Nitros Select 2023 Outdoor Program

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Outdoor Program Overview

The Outdoor Select Program is offered to players ages U9-U12 (born from 2011 - 2014) looking to continue their development in soccer in a more structured environment. The Select Program looks to help bridge the gap between NT’s Recreational House League and Development programs while giving players a more structured environment with a pathway to further development.

The Select Program does not play in weekly league games as we try to accommodate for players that go away to camps and vacations during the Summer months (July and August). Instead of league games the Select teams play in Festivals during the months of May, June and September, which are preset for the season before registration.

Exhibition games will also be arranged to give more playing opportunities as well as inter-squad matches during the months of July and August. Festival and exhibition game information can be found further down the page.

Practices will run using different formats depending on the group: GAG (Game-Activity-Game) and the Station Model are the two session formats used in the Select Program.

Program Dates

Mid-April to September 17^th 2023 (Tentatively) 

Program Fees

The fee is $1390, which includes 2 weekly training sessions and 5 tournaments. The fee also includes uniforms (2 jersey, 1 pair of shorts, and 2 pairs of socks). If you need special financial arrangements, please contact Jenna at competitive@northtorontosoccer.com.

Cancellation Policy

No refunds/credits will be issued except for certifiable medical reasons reported within 7 days of a diagnosis via email to administration@ntsoccer.com. 

Open Development Sessions

Open Development Sessions (ODS) are an opportunity for players to try the program, meet the coaches, and make sure the training is appropriate for their skill level. Coaches will assess the players and will recommend a program best suited for the player based on skill level and personal development. They may recommend starting in the Recreational League, Select, or even our more committed Development program.

Only new players need to attend these sessions, returning players don't need to attend. Click here for the schedule.

Commitment Level

There are no consequences for missed sessions other than missing out on a chance to practice and develop. We recognize that there will be absences due to vacations and other commitments however there will be no fee adjustment for any missed time.

There are 2 weekly practices* 
No practice on long weekends or holidays.

There are no league games for the Outdoor Program, we ask that players commit to the majority (4 out of 5) of the festivals/tournaments as we base the number of teams entered on the number of players available.

*Please note, practice days are tentative and subject to change.

Tentative Practice Schedule

Schedule from April 11 to May 4, 2023

Schedule from May 8th onwards. 

Festivals, Exhibition Games and Call-Up Opportunities

We have entered in 5 festivals this year:

- Oshawa - Frank Sobil Festival -  May 6th (U9/U10 girls & boys) - May 7th (U11/12 girls & boys): details 
- Brantford - Festival on the Grand - May 27th (all teams) (possible flow over into May 28th): details
- Ancaster - Heritage Days Festival - June 3rd (girls) - June 4th (boys): details
- King City - King Classic Soccer Festival - June 24th
- Richmond Hill - Richmond Hill Challenge Cup - September 16th (boys) - September 17th (girls): details

We will look to schedule exhibition games against our Nitros Development teams and if possible other clubs.

Call-Up Opportunities: 

There could be the opportunity to call up to a Nitros team for one of their games. If a Nitros team is short players, they can look to Select players to help fill out the roster and give a chance for them to play in a league game.

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Any questions please contact the Select Program Coordinator Micheal Mitchell.