Tryout Information

Tryouts are held annually, typically during the last full week of July, at Sweden Town Park in Brockport, NY. Specific dates, times, and field assignments will be announced in advance. Tryouts are open to all players regardless of experience — you do not need to be a Brockport, Clarkson or Hamlin resident to participate – we’d love to have you no matter where you call home! If your child loves soccer and wants to improve, we encourage them to come out.

Tryout Fees

There is a $25 non-refundable tryout/insurance fee due at registration. The good news: this $25 fee will be applied directly toward your annual dues if your child makes a team. Your season cost of $400 will be credited for that amount at the time of registration.

What should I bring?

Players should bring:

  • Cleats and shin guards (required)
  • Age-appropriate soccer ball
  • Water bottle
  • Weather-appropriate clothing — we play through rain

Tryout Process

Each player is evaluated by club coaches across small-sided games and skill activities. Coaches assess technical ability, soccer IQ, attitude, and coachability.

  • Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled time to check in
  • Team invitations are sent within one week after the final tryout date

During tryouts, coaches and evaluators score players across multiple sessions. Final rosters are decided by the coaching staff in the week following tryouts, with notifications going out to families shortly after.

Age Groups

Age group placement is determined by US Soccer's Age Matrix, which aligns to the school year. For the 2026-2027 season, please note that US Soccer reverted to school-year-based age groups — your players age group may have changed from prior seasons, however that does not mean they will play with a new team. Existing Brockport teams will be “grandfathered” in based on the goal of keeping teams as intact as possible from prior years, assuming no negative effects on team formation. The youngest ages potentially may see some adjustments.

Age Group   Birth Date Range
U8 Aug 1, 2018 – Jul 31, 2019
U9 Aug 1, 2017 – Jul 31, 2018
U10 Aug 1, 2016 – Jul 31, 2017
U11 Aug 1, 2015 – Jul 31, 2016
U12 Aug 1, 2014 – Jul 31, 2015
U13 Aug 1, 2013 – Jul 31, 2014
U14 Aug 1, 2012 – Jul 31, 2013
U15 Aug 1, 2011 – Jul 31, 2012
U16 Aug 1, 2010 – Jul 31, 2011
U17-18 Aug 1, 2008 – Jul 31, 2010

* Age group definitions are established annually and may change from year to year. Always verify at rdysl.com/agematrix.htm.