Vail Valley Soccer Club

Based on our Mission Statement of being a competitive club, we field our teams upon three different scenarios, which are determined by the number of players making a team (or teams) at tryouts each spring. If we only manage to field one team for each age group, scenario “A” will take precedence.

A: We register our teams with Colorado Youth Soccer and play one season of 18 games with a one-year commitment in Fall and Spring.

B: We register our teams with Western Slope League playing at least one of two seasons - Fall and/or Spring.

C:  We commit our teams to play other middle school children in our state when school is in session.

Q. How long has the club been around?
A. VVSC began in 1989 as a result from efforts of a group of local parents with a desire to bring soccer to the Vail Valley. Due to the growth of population in Eagle County, VVSC grew from 4 recreational teams to 12 teams in 1994. In 1995, the competitive division was created.
 

Q. Where are home games played?
A. Currently, home games are played at the following field locations: Freedom Park, Eagle Charter School
 

Q. How young do kids start?
A. Kids can start at the age of 10 and play until the age of 18.
 

Q. Which leagues are available for competition?
A. Colorado Youth Soccer League and Western Slope State League
 

Q. How long are the seasons?
A. We play all year round with tryouts in May. Games are played  last August to end of October and Mid-March until May. Teams also participate in tournaments during the fall and spring.
 

Q. How many times per week do teams practice?
A. In general, teams practice three times per week. Information will be provided by each team regarding their practice schedule.
 

Q. Where do teams practice?
A. Freedom Park, June Creek Elementary School and Eagle County Charter School. Practice time and location are recommended by the coach and manager.
 

Q. What’s involved with becoming a member?
A. There is a tryout process for select teams. Coaches of the respective teams conduct these sessions to find the players who are best suited to their teams. Details about the player (previous/current soccer experience) will be very helpful.
 

Q. How much does it cost to become a member?
A. Fees range from $325-$585 

Q. How are payments made to cover the fees for the year?
A. We offer a payment plan if needed.
 

Q. Is financial support available?
A. Financial support is available to families most in need and are geared primarily towards the club registration fees.
 

Q. Where can the registration forms be found?
A. Registration available on our website; http://www.vailsoccer.com

Q. When and where are tryouts?
A. Tryouts for each soccer year are in May. Specific details including dates, times and location for each age group can be found on our website.
 

Q. What should be taken to the tryouts?
A. You should bring a ball, water bottle, shin guards and soccer cleats. You will need to bring a parent or guardian to sign in.
 

Q. How many tryout sessions are there and how many should the players attend?
A. There is one session per age group and gender. There will be an additional date to accommodate those who had conflicts and could not attend their scheduled session.
 

Q. Are there any opportunities to join a team after tryouts are conducted?
A. There are opportunities to join a team if you miss the tryouts, but it would depend on availability of roster spots for the respective teams.
 

Q. How long does it take to receive the results from the tryouts?
A. Everyone should be notified within 72 hours of the last session for that age group.
 

Q. If the family is not notified within 72 hours, what is the next step?
A. Some age groups are larger than others and may take longer to confirm the team selection. Please contact us at: registrar@vailsoccer.com for more information about the results of specific age group tryouts.
 

Q. Is information on upcoming events or activities available to the public?
A. Yes, please visit our website. http://www.vailsoccer.com/