2026-2027 MLS Next Tryouts
We are excited to announce that registration for our 2026–2027 MLS Next identification sessions.
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All players will try out within their correct school year age group based on the following birth-year bands for next season:
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U19: 8/1/2007 – 7/31/2009
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U17: 8/1/2009 – 7/31/2010
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U16: 8/1/2010 – 7/31/2011
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U15: 8/1/2011 – 7/31/2012
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U14: 8/1/2012 – 7/31/2013
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U13: 8/1/2013 – 7/31/2014
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All tryouts will take place at Cornelius Road Park.
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TRYOUT SCHEDULE
Senior Boys (Round 1)
Monday
March 2
5:30–7:00 PM
Rising U15 Boys (2011–2012)
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7:00–8:30 PM
Rising U17 Boys (2009–2010)
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Tuesday
March 3
5:30–7:00 PM
Rising U16 Boys (2010–2011)
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7:30–9:00 PM
Rising U19 Boys (2007–2009)
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Senior Boys (Round 2)
Monday
March 16
5:30–7:00 PM
Rising U15 Boys (2011–2012)
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7:00–8:30 PM
Rising U17 Boys (2009–2010)
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Tuesday
March 17
5:30–7:00 PM
Rising U15 Boys (2011–2012)
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7:30–9:00 PM
Rising U17 Boys (2009–2010)
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Rising U13-U14 (Round 1)
Tuesday
March 24
5:30–7:00 PM
Rising U13 Boys (2013–2014)
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7:00–8:30 PM
Rising U14 Boys (2012–2013)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Fox Soccer Academy tryouts cost?
Our tryouts are FREE.
Who is eligible to try out?
All players, boys and girls, born in 2007 through 2018 are eligible to try out. This includes players who are currently registered with ECNL, DPL, NPL, MLS Next, and USYS (NCYSA, SCSYA, Elite 64). There are no restrictions on who can try out.
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How much is the 2025-2026 tuition at Fox Soccer Academy?
Listed below is the tuition schedule for 2025-2026. This is all inclusive except for uniforms. There are no additional team fees for referee fees, tournament registrations, coaches’ travel, etc. Payment plans (6 month and 10 month) and financial aid are available.
U13 – U19 | $3340
U11 – U12 | $2270
U9 – U10 | $1190
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I see there are multiple tryout dates offered. Does it matter which session my player attends?
Players can attend any tryout session offered. However, players may be offered positions after the first tryout. To maximize your players’ opportunities and exposure, we strongly recommend attending ALL tryout sessions.
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Will all players receive an offer or decline after the first tryout?
Some players may receive invitations to join the Academy after the first session, while many will not. The tryout process will span across several weeks in many cases. Players will not receive declines until after the final session
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