Tryout Day
River City FC Tryouts are June 9. Below is what you need to do and what to expect on tryout day!
Should you have any questions please reach out to our Technical Director Daniel Olstad at daniel@rivercityfc.com
Schedule
| Time | Field A | Field B |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00-9:15am | 2012 Boys | 2013 Boys |
| 9:30-10:45am | 2012/2013 Girls | 2014 Boys |
| 11:00-12:15pm | 2011 Girls | |
| 12:30-1:45pm | Juniors (2015-2018 Boys | Juniors (2015-2018) Girls |
| 2:00-3:15pm | 2010 Boys | 2011 Boys |
| 3:30-4:45pm | High School Boys |
All sessions will take place at The Shire (10609 Tesshire Drive, Affton)
How Many Players Do We take?
We do our best to place all players on a team who tryout for the academy and select groups. We can't guarantee that everyone will have a place a River City as there are a certain number of players allowed per team.
In the juniors program we will accept and place all players who would like to join the club.
What to Bring
Water/Drink
Tryouts are notorious for being a hot day. Make sure you have enough to drink!
Bring a Ball
Players should bring a correct size and properly inflated ball to the session. Make sure the ball is clearly marked with the players name.
What to Wear
Current River City FC players should wear their practice attire (grey shirt/black shorts/grey socks). New players trying may wear whatever color they would like.
A good attitude
We know tryouts can cause some fear and anxiety but bring a good attitude, work hard, and try to have fun. Our coaches have all been through tryouts before and understand the feelings that can occur in players. We try our best to make it an enjoyable day, players need to do their best to bring the right mindset.
Arrival
Get there Early!!!
Make sure to arrive early. Players should get to their session time a minimum 20-25 minutes early. This allows time to check-In and make sure they are ready to go with no added stress.
Check In
All players need to check-in at the table located at the building by the concession stand and bathrooms.
Pin It!
New players trying out for academy or select teams will be given a number to pin on their shirt. Please pin the number on the front of your shirt.
Current players will not need a number to pin on as we will use your uniform number.
Get Ready To Play!
Make sure you are ready to play. Strech, make sure your cleats are tied and last minute bathroom run. Sessions start promptly at their assigned time so make sure you are ready!
The Session
Here is what to expect as a player during your session. What we expect as coaches is that you come out and work hard and have a good attitude. Don't worry about making mistakes. Everyone is going to make mistakes. Just do your best and try to enjoy your time on the field.
01 Warm-up
Players will be taken through a short activation warm up to make sure they are ready for the session.
02 1v1
Players will perform a 1v1 exercise where coaches will look at their ability to Attack and defend as individuals.
Goalkeepers will also get a chance to display their abilities in the goal.
03 Small Sided or Larger
Coaches will evaluate the players ability to play within a team as well as their technical ability in a game setting. Coaches will be looking at how a player receives the ball, passes the ball, deals with pressure from opponents, and makes decisions both with and without the ball.
What happens After?
Return Your Number
Please return your number and safety pins to the check in table before leaving.
Notification
You will receive a notification from RCFC within 24-48 hours
Accept or Decline
If you are placed on a RCFC team you have 24 hours from notification to accept or decline the spot offered to you.
Registration
If you accept your spot you will have to make a $200 non-refundable deposit to secure your roster position.