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Frequently Asked Questions
Tryouts: How does the tryout work?
Each age group will tryout together to determine the 2010/2011 teams. The players will be judged on many factors relating to the game of soccer such as ball skilll, positioning, speed, knowledge of the game, teamwork, attitude, and effort. It is not just about scoring goals. Once the tryout is done, the players are ranked according to the independent trainers' evaluation. This is reviewed along with the Coach evaluations and the trainer evaluations from the past season to determine the final teams.
Tryouts: 2010/2011 Age Brackets
U8 - Birthdate falls between 8/1/2002 and 7/31/2003
U9 - Birthdate falls between 8/1/2001 and 7/31/2002
U10 - Birthdate falls between 8/1/2000 and 7/31/2001
U11 - Birthdate falls between 8/1/1999 and 7/31/2000
U12 - Birthdate falls between 8/1/1998 and 7/31/1999
U13 - Birthdate falls between 8/1/1997 and 7/31/1998
U14 - Birthdate falls between 8/1/1996 and 7/31/1997
Tryouts: What should my son/daughter do in tryouts?
Your son/daughter should try their best to show the trainers that they have ball skill, understand the role of the different positions they may paly, maintain a positive attitude, hustle all the time and be a team players. They should give 100% on the field.
Tryouts: Why is my child moved around to different fields?
At certain times throughout the tryouts, players are moved to different fields and back. This is done to compare skill leves of each players in different groups.
Tryouts: How are the players chosen for each team?
Each player will be ranked by the trainers after they have come to a consensus. The rankings begin at 1 and continues down. Teams will be decided upon based on overall attendance. If there are enough players to make more than one team, two teams will be created.
Tryouts: What should by child wear/bring to tryouts?
To help make the tryouts objective, club uniforms or other club related apparel should not be worn. Players should wear t-shirts and shorts. Wear shin guards, cleats and bring an age-appropriate soccer ball plus 1-2 bottles of water.
Tryouts: When will I be notified if my son/daughter has made Hotspurs?
Notification will go out on the same day for all teams. All players will be contacted by the coach at that age level to inform them if they have or have not made the team. This season, calls will be made June 21st, unless there is still a game to be played. In that case, calls for that division will be made once the season complete. Fees will be billed out immediately and are due by July 10th.
Tryouts: What is the cost to become a member of Hotspurs?
The current cost to become a member of Hotspur FC for the 2009/2010 season is $350 for the entire Fall and Spring seasons. This does not include uniforms, tournaments, summer or winter leagues. There is a reduced rate for the second, third and fourth child in a family who have players currently playing Hotspurs. The fee for the 2010/2011 season has not been determined; however, any increase is expected to be nominal.
Tryouts: When does the season begin and end?
The Fall season begins around Labor Day and end before Thanksgiving. The Spring season begins in late March and ends in the middle of June.
Tryouts: How many practices a week?
Practices are conducted twice a week. One practice takes place with a professional trainer and the other practice is considered the coach's practice. Games are scheduled for the weekends.
Tryouts: How can I volunteer to help?
The Hotspur FC is a 100% voluneteer non for profit organization. If you are interested in helping, please check out the website and call a member of the board to find out how you can become involved with the club.
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