Tryout Format

Skyline players will be evaluated throughout the season on several different occassions before tryouts even begin. Club Coaches will be at matches on Saturdays evaluating and each player's coach will be referred to for further evaluations of each player.

Tryouts will consist of small sided 4 versus 4 games. Games will then progress into an 8 versus 8 format and finally finish with an 11 versus 11 format. We will have roughly 1 evaluator per 8 players trying out.

Each player will be notified of her/his results of the tryout process within 72 hours of the completion of the tryouts. Once an offer has been extended to join Skyline's Competitive program, a response will be required within 24 - 48 hours to hold that players spot.

If you do not make a Competitive team this year, the selection committee may just feel you are not quite ready for the Competitive league. They may recommend either playing at Developmental or the Intermediate league. The Intermediate league is designed for those looking for the competitive side of soccer, but are just not ready for the Competitive league.

Dates and Times

June 1 - June 3, 2010, Kennedy Soccer Complex

Details:
U11 Boys/Girls June 1 & June 3: 5 - 6:30 - Must attend both.
U12 Boys/Girls June 1: 6:45 - 8:15

U13 Boys/Girls June 2: 5 - 6:30
U14 Boys/Girls June 2: 6:45 - 8:15

U15 & U16 Girls June 3: 6:45 - 8:15
U17 & U18 Girls June 3: 6:45 - 8:15

Each player will be notified of her/his results of the tryout process within 72 hours of the completion of the tryouts.

Placement Philosophy

Evaluation will be based on technical, tactical, physical and psychological ability.

Players within the club will be evaluated in three ways:

1. Skyline Club Coaches will be on fields during Saturday matches watching U10 and above games. These evaluations will be used in to enhance our selection criteria during tryouts.

2. Skyline Vounteer Coaches will be consulted about players on each coaches respective team in regards to player participation, technical ability, tactical ability, ability to follow instructions and each players willingness to learn.

3. Each individual will have multiple evaluations conducted by licensed, experienced coaches while they play in both the small sided and larger games.  All the evaluations are then calculated and an average score is given to each players ability based on each coaches evaluation.  This will determine in placing an individual with the appropriate team.

About Competitive

Selection to a Skyline Competitive team is a great accomplishment. To play at one of the highest levels of competition in the state can be very gratifying for many players and parents. Players will refine their talents and techniques with qualified professional coaches. If you are new to the Competitive program, one thing to understand is that Competitive soccer does take more commitment than Recreational soccer.

Competitive soccer can really be a foundation for a childs future in soccer. Selection onto a premiere team can be have a great lasting effect on each player. Specifically, many of these teams will play together for years to come.

Competitive soccer consists of 19 games througout the fall and spring. Teams will also participate in tournaments. All competitive team coaches are professionals and registration fees help offest costs to provide these coaches. Practices usually consist of 1.5 hours, 2x a week. Some teams will practice 3x a week.

Competitive soccer is a full year commitment. Players are financially responsible for and expected to participate in both the fall and spring season, plus all of the team's scheduled tournaments.

Competitive Costs

You will find that Skyline offers a streamlined registration process with no hidden registration fees. Your first season at Skyline, you will find 3 main fees.

REGISTRATION: $325 per season, $650 for the year. This INCLUDES the cost of the Competitive coach.
UNIFORM: between $220 - $250. Uniform is a one time purchase.
ADDITIONALS: Tournaments and additional training may require additional funds, but that is a team decision.

After your first season, the only cost to Skyline will be the registration fees. Additional tournaments or training will be a team by team decision.

Questions and Answers

WHO SHOULD TRYOUT FOR THE SKYLINE COMPETITIVE PROGRAM?
Any Developmental, Intermediate or Competitive soccer player in the Denver are that feels they have the skill sna dedication to train and play at some of the highest levels in youth soccer.

WHERE ARE THE TRYOUTS CONDUCTED?
Kennedy Soccer Complex.

WHO IS THE COACH FOR MY CHILD'S AGE GROUP?
Coaches for age groups will be posted on this website in the near future.

WHAT DO I DO WHEN I GET THERE?
Please find the the registration booth to check in and get your number. After completing the sign in process, your player will be directed to the appropriate filed for his/her age group. Parents are welcome to stay during the tryout session, but must remain away from evaluators and players. No parents are allowed on the playing fields before, during or after the tryout session.

WHAT DO I BRING TO TRYOUTS?
Cleats, ball, shin guards and water.

WHAT HAPPENDS AFTER TRYOUTS?
Each player will be notified of her/his results of the tryout process within 72 hours of the completion of the tryouts. Once an offer has been extended to join Skyline's Competitive program, a response will be required within 24 - 48 hours to hold that players spot.

I WAS ASKED TO RETURN FOR THE NEXT TRYOUT, WHAT HAPPENS THEN?
Return at the next scheduled tryout time and work even harder. Sometimes coaches really like a player, but want to take a second look.

THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND.
This is Competitive soccer, which means there will be an 'A' team and a 'B' team. We will do our best to evaluate and create the strongest teams possible. In the event that the number of skilled players allows the formation of multiple teams, the strongest team or 'A' team will be formed first, with an additional team or 'B' team formed second.