FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: How many players will be selected for a team roster?
A: 18 maximum
Q: Can my player register for the Final Tryouts?
A: Yes, only after an invitation to register is received. Tryouts are invitation-based and not open for registration.
Q: How can my player be selected for the Final Tryouts?
A: Detroit City FC Youth Clubs (City, Downriver, Huron Valley, Genesee, North, South Oakland, and West) will be hosting ID Center Events to assist with the decision-making in recommending players. You must register with your club’s ID Center Event and attend in order to be eligible for recommendation for Final Tryouts
Q: How will we know if my player is selected for the Final Tryouts?
A: Detroit City FC will send an email to players who have been selected to attend Final Tryouts by Friday, November 21st
Q: How do I know if my player has been invited to roster position after the Final Tryouts?
A: Detroit City FC will be contacting all players at the conclusion of the Final Tryout who will be invited to register to fill a roster position
Q: When are final roster selections being made?
A: Teams will be selected by Friday, December 5th. Roster positions are offered FIRST. Alternate positions are offered SECOND. Wait list positions are notified THIRD.
Q: Does my player have to play for a Detroit City FC youth club in order to be eligible for the Academy?
A: Yes. Players must be currently registered with a Detroit City FC youth club in order to be eligible for the Academy program.
Q: What is the training schedule?
A: Friday evenings beginning December 12th. No Training December 26th. The last training is Friday, February 6th.
Q: What is the competition?
A: Disney President’s Day Soccer Tournament
Q: When is the competition?
A: February 13-16
Q: Where is the competition?
A: ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Orlando, FL
Q: Do families have to book their own travel?
A: Yes. For players who are selected to the teams, families will be responsible for travel and lodging costs for their competition weekend in Orlando, FL. The competition is a “stay-to-play.” Detroit City FC will work with the competition directors on discounted rates for hotels and will be happy to help facilitate shared transportation options for those who may need assistance.
