Director of Coaching will be notified that even though your child was not at tryouts they are still interested in playing for NSSA. Players will be placed on a team based on their ability level. 


  • Do I need to attend tryouts on both scheduled days?

    We ask that players attend both days of tryouts. If player is unable to attend 1 day, please complete the Missing Tryouts Portion of the Registration including which day will be missed and the reason for missing.

  • Can I tryout for a team that's an age level older?

    Any player currently playing outside of their current birth year who would like to be considered for a different birth year should attend Day 1 tryout of their actual birth year tryout and then Day 2 for the birth year in which they would also like to be considered. 

  • What do I need to bring to tryouts?

    Players should bring shin guards, cleats and plenty of water. A tryout shirt is included in tryout fee and must be worn to both sessions. 

  • When will I be notified of team placement?

    Notification of placement on 2023-2024 teams will be made approximately 48 hours after the final tryout. An email invitation including team plans and approximate fees will also go out to each team.

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