2012 ODP General Information
The ODP tryouts offer you the opportunity to showcase your talent in a unique environment designed to allow the top players in South Texas to “show their stuff.” All spots on the ODP state team pools are up for grabs and the coaching staff will be looking to select the players who perform the best on your try out date. From these tryouts a pool of players will be selected in each age group to train together on selected dates over the course of the spring to determine who will be invited to compete at Region III events during the summer. For more information on the ODP Program (http://www.usyouthsoccer.org/programs/OlympicDevelopmentProgram.asp)
How are Players Selected?
Players are selected on the basis of open tryouts. These tryouts are conducted by state association coaches who are recognized for their ability to identify and train players with superior skills. Some state associations combine scouting techniques and invitations to certain players with the open tryouts. Selection of these players is not an easy task. The state association head coach or State Coach will, in most cases, be assisted in the selection process by several other qualified coaches from the club or league level. Players are evaluated on the four components that make up a soccer player:
1. Technique
2. Tactics
3. Fitness and Athletic Ability
4. Psychological Component (attitude)
What is a Pool?
Players will be selected to a “pool” during the try-out process. A pool is the term used to define the group of players selected during the try-outs. A pool can range in size between 25 and 65 players depending upon the age group and the ability of the players within that age group. From the pool, the top players will be selected according to their performance in subsequent training session, to attend Region III camp.
What is the focus of ODP?
· ODP is an exclusive program for Elite players
· ODP focuses on the individual player’s success not upon team success.
· A group of college coaches and club coaches will evaluate and determine the top players
· All players will be selected during the open try outs
What are the Benefits of Participating in ODP?
· Development as a player via training and playing with the best players in your own age group
· Quality instruction from nationally licensed coaches
· Quality competition through games against other state association ODP, Regional and National Teams, and international teams
· Exposure to National and Regional Team coaches
· The opportunity to represent one’s state, region or country in competition
· High-level exposure to college coaches
· The opportunity to compete for Regional and National Championships
· The chance to see the world. US Youth Regional ODP teams have traveled to any number of places, both domestically and internationally
What does the $150 dollar fee cover?
· Try outs
o National, Regional and State coaching staff and location
o Administrative Staff
o Try out kit
· If selected:
o 8 training sessions
o National, Regional and State Coaches
o Participation of Texas Friendlies
o The opportunity to be identified to Regional or National Teams
What to bring to try-out
· Ball
· Water
· Proper soccer gear
· Shin guards
· Cleats or turf shoes
· Cold weather and rain gear in case of inclement weather
· No Club apparel will be allowed during try-outs
ODP Calendar & Information Sheet
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2012 Try Outs
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LOCATION:
Culebra Creek Soccer Complex
7440 FM 1560, San Antonio, TX 78254
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Saturday, January 7th
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98 & 99 Girls
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CCSC
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10-12 Noon & 3-5 pm
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Sunday, January 8th
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98 & 99 Boys
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CCSC
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10-12 Noon & 3-5 pm
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Sunday, January 22nd
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95, 96 & 97 Girls
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CCSC
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10-12 Noon & 3-5 pm
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96 & 97 Boys
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CCSC
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10-12 Noon & 3-5 pm
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2011 ODP Try Outs
Total Number Coaches Evaluating = 40
College Coaches = 10
Clubs Represented = 21
DOC/DOT’s = 13
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ODP Calendar & Information Sheet
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Pool Training
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LOCATION:
Culebra Creek Soccer Complex
7440 FM 1560, San Antonio, TX 78254
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Saturday, January 21nd
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98 & 99 Girls
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CCSC
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10-12 Noon & 3-5 pm
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(Pool Training or Try Out Rain Date)
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98 & 99 Boys
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CCSC
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10-12 Noon & 3-5 pm
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Saturday, January 28th
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98 & 99 Girls
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CCSC
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10-12 Noon & 3-5 pm
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98 & 99 Boys
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CCSC
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10-12 Noon & 3-5 pm
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Sunday, January 29th
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95, 96, & 97 Girls
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CCSC
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10-12 Noon & 3-5 pm
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96 & 97 Boys
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CCSC
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10-12 Noon & 3-5 pm
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South Texas ODP Friendlies
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LOCATION:
Culebra Creek Soccer Complex
7440 FM 1560, San Antonio, TX 78254
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Sat/Sun, Feb 11 & 12th
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98 & 99
(Plus selected 2000’s) Boys & Girls
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CCSC
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CCSC
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Pool Training
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LOCATION:
Culebra Creek Soccer Complex
7440 FM 1560, San Antonio, TX 78254
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Saturday, March 17th*
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98 & 99 Girls
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CCSC
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10-12 Noon & 3-5 pm
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98 & 99 Boys
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CCSC
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10-12 Noon & 3-5 pm
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*Selections for the final groups (groups will range from 15-36players) will be made after these sessions
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98 & 99/00 Boys-
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Players selected will go to University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa AL
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98 & 99/00 Girls-
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Players selected will go to University of Montevallo, Montevallo AL
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Sunday, March 18th*
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95, 96 & 97 Girls
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CCSC
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10-12 Noon & 3-5 pm
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96 & 97 Boys
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CCSC
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10-12 Noon & 3-5 pm
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*Selections for the final groups (groups will range from 1-22players) will be made after these sessions
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96 & 97 Boys -
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Players selected will go to University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa AL
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95, 96 & 97 Girls -
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Players selected will go to University of Montevallo, Montevallo AL
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March 28th --
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Final selections for 95, 96, 97, 98 & 99 Girls are posted on website
Final selections for 96, 97, 98 & 99 Boys are posted on website
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ODP Calendar & Information Sheet
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April 13th --
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ODP Invitation acceptance deadline
All selected players (95, 96, 97, 98 & 99 Girls & 96, 97, 98 & 99 Boys listed on website) must contact the state office to accept the invitation to attend the Region III Camp
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Application for Financial Aid
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April 30th --
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Final payment for all players going to Region III Camp is due
(95, 96, 97, 98 & 99 Girls & 96, 97, 98 & 99 Boys).
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Pool Training
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LOCATION:
Culebra Creek Soccer Complex
7440 FM 1560, San Antonio, TX 78254
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Saturday, June 16th
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98 & 99 Girls
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CCSC
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10-12 Noon & 3-5 pm
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98 & 99 Boys
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CCSC
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10-12 Noon & 3-5 pm
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95,96 & 97 Girls
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CCSC
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10-12 Noon & 3-5 pm
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96 & 97 Boys
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CCSC
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10-12 Noon & 3-5 pm
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Region III Camp
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June 30- July 3
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99 Girls
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Univ of Montevallo
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Montevallo, AL
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July 6-10
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95 & 98 Girls
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Univ of Montevallo
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Montevallo, AL
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July 12-16
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96 & 97 Girls
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Univ of Montevallo
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Montevallo, AL
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July 8-12
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96, 97 & 98 Boys
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University of Alabama
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Tuscaloosa, AL
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July 12-15
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96, 97 & 98 Boys (Holdovers)
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University of Alabama
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Tuscaloosa, AL
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July 13-17
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95 & 99 Boys
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University of Alabama
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Tuscaloosa, AL
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Additional information regarding ODP can be found on the STYSA website at:
www.STXSOCCER.org
