COMPETITIVE SOCCER PROGRAM
U8-U14 Comp Soccer Tryouts for Fall 2025/Spring 2026
Christa McAuliffe Park 2400 Merrychase Dr in Cameron Park
Monday, May 12th; Tuesday, May 13th; and Wednesday, May 14th
U9 - U12, 4:15pm - 5:30pm
U13 - U14, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Players only need to attend one day but are welcome to attend all of three days, so please specify which day(s) you will be attending so our coaches can plan accordingly!
(Make up days May 19 and 20)
Competitive Teams and Coaches
U11 Girls 2015 - Gene Groninger, Ashlee Powers, Mike S. - Silver
U12 Boys 2014 - Dennis Karidis - Bronze
U13 Boys 2013 - Brandon Powers, Ashlee Powers - Bronze
U14 Girls 2012 - Paul Rice and Keith Rowe - Silver
U14 Girls 2012 - Neal Clanton and Will Fausel - Bronze
U14 Boys 2012 - John Shebl - Silver
Comp Coordinator: Cory Candelario
Email: cory.candelario@prospector.org
Competitive Coaches Wanted
Prospector Soccer Club is looking for new competitive coaches interested in joining our club, coaching a team, and developing young players. We would be happy to schedule an informational meeting if there are enough interested coaches. Please reach out if you have any questions and would like more information. Below, you will find answers to several common questions.
What are the benefits to coaching? You have the ability to hand-pick and choose the players on your team, you are offered better practice fields (practice days/times are usually granted depending on availability), and you have the opportunity to give back to the community by providing enrichment. New this year, PSC has partnered with The Coaching Manual for coaching education and training sessions. VEO cameras will be provided to record some home games. Comp soccer balls. Goalie Training.
What are the requirements? Suggested Grassroots course relevant for age group and an application must be filled out.
Is there a lot of travel? Travel is usually local playing teams from Sacramento, Folsom and El Dorado Hills but there are some teams we play in Roseville, Yuba City, Chico and Truckee. Not every division and age group has teams in Yuba City, Chico and Truckee.
What is the cost? Cost per a player $230 for fall season only, it is suggested to have a team fee ($200) for at least 2 tournaments throughout the year. Spring is a separate fee ($100-$150). Uniforms are $160-$200.
Please reach out if you have any questions.
Gene Groninger or Cory Candelario
2025 Fall/2026 Spring Comp Age Matrix
| Birth Year | Age Group |
|---|---|
| 2017 | U9 |
| 2016 | U10 |
| 2015 | U11 |
| 2014 | U12 |
| 2013 | U13 |
| 2012 | U14 |
Cost
Registration: $230 once accepted on a comp team.
Uniform kits include a complete home-kit and away-kit, resulting in a higher cost than recreational uniforms. Cost TBD
Additional costs vary from team to team to cover tournament registration, cup registration and advanced training opportunities. These team fees typically range between $300-600 per player for the season. Many teams organize fundraising events or obtain sponsors to help lower these costs.
Comp Questions
Have you thought about signing up your child for comp but have questions.
- Is comp all year around? This depends on the coach. At the very least there would be a fall season and 2 tournaments. After fall some coaches play indoor soccer or futsal during the winter. Spring soccer is also an option.
- Is there a lot of travel? Travel is usually local playing teams from Sacramento, Folsom and ElDorado Hills but there are some teams we play in Roseville, Yuba City, Chico and Truckee. Not every division and age group has teams in Yuba City, Chico and Truckee.
- What is the cost? Cost per a player $230 for fall season only. It is suggested for each team tohave a team fee ($200) for at least 2 tournaments throughout the year. Spring is a separate fee($100-$150). Uniforms are $160-$200, usually good for 2-3 years.
Our comp coaches are motivated and coach simply because they love the game. They are encouraged to become grassroots certified. PSC has partnered with The Coaching Manual for coaching education and training sessions, each coach will have access to this. We are seeking more coaches to fill our competitive side.
Comp Soccer Sponsorship Information
Comp sponsorship form included in the link below.
Competitive Soccer Overview
The Competitive Program is a great opportunity for players to experience a higher level of soccer. Players have the opportunity to take their game to another level, become a better player and simply have fun. Team selection is through a tryout process, which takes place in January, February, or May depending on age group. Teams have a longer training period, typically participate in 4+ tournaments a year and cup play in addition to the fall league season.
Teams
Teams for ages U9 through U19 for boys and girls are offered. Roster sizes grow with age as teams progress from 7v7 play at U9 to 9v9 at U11 and 11v11 at U13 and older. Field and goal sizes also increase with age.
Coaches
While Competitive team head coaches are still volunteers, they are appointed via an application process. The goal is to provide players with training from more experienced and knowledgeable individuals. Some teams chose to additionally enhance training through the use of professional coaches and trainers.
We encourage comp coaches to seek out training via US Soccer U.S. Soccer Learning Center. Coaches can take the introduction course which is free and Grassroots online course (4v4,7v7, 9v9, or 11v11) that are relevant to their age group. The Grassroots courses are 2 hours and $25. The club will reimburse the cost once a certificate of completion is received.
Season
The Competitive Program season typically runs from April through December, but may run longer if teams participate in additional season options such as spring (depending on field availability) or team advance to advanced cup play.
Teams schedule two or three 2-hour practices per week. The summer period provides opportunities to play in weekend tournaments, with regular league play through fall, followed by post-league cup play in November and beyond. The number and location of tournaments entered is up to the individual team (typically 4 or 5), but there are plenty of options within the Sacramento region. Teams do tend to participate in at least one travel tournament requiring overnight stay (for example to the Bay area or Santa Cruz), which is always a memorable experience for the team and may choose to participate in non-CYSA tournament opportunities such as sand soccer and/or small sided options (5v5 or 6v6 soccer).
League games are primarily in the Sacramento region, but the district-playing region extends north to Chico and south to Modesto. Occasionally teams from other districts are approved to participate in our district to enhance playing opportunities for all and travel beyond our district may be required. The 10-game fall league schedule includes 5 home games and 5 away games from late August through mid-November.
Tryout Process
In order to play in the competitive program, players must attend tryouts for their age group. Through a series of drills and games, coaches assess players' abilities to ultimately select a competitive team roster. A second team may be formed depending on the number of players attending tryouts showing suitable ability and the availability of coaches.
