NORTH SUBURBAN SOCCER

2025 - 2026 TRYOUTS

At NSSA, we’re committed to developing elite soccer players and confident young leaders. As one of the premier clubs in the Twin Cities, we offer high-level training, intentional development pathways, and top-tier competition for boys and girls of all skill levels.


Our teams compete in TCSL League, ECNL-RL Twin Cities League, National League(NL), and National Premier League (NPL)—offering top competition and unmatched development opportunities.  Whether you're starting out or chasing the next level, there's a place for you at NSSA.

Join the standard of excellence. Register now for tryouts.

AGE GROUP BIRTH YEAR TRY-OUT DATES RAIN DATE LOCATION
U7 - U12 2019 - 2014 JULY 14 - 16 JULY 17 UNIVERSITY OF NORTHWESTERN - ST. PAUL
U13 - U19 2013 - 2007 JULY 20 - 23 JULY 24 UNIVERSITY OF NORTHWESTERN - ST. PAUL

PLEASE NOTE: SOME TRYOUT DATES HAVE BEEN UPDATED TO ALIGN WITH THE NEW STATEWIDE UNIVERSAL TRYOUT WINDOW SET BY TCSL FOR ALL MEMBER CLUBS.

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2025 - 2026 SCHEDULE

GIRLS

  • 2019 / U7


  • 2018 / U8


  • 2017 / U9


  • 2016 / U10


  • 2015 / U11


  • 2014 / U12


  • 2013 / U13


  • 2012 / U14


  • 2011 / U15


  • 2010 / U16


  • 2009 / U17


  • 2007 / U19


BOYS

  • 2019 / U7


  • 2018 / U8


  • 2017 / U9


  • 2016 / U10


  • 2015 / U11


  • 2014 / U12


  • 2013 / U13


  • 2012 / U14


  • 2011 / U15


  • 2010 / U16


  • 2009 / U17


  • 2007 / U19


REGISTRATION FEE: $45



LOCATIONS:

University of Northwestern - St. Paul

3003 Snelling Ave N, Roseville, MN 55113

GOALKEEPER TRY-OUTS

Goalkeeper Try-outs will be incorporated during the try-out time specified for each age group.



MISSING TRYOUTS?

To be eligible for a team, please register for tryouts.  Once you have registered, email Brady.Hicks@nssasoccer.org with a note indicating that you will be unable to attend along with your birth year and current team (if applicable).

2024- 2025 SEASON TRYOUTS ARE NOW CLOSED.  PLEASE REACH OUT TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, BRADY HICKS TO INQUIRE ON TEAM PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITIES.

CONTACT BRADY HICKS

TEAM DESIGNATIONS

NSSA provides two tiers of competitive soccer: Select and Academy. Within each tier, there may be multiple teams — each comprised of players on similar developmental skill levels. Team levels are listed in order of developmental level (highest to lowest); however, players have the ability to train with more advanced teams and may be asked to "play up" in games.

SELECT (DEVELOPMENTAL)

Select teams require a yearly commitment; however the program typically requires minimal travel outside the metro and less rigorous schedule.



ACADEMY (ADVANCED)

Academy teams train or play games 3-4 times per week, are more likely to compete in regional or national tournaments, and can expect to receive additional technical/tactical coaching and supplementary training (film study, agility, etc.).


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • What is the Competitive Season Calendar?

    Tryouts in Summer 2024 will be for team placement for the full year including (2024 Fall Competitive Season, 24-25 Winter Training (and leagues) and 2025 Spring/Summer Competitive Season.  This will include league play in September and October, indoor training November - April and league play May through July. Once your player is placed on a team in August, the commitment is for the 2024-2025 season. 

  • What should I do if I'm unable to attend tryouts?

    Players unable to attend tryouts must still complete and pay for Tryout Registration to indicate that they wish to petition for a roster spot. Details about Missing Tryouts will be found within the registration including, what dates player is missing and why. 


    A position on a specific team is not guaranteed. However, the Director of Coaching will be notified that even though your child was not at tryouts they are still interested in playing for NSSA. Players will be placed on a team based on their ability level. 


  • Do I need to attend tryouts on both scheduled days?

    Players are strongly encouraged to attend both days of tryouts. If player is unable to attend 1 day, please complete the Missing Tryouts Portion of the Registration including which day will be missed and the reason for missing.

  • Can I tryout for a team that's an age level older?

    Any player currently playing outside of their current birth year who would like to be considered for a different birth year should coordinate a try-out plan with the Director of Coaching.  Most players are still required to try-out with their actual birth year both days.

  • What do I need to bring to tryouts?

    Players should bring shin guards, cleats and plenty of water. A tryout shirt is included in the tryout fee and must be worn to both sessions. 

  • When will I be notified of team placement?

    Notification of placement for teams will be made approximately 48 hours after the final tryout date for a given birth year. An email invitation including team plans and approximate fees will also go out to each team.

  • What leagues do NSSA teams participate in?

    Our teams participate in both Twin Cities Soccer League (TCSL) and National Premier League (NPL).  The league a team is placed in is based on the following criteria: competitive level and geography of opponents.

  • What if my U8 - U14 player has other fall activities?

    NSSA’s teams are formed after tryouts and include a Fall Season for U8-U14 teams. Fall league play is a limited season with 6 league games primarily falling on weekends. 


    We recognize that some players cannot commit fully to the fall season because of other activities.  The expectation for fall is to communicate very early with the coach and manager about games or practices you will miss and to make as many as you can. In the event of short rosters, teams can seek play-­‐ups to ensure an adequate bench of players. NSSA reserves the right to restructure teams based on specific team needs for fall only if rosters need balancing.


    PLEASE NOTE: this will not affect U15 – U18 players as TCSL do not offer Fall league play for these ages.


  • How do I accept my team placement & what is required to register?

    The 2024-2025 Competitive Season Registration will open after tryouts have been completed and team invitations are made. Players have 48 hours to respond and register to reserve a team roster slot for your child via the NSSA site using PlayMetrics. Please note, after 48 hours NSSA reserves the right to offer the roster spot to another player. If you delay registration, the spot may no longer be available.)

      

    IMPORTANT NSSA requires an initial payment of $250 that represents a commitment to the club and to the team for the full year. This payment binds the player to NSSA for the 2024-2025 season.  This payment is non-­‐refundable and financial assistance cannot be applied.  

  • Why so I need to pay an initial fee when accepting my player's roster invitation on a team?

    In order to accept your player’s roster invitation on a team, NSSA requires an initial payment for the 2024-2025 season. Historically, “verbal commitments” after tryout dates have not always resulted in paid registrations so many teams were left with short rosters. Under this system, teams will have their rosters confirmed and in place much earlier.  This also makes planning for events such as winter training and league play much more predictable for the club, coaches and managers.


  • Does NSSA offer a payment plan?

    NSSA provides a payment plan through our web platform. If you choose, the total fee (less the initial commitment fee) can be divided into eight even payments from September through April. Full payment of club and team fees are required in order for the player to be eligible to participate in league play.  The club holds the right to hold a player pass in the event of late payments.


  • Does NSSA offer Financial Aid?

    The NSSA Financial Assistance Policy is available. Application for assistance must be submitted and approved prior to registration.