AA Player Tryout Instructions

2026–2027 Season • Please read all instructions before attending NUCS AA tryouts.

Please only attend AA tryouts if your player intends to play for NUCS AA and is not planning to accept a roster spot with another club.

Tryout Schedule

Location: Mountain Ridge Jr. High — Inside Track

Dates: Tuesday, May 19, 2026 and Thursday, May 21, 2026

Age Group Birth Date Range Tryout Date Time
U11 Aug 1, 2015 – Jul 31, 2016 Tuesday, May 19 5:00–6:00 PM
U10 Aug 1, 2016 – Jul 31, 2017 Tuesday, May 19 6:00–7:00 PM
U9 Aug 1, 2017 – Jul 31, 2018 Tuesday, May 19 7:00–8:00 PM
U12 Aug 1, 2014 – Jul 31, 2015 Thursday, May 21 5:00–6:00 PM
U13 Aug 1, 2013 – Jul 31, 2014 Thursday, May 21 6:00–7:00 PM
U14 & High School Aug 1, 2007 – Jul 31, 2013 Thursday, May 21 7:00–8:00 PM

Before You Come

1. Pre-Register

Players must pre-register before attending tryouts. Please complete registration at least 3 hours before your scheduled tryout time.

Player Pre-Registration

2. Attend Correct Age Group

Age groups now follow the August 1 – July 31 cutoff. Use the chart above when choosing your tryout time.

3. Arrive Ready

Arrive 10 minutes early. Wear shin guards and cleats. Bring water and a labeled soccer ball.

Important Tryout Rules

Please do not participate in tryouts if:

  • You are already on an AA team for the 2026–2027 season.
  • You have verbally committed to a coach or team.
  • You are planning to accept a roster spot with another club.

If you arrive and meet one of these conditions, please notify staff so we can remove your player from the tryout list.

What to Expect at Tryouts

  1. Check in at the registration table.
  2. Confirm your player and parent contact information.
  3. Receive a numbered jersey or tryout identifier.
  4. Receive a colored armband showing your city area.
  5. Players will participate in skill stations or small-sided games.
  6. Trainers run the drills so coaches can observe players.
  7. Return any numbered jersey before leaving.
  8. Coaches meet after tryouts and form teams through a draft-style process.

City Armband Colors

Red

Cedar Hills / Highland / Alpine

Blue

American Fork / Pleasant Grove

Orange

East Lehi / Traverse Mountain / East of I-15

Green

West Lehi / Eagle Mountain / Saratoga Springs

When Will I Hear Back?

  • Initial offers may happen within a few days.
  • Additional placements may continue over 1–3 weeks.
  • If your player is not selected, please register for Challenger.
  • If your player is later placed on an AA team, Challenger fees will transfer 100% to AA.

What is AA / District Competition?

AA, also called District Competition, is NUCS’s first level of competition soccer. It is a step above Challenger/Recreation while still staying local, affordable, and flexible for families.

  • Fall season: 7–8 games
  • Spring season: 6–7 games plus tournament
  • Usually 1–2 games per week during the season
  • Usually 1–2 practices per week
  • Most games are local or within the district area
  • Volunteer coaches help keep costs lower than full club soccer

Cost Estimate

AA fees vary by age group because field size, referee costs, and game format change as players get older.

  • U9/U10: $195 per season
  • U11/U12: $225 per season
  • U13/U14: $225 per season
  • U15/U16: $233 per season
  • U17/U18: $240 per season

Teams may also choose optional add-ons such as uniforms, tournaments, or professional training.

Questions?

If you are not contacted after tryouts or need help with placement, email the league and include your player’s name, age group, jersey number, and city color.

Email: [email protected]