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[Updated] Senior Boys 13 and above

Thornhill Soccer Club uses the player assessment and evaluation process to find the right players to form teams that can compete at the highest possible levels. This does not always mean the selection of the best individual players. Skill on the field is a critical factor, but other less quantitative factors are considered, such as attitude, vision, decision-making, work ethic and coachability.

Teams require different players to perform different roles. For example, there are strikers, midfielders, defenders, and goalkeepers. Within each group, you may want one strong/physical player, one speedy player, one player with extreme foot skills, and another who has strong vision and can read the game as it unfolds. In addition, you may want different players to take on the roles of acquisition, distribution, and transportation of the ball.

The purpose of the evaluation/assessment and the evaluators’ job is to incorporate all of these factors and find the right combination of skills, attitudes, and roles to build a competitive team.

What To Wear

Players must be dressed appropriately. They must wear appropriate footwear, and shin guards must be worn under, and completely covered by the sock.

Players must bring a properly inflated ball of the appropriate size for the age group for which they are trying out.  Players must also bring an adequate supply of water.

Each assessment/evaluation consists of three sessions. Players are encouraged to attend all three days as it significantly improves their chances of being selected for a team. In some instances, players may be called back for an additional look. If you cannot make all the days, you must notify the TSC coordinators, who will inform the coaches and evaluators.

Check-In

All players must pre-register for the open trials at https://form.jotform.com/222433662010240. There is no charge for trials.

Year of Birth Date Start Time Location
U13 Boys (2011 Born) Sunday, September 17 9:30 am Saint Robert’s Turf
U13 Boys (2011 Born) Tuesday, September 19 6:00 pm Huntington Park
U13 Boys (2011 Born) Thursday, September 21 6:00 pm Huntington Park
U14 Boys (2010 Born) Sunday, September 17 10:45 am Saint Robert’s Turf
U14 Boys (2010 Born) Wednesday, September 20 7:00 pm Huntington Park
U14 Boys (2010 Born) Thursday, September 21 7:30 pm Huntington Park
U15 Boys (2009 Born) Sunday, September 17 12:00 pm Saint Robert’s Turf
U15 Boys (2009 Born) Monday, September 18 7:15 pm Saint Robert’s Turf
U15 Boys (2009 Born) Saturday, September 23 3:00 pm Saint Robert’s Turf
U16 Boys (2008 Born) Saturday, September 23 12:00 pm Saint Robert’s Turf
U16 Boys (2008 Born) Sunday, September 24 9:30 am Saint Robert’s Turf
U16 Boys – District only (2008 Born) Thursday, September 28 7:30 pm McNicoll Park Turf
U17 Boys (2007 Born) Saturday, September 23 1:30 pm Saint Robert’s Turf
U17 Boys (2007 Born) Sunday, September 24 11:00 am Saint Robert’s Turf
U17 Boys (2007 Born) Monday, September 25 7:30 pm Saint Robert’s Turf
U18 Boys (2006 Born) Monday, September 11 9:00 pm Huntington
U18 Boys (2006 Born) Monday, September 18 9:00 pm Huntington
U18 Boys (2006 Born) Monday, September 25 9:00 pm Huntington

2023-2024 Open Grassroots Assessments

Thornhill Soccer Club uses the player assessment and evaluation process to find the right players to form teams that can compete at the highest possible levels. This does not always mean the selection of the best individual players. Skill on the field is a critical factor, but other less quantitative factors are considered, such as attitude, vision, decision-making, work ethic and coachability.

Teams require different players to perform different roles. For example, there are strikers, midfielders, defenders, and goalkeepers. Within each group, you may want one strong/physical player, one speedy player, one player with extreme foot skills, and another who has strong vision and can read the game as it unfolds. In addition, you may want different players to take on the roles of acquisition, distribution, and transportation of the ball.

The purpose of the evaluation/assessment and the evaluators’ job is to incorporate all of these factors and find the right combination of skills, attitudes, and roles to build a competitive team.

What To Wear

Players must be dressed appropriately. They must wear appropriate footwear, and shin guards must be worn under, and completely covered by, the sock.

Players must bring a properly inflated ball of the appropriate size for the age group for which they are trying out.  Players must also bring an adequate supply of water.

Each assessment/evaluation consists of three sessions. Players are encouraged to attend all three days as it significantly improves their chances of being selected to a team. In some instances, players may be called back for an additional look. If you cannot make all the days, you must notify the TSC coordinators, who will inform the coaches and evaluators.

Check-In

All players must pre-register for the open trials at https://form.jotform.com/222433984961262. There is no charge for trials.

Year Of BirthDateStart TimeLocation
2015/2016 Born for Both Boys and Girls TeamTuesday, September 5th.6:00 pmSt.Roberts Turf
2015/2016 Born for Both Boys and Girls TeamThursday, September 7th.6:00 pmHuntington Park
2015/2016 Born for Both Boys and Girls TeamSunday, September 10th.9:30 amSt.Roberts Turf
2014 Born BoysTuesday, September 5th.7:15 pmSt.Roberts Turf
2014 Born BoysFriday, September 8th.6:00 pmSt.Roberts Turf
2014 Born BoysSunday, September 10th.10:45 amSt.Roberts Turf
2013 Born for Both Boys and Girls TeamsThursday, September 7h.7:15 pmHuntington Park
2013 Born for Both Boys and Girls TeamsFriday, September 8th.6:00 pmSt.Roberts Turf
 2013 Born for Both Boys and Girls TeamsSunday, September 10th.10:45 amSt.Roberts Turf
2012 Born BoysTuesday, September 5th.6:00 pmSt.Roberts Turf
2012 Born BoysThursday, September 7th.6:00 pmHuntington Park
2012 Born BoysSunday, September 10th.9:30 amSt.Roberts Turf

Upcoming End of Recreational Season Festival August 26th.

Dear Soccer Community,

As the end of the season is approaching, we would like to invite all players to our upcoming Recreational Soccer Festival on Saturday, August 26th. The festival will be held at Bayview Reservoir and will include a game, followed by a medallion presentation and a delicious Pizza lunch.

Please note that in addition to the festival, we will also be adding some sessions in September on Sunday mornings to make up for some of the dates missed due to the smoke. We will communicate those dates to you in due time.

We hope to see you all on August 26th for a fun-filled day to celebrate the end of another great season!

Age Group  Start Time Medallion Presentation
U4’s and U5’s (2019 &2018) 10:15 11:20
U6’s and U7’s and 8’s (2017,2016 & 2015) Boys and Girls 10:30 11:35
U9 and U10 Boys and Girls (2014 &2013) 11:30 12:35
U11 and U12 Boys (2012 &2011) 11:30 12:35
U11 and U12 Girls At later Date