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Post by footy on May 2, 2018 0:12:20 GMT -5
My plan is to have our kids just try out at their current clubs but I know of teammates who are reaching out to coaches at a few different clubs. What’s your strategy this year?
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Post by atv on May 2, 2018 6:02:55 GMT -5
Would be interesting to see polls relative to age groupings, boys/ girls, geographic locations, just a thought ...
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Post by petrcechitout on May 2, 2018 7:05:04 GMT -5
My child will be trying out for multiple clubs, in an effort to make the best team possible for her abilities. Of course he/she would prefer to stay with their current team and friends but they realize they may need to change clubs to compete at a higher level, since the selection process is coach based not all coaches evaluate players the same.
Just my 2 cents...
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Post by footy on May 2, 2018 7:37:03 GMT -5
Would be interesting to see polls relative to age groupings, boys/ girls, geographic locations, just a thought ... I can’t figure out how to allow people to vote more than once (in case they have more than one kid) and yes it would be interesting to break down Academy vs. Select ages.
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Post by soccernotfootball on May 2, 2018 7:46:34 GMT -5
FYI when trying out for multiple clubs, just from anecdotal observation. Most coaches already have their teams picked. If your kid can go in and make an impression - you can break into the team.
Considering that all the clubs have tryouts on the same dates and times, it's hard to do. Even harder to do if you're thinking of more than 2 clubs. Is one day for an hour and a half to two hours really enough time for your kid to make an impression? For some - yes, they'll be spotted right away. Think of it this way... if a coach already has the team picked out and this new player shows up, your kid has to be good enough to replace one.
If you know your kid will make the team in your old club and are safe - then only tryout there one day (or maybe not at all if you are safe). Use the other days to put in time at the new club the kid is hoping to get in. Also, look at the pre-tryout camps. Talk to the coaches and be frank about your intentions. They can use that camp time for some "scouting" so you'll have a better idea if your kid can break in. There's not a lot of "tryout time", so maximize it if you're ready to move clubs.
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Post by Deleted on May 2, 2018 8:26:19 GMT -5
Current club
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Post by oraclesfriend on May 2, 2018 19:53:36 GMT -5
Not sure yet. Two kids. Waiting on coach projections. Definitely at current club. Considering another club also.
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Post by soccerdaddy on May 2, 2018 20:14:22 GMT -5
DA boys shrinking for U15. I’ll give you a hint at which one it could be, he was not invited to Atlanta United so that narrows it to 2 clubs.
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Post by footy on May 2, 2018 20:38:30 GMT -5
DA boys shrinking for U15. I’ll give you a hint at which one it could be, he was not invited to Atlanta United so that narrows it to 2 clubs. What's your strategy for this? Don't both of the remaining DA teams have tryouts around the same time on the same days? Would you recommend talking to coaching staff for both clubs before tryouts to show interest?
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Post by footy on May 2, 2018 20:44:27 GMT -5
If you know your kid will make the team in your old club and are safe - then only tryout there one day (or maybe not at all if you are safe). Use the other days to put in time at the new club the kid is hoping to get in. Also, look at the pre-tryout camps. Talk to the coaches and be frank about your intentions. They can use that camp time for some "scouting" so you'll have a better idea if your kid can break in. There's not a lot of "tryout time", so maximize it if you're ready to move clubs. That's a great idea about pre-tryout camps. How do you know if your kid is safe at the old club? Maybe it's urban legend, but I've heard of spiteful coaches not taking kids back if they hear the kid is looking somewhere else.
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Post by soccerdaddy on May 2, 2018 20:55:50 GMT -5
DA boys shrinking for U15. I’ll give you a hint at which one it could be, he was not invited to Atlanta United so that narrows it to 2 clubs. What's your strategy for this? Don't both of the remaining DA teams have tryouts around the same time on the same days? Would you recommend talking to coaching staff for both clubs before tryouts to show interest? Yes I recommend talking with your DOC or coach to see about trying for DA (or whatever league) even if it’s at another club. I have found that the DOC’s and Coaches all know each other. Most have great relationships and can be a good influence as long as you are asking for advice (get what I mean). In this pay to play system the Coach will appreciate that you consulted with them first and the ask becomes mutual. On the other hand, if you ever experience any hesitation to mention then don’t, go on your feeling because I know coaches that have bad mouthed players after they left and also punished players for play time and forced them to leave. Hopefully you can have a good conversation with your coach.
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Post by Futsal Gawdess on May 2, 2018 21:06:22 GMT -5
For all my kiddos(mine and my siblings), we found that going to the pre-tryout camps were the best and most accessible ways to get an idea of how your kid will do against some of the best at the club. If I were you, I'd ask parents who are there what level some of the other players are. Ask about the culture of the club and what it's like working with the coaches. Parents tend to be honest and give an assessment that will let you know where and what your kid's chances are. Also, unlike at tryouts when everyone is trying to bend the coaches and leadership ears, here you have a few days to work and figure them out. If it's an experienced coach/director, by the end of the pre-tryout sessions he/she will give you more info wink wink. If not, they will let you know by the first day. This gives your kid a fighting chance of making the team as the coach builds his team prior to the actual tryouts. Another thing that this accomplishes is you get a feel for the parents and if they are click-ish or welcoming. It also give you an idea of some of the players. I've found established teams for girls are hard to break into sometimes because of the potential of mean girls. Not painting everyone with the same brush, just my experiences as a player and a parent.
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Post by Futsal Gawdess on May 2, 2018 21:11:20 GMT -5
If you know your kid will make the team in your old club and are safe - then only tryout there one day (or maybe not at all if you are safe). Use the other days to put in time at the new club the kid is hoping to get in. Also, look at the pre-tryout camps. Talk to the coaches and be frank about your intentions. They can use that camp time for some "scouting" so you'll have a better idea if your kid can break in. There's not a lot of "tryout time", so maximize it if you're ready to move clubs. That's a great idea about pre-tryout camps. How do you know if your kid is safe at the old club? Maybe it's urban legend, but I've heard of spiteful coaches not taking kids back if they hear the kid is looking somewhere else. If your kid is a baller, the coaches check their egos. If you kid is middle of the pack or can easily be replaced, I'd keep the alternate tryouts to myself.
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Post by Futsal Gawdess on May 3, 2018 6:55:33 GMT -5
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Post by soccernotfootball on May 3, 2018 7:12:03 GMT -5
If you know your kid will make the team in your old club and are safe - then only tryout there one day (or maybe not at all if you are safe). Use the other days to put in time at the new club the kid is hoping to get in. Also, look at the pre-tryout camps. Talk to the coaches and be frank about your intentions. They can use that camp time for some "scouting" so you'll have a better idea if your kid can break in. There's not a lot of "tryout time", so maximize it if you're ready to move clubs. That's a great idea about pre-tryout camps. How do you know if your kid is safe at the old club? Maybe it's urban legend, but I've heard of spiteful coaches not taking kids back if they hear the kid is looking somewhere else. If you've been at the club for a bit, you should have an idea of where your kid stands. It also depends on the relationship with the coach. If it's a good one, you can have an honest conversation, and like FG said, they may help you out. But, unfortunately, there are the spiteful ones so just take stock. You should know - or have an idea - of where your kid stands at the club (or where you stand as a parent).
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