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Travel Team Tryouts Fall 2025

If your child is interested in playing soccer at a more competitive level, you may have heard about travel

soccer.

Travel soccer is a step up from recreational soccer and is designed for players who want to take their

skills to the next level.

Understanding Travel Soccer

If you are looking for a more competitive level of youth soccer, then travel might be the right choice for

your child! Teams are made up of players who have tried out and been selected based on their skills and

abilities. With this said, there may be instances where a child could not make the team.

Travel soccer is different from recreational soccer in that it requires a bigger time commitment and costs

more. Players are expected to attend practices and games regularly and may need to travel to games

and tournaments that are more regional than local. So, instead of playing in your town every Saturday

morning, you may have to travel 30 min. to compete against another town in the state.

Teams are typically more competitive than recreational teams and may participate in higher-level leagues

or tournaments. This can be a great way for players to challenge themselves and improve their game.

It is important to note that travel soccer is not for everyone. It requires a significant time, energy, and

financial commitment from both the player and their family. Before deciding to join a travel soccer team, it

is important to consider your goals, abilities, and personal circumstances to determine if it is the right

choice for you.

Benefits of Travel Soccer

If you’re considering travel soccer for your child, you may be wondering what benefits it can offer. Here

are some of the advantages of playing travel:

Skill Development

One of the main benefits of competitive soccer is that it provides players with the opportunity to develop

their skills more often.

Not always but many travel teams have more experienced coaches who can help players improve their

technique, tactics, and physical fitness. Coaches are still volunteers (not paid) but take it more seriously

than a rec program.

Players are also exposed to a higher level of competition, which can help them develop their skills more

quickly.

Exposure and Opportunities

Travel soccer can provide players with exposure to club soccer coaches and directors.

Players who perform well in these situations may be invited to participate in elite camps or tournaments,

which can further enhance their skills and increase their chances of playing at the next tier in U.S. soccer

which is playing for a local club team.

Teamwork and Social Skills

Sports, in general, can help players develop valuable social and teamwork skills. Players must work

together to achieve their goals and learn to communicate effectively with their teammates. This can help

them develop leadership skills, build confidence, and learn how to work well with others.

In addition, travel soccer often involves traveling to different cities for games and tournaments. This can

provide players with the opportunity to meet new people, hang out with their buddies outside of soccer,

and develop a sense of independence and responsibility.

Requirements for Travel Soccer

Age and Skill Level

Most teams are organized by age group, with teams ranging from U9 to U15. The age group that you will

play in will depend on your birth year. Please note that travel soccer tends to be more popular in the

younger age groups where there are more opportunities. When you get to U14 and older, there are

school teams (middle school and high school) thrown into the mix.

Commitment and Dedication

Travel requires more commitment of time and effort than a rec program. Players are usually expected to

attend multiple (2) practices per week, as well as weekend games (2) and tournaments.

Additionally, players are expected to maintain a certain level of fitness and conditioning outside of

practice. If you are considering joining a team, it is important to be prepared to make this level of

commitment.

How to Get Started in Travel Soccer

You will need to register your child for tryouts on our website, www.windsorsoccer.org. A tryout will be held at

Northwest Park on Tuesday June 24th from 5:45-7:00 on the main fields. Boys and girls will be trying out for the

U9 (Under 9 years old) through U13 teams.

Tryouts and Selection Process

Most teams hold tryouts to select players for their teams. These tryouts give coaches a chance to evaluate

Registration closes on 06/25/2025 at 12:00 AM
Season Dates: 09/01/2025 to 11/09/2025

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