⚽ 2025–26 AYSO EXTRA™ & ALLIANCE Tryouts
Competitive, Year-Round Soccer for Players Born 2011–2016
Santa Monica AYSO is forming teams for the 2025–26 season! AYSO EXTRA™ (U10–U12) and AYSO Alliance (U13–U16) offer a year-round, club-style soccer experience while staying true to AYSO’s core values: development, inclusion, sportsmanship, and fun.
🔍 Tryout Overview
Players will be evaluated through a multi-phase, open tryout process, designed to test both skill and soccer IQ.
✅ All players are welcome to attend.
✅ Tryouts are run by independent 3rd-party trainers, ensuring a fair and objective process.
✅ Sessions include technical drills and short-sided scrimmages.
After the initial tryout week, a select group of players will be invited to a callback session for a second evaluation. Final rosters will be selected after the callback.
While coaches will observe and recommend players, final roster decisions are made by the Region 20 Board.
⚠️ Players not selected are strongly encouraged to continue their development through the AYSO Core Fall program and may participate in Spring Select or All-Star teams.
📍 Tryout Location
John Adams Middle School (JAMS)
2425 16th St, Santa Monica, CA 90405
🗓️ Tryout Dates & Callback Schedule
Initial Tryouts
Week of February 3rd
| Birth Year | Division | Dates | Sign In | Tryout Time | Ball Size | Goalie Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Girls 2016 | 10U | Monday, February 3rd & Friday February 7th | 5:00 PM | 5:30 - 7:00 PM | 4 | Friday, 7:00 - 7:45 PM |
| Boys 2016 | 10U | Monday, February 3rd & Friday February 7th | 5:00 PM | 5:30 - 7:00 PM | 4 | Friday, 7:00 - 7:45 PM |
| Girls 2015 | 11U | Tuesday, February 4th & Thursday, February 6th | 5:00 PM | 5:30 - 7:00 PM | 4 | Tuesday, 7:00 - 7:45 PM |
| Boys 2015 | 11U | Tuesday, February 4th & Thursday, February 6th | 5:00 PM | 5:30 - 7:00 PM | 4 | Tuesday, 7:00 - 7:45 PM |
| Girls 2014 | 12U | Monday, February 3rd & Friday February 7th | 5:00 PM | 5:30 - 7:00 PM | 4 | Friday, 7:00 - 7:45 PM |
| Boys 2014 | 12U | Monday, February 3rd & Friday February 7th | 5:00 PM | 5:30 - 7:00 PM | 4 | Friday, 7:00 - 7:45 PM |
| Girls 2013 | 13U | Monday, February 3rd & Friday February 7th | 6:45 PM | 7:15 - 8:45 PM | 4 | Friday, 6:15 - 6:45 PM |
| Boys 2013 | 13U | Monday, February 3rd & Friday February 7th | 6:45 PM | 7:15 - 8:45 PM | 4 | Friday, 6:15 - 6:45 PM |
| Girls 2012 | 14U | Tuesday, February 4th & Thursday, February 6th | 5:00 PM | 5:30 - 7:00 PM | 5 | Tuesday, 7:00 - 7:45 PM |
| Boys 2012 | 14U | Tuesday, February 4th & Thursday, February 6th | 5:00 PM | 5:30 - 7:00 PM | 5 | Tuesday, 7:00 - 7:45 PM |
| Girls 2011 | 15U | Tuesday, February 4th & Thursday, February 6th | 6:45 PM | 7:15 - 8:45 PM | 5 | Tuesday, 6:15 - 6:45 PM |
Callbacks – Historic Belmar Park
Some players will be invited to attend a second-round tryout (callback). Families will be notified by Monday, February 10th if their player is selected.
Please confirm attendance promptly to ensure all selected players have a chance to participate.
| Date | Time | Groups |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, Feb 11 | 5:30 – 7:00 PM | Girls 2015, Boys 2014, Girls 2014 |
| 7:15 – 8:45 PM | Girls 2013, Boys 2013, Girls 2011 | |
| Thursday, Feb 13 | 5:30 – 7:00 PM | Girls 2016, Boys 2016, Boys 2015 |
| 7:15 – 8:45 PM | Girls 2012, Boys 2012 |
📦 What to Bring & Wear
Please arrive 30 minutes before your session to check in and warm up.
Required:
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Plain white jersey or t-shirt
(No Club, Coerver, Spring, or EXTRA jerseys) -
Shin guards
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Cleats or turf shoes
Also bring:
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Water bottle (WATER ONLY on the field)
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Properly sized soccer ball with your child’s name clearly marked
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Medical Release Form (signed in blue or red ink)
➡️ Go to: Player and Volunteer Registration (InLeague)→ Print Medical Release
🧤 Goalkeeper Tryouts
Players interested in trying out as goalkeepers will be evaluated immediately before or after their assigned tryout session.
⚽ Anticipated Divisions
Team formation depends on having enough qualified players and coaches, and on league availability through Section 1. Some age groups may not be fielded.
📋 We anticipate forming the following teams for Fall 2025:
| Birth Year | Division | # Players | Roster size | Division Guidelines |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 10U | 7 | 10 | 10U Division Guidelines |
| 2015 | 11U | 9 | 12 | 12U Division Guidelines |
| 2014 | 12U | 9 | 12 | 12U Division Guidelines |
| 2013 | 13U | 11 | 15 | 14U Division Guidelines |
| 2012 | 14U | 11 | 15 | 14U Division Guidelines |
⚠️ Club Soccer & Other Sports
EXTRA is a high-commitment program. Players are selected with the understanding that:
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They will not participate in Club soccer during the EXTRA Fall season
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A player who joins a Club team after accepting a spot on an EXTRA roster should expect to lose their place
Spring participation in both Club and EXTRA may be considered on a case-by-case basis with approval from the Regional Commissioner or Program Director.
Players are also expected to prioritize AYSO soccer over other extracurriculars and consistently attend practices, games, and tournaments.
🟡 How to Register
Click the yellow sign-up button above to register your player for tryouts.
📩 Questions?
We’re here to help!
Email: extrachair@ayso20.org