TCSL Reps Embraces a "Club First" Approach. The program operates during cold-weather months prior to the main club soccer season to conflict as minimally as possible with club schedules. If there is a conflict, players should seek approval from their team coach and/or club director.
| Day 1 | Day 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 Boys | 9/21 6:00-7:30pm | 9/22 7:30-9:00pm |
| 2013 Boys | 9/21 7:30-9:00pm | 9/22 6:00-7:30pm |
| 2014 Girls | 9/23 6:00-7:30pm | 9/24 7:30-9:00pm |
| 2013 Girls | 9/23 7:30-9:00pm | 9/24 6:00-7:30pm |
| 2012 Boys | 11/4 6:00-7:30pm | 11/5 7:30-9:00pm |
| 2012 Girls | 11/4 7:30-9:00pm | 11/5 6:00-7:30pm |
Players must play for a TCSL club in a TCSL-sanctioned league such as ECNL RL, N1, or other TCSL level.
Birth years: 2012, 2013 and 2014. No play ups.
Following trials, all 2014 & 2013 players will receive one of the following notifications:
Selected for Midwest Select Games & Winter Development Training Program – These top 20 players will be invited to travel to an out-of-state event, the Midwest Select Games, Oct. 31-Nov. 1 . They will also participate in the Winter Development Training Program, consisting of 5 training sessions and 4 local games in January and February.
Selected for Winter Development Training Program – Approximately 6-10 additional players who will participate in the Winter Development Training Program, consisting of 5 training sessions and 4 local games in January and February. These players are also the first to be called up should a Midwest Select Games player be unavailable for the event.
Not Selected – While not selected, these players may still be offered the opportunity to participate at a later date in the case of player injuries, drops, etc.
Following trials, all 2012 players will receive one of the following notifications:
Selected for Winter Development Training Program – These top 26-30 players will participate in the Winter Development Training Program, consisting of 5 training sessions and 5 local games from December-February. The selection for the Phoenix Cup roster will come from this group (see Phoenix Cup Note below).
Not Selected – While not selected, these players may still be offered the opportunity to participate at a later date in the case of player injuries, drops, etc.
Phoenix Cup Note: Based on the results of trials and from analyzing performance in the first two games and first training session of the Winter Development Training Program, the top 20 players from within the group will be named on January 11th and selected for the Phoenix Cup Roster.
2014 (13U) and 2013 (14U) players will attend trials in September. Players selected for the Midwest Select Games will train leading up to the event (matches against Iowa, Illinois, and Ohio), and will continue with the Winter Development Training Program (training and local matches) in January and February. Winter Development Training Program players will participate in these same trainings and local matches in January and February with the Midwest Select Games players.
2011 (15U) players will attend trials in November (after high school soccer concludes). The top 26-30 players will be selected for the Winter Development Training Program, and will have a series of trainings and local matches in December- February. From this Winter Development Training Program group, the top 20 players will be determined based on trials results and their performance at the first two games and first training. These top 20 players will be announced on January 11 and will be invited to the Phoenix Cup in March.
Specific age group schedules/calendars available above.
Rep as in “Representative”
Reps represent their team, club and league as a recognized talent.
Reps should develop into leaders and role models for other players.
Reps will always show respect to all.
Reps will always give their maximum effort both on and off the field.
Reps, to “Represent”
Be recognized for your effort and talent-Standout.
Become a leader-Excel.
Leave your comfort zone-Growth.
Train and compete with and against other high-level players-Develop.
Rep-resent- Take pride in Representing your team, club and league-Honor.
Be prepared: Eat healthy, sleep regular hours, be punctual.
Compete: Put in maximum effort every time you arrive at the pitch.
Respect: Respect the sport, teammates, opponents, officials, coaches and parents.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes. TCSL Reps fees cover the cost of administering the program (facilities, coaching, travel, kit, etc.).
Yes. Our goal is to identify and provide opportunities for the TCSL’s most talented players, regardless of financial situation.
We will collaborate with club leaders to be as non-conflicting as possible and also control the relevant league schedules to not conflict/clash with league matches. This program will be highly supplementary.
We plan to only use high-quality facilities, and turf, if possible. We will, as much as possible, rotate events around the metro to ensure geographic diversity and ensuring that clubs get a chance to host events, should they desire.
