1. Assessment Schedule

PLAYERS: NEW - NO SIGN UP REQUIRED

To help us run a smooth, fair, and well-organized selection process, all players must be registered with RC United for the 2026 summer season before participating. Registration ensures we have accurate player information, appropriate groupings, and enough staff and assessors on hand for each session.

What to Expect at Assessments

  • Fees: Tryout fees are included in your RC United registration.
  • Check-In: Please arrive at the Cornwall Clubhouse 20 minutes before your field time to check in and receive your pinnie.
  • Location: All sessions take place on the Cornwall soccer turf, please dress for the weather and field conditions.
  • Facilities: Clubhouse washrooms will be closed, but washrooms are available at The Terry Fox office nearby.

Attendance Requirements

To be eligible for premier and first team selection, players must attend at least 2 of the 3 tryout sessions.
If a player cannot attend, they must notify the coach in advance with the reason for their absence. The reason must be acceptable in order for the player to remain eligible for consideration.

ALL PLAYERS ATTENDED ALL OF THEIR SCHEDULED ASSESSMENTS

 

2026 Schedule U9-U18

 

U18

What to Expect - U18 Assessments

  • Game-focused
  • High-tempo
  • Designed to evaluate technical ability, decision-making, and teamwork
  • Supportive and development-driven

All players must attend all assessment dates so coaches can get a full picture of each athlete’s readiness for the season.

Our Development Focus - Our goal is to help players:

  • Compete confidently
  • Prepare for senior-level soccer
  • Strengthen their technical and tactical understanding
  • Build leadership and resilience
  • Enjoy their final youth season

These sessions are a great opportunity for players to reconnect with teammates, shake off the winter break, and start the season strong.

U15

How It Works

  • A minimum of 11 Premier players will be named at the start of the season with final Premier rosters will be confirmed by July 1.
  • All other players will begin on First Division.
  • First Division players will rotate into Premier practices and games based on effort and development.

Why This Benefits All Players

This model:

  • Gives more players access to Premier-level coaching
  • Rewards effort, attitude, and improvement
  • Keeps Premier players accountable and motivated
  • Reduces pressure by extending the assessment window
  • Ensures every First Division player has a real opportunity to move up

What to Expect

Each week, coaches will identify 5-6 First Division players to join Premier practices or games. Movement between teams is expected early in the season and is part of the development process.

This system creates a healthy, competitive environment where players can grow, stay motivated, and earn opportunities throughout the early season.

U13

How Assessments Will Work

  • A minimum of 9 Premier players will be named at the start of the season with final Premier rosters will be confirmed by July 1.
  • All other players will be placed on First Division or Second Division based on assessments.
  • All First Division players will be part of the Premier rotation pool.
  • Throughout the early season, First Division players will rotate into Premier practices and games based on effort, attitude, and development with the potential to move to the premier team for the remainder of the season. This allow players to focus on growth, development, and while providing them the opportunity based on work ethic
  • Second Division players will train and compete within their division, with a strong focus on development and confidence-building. Players looking to focus on growth, development and show strong work ethic can be given the opportunity to play as an AP position to First Division.

Why This System Helps Players

The Extended Assessment System is designed to:

  • Give more players access to Premier-level training
  • Reward effort, attitude, and improvement
  • Keep Premier players accountable and motivated
  • Reduce pressure by spreading assessments over several weeks
  • Ensure First Division players have meaningful opportunities to move up

This approach creates a positive, competitive environment where players can grow, stay motivated, and earn opportunities throughout the early season.

What to Expect Week-to-Week

Each week, coaches will identify 5-6 First Division players to join Premier practices or games. This rotation is based on:

  • Work ethic
  • Technical development
  • Coachability
  • Attitude

This means every First Division player has a real opportunity to be seen and to earn higher-level opportunities.

U11

New for 2026

To support long-term development, the following changes are being introduced at the U11 level:

  • No offside rule
  • Continue, no scores or standings
  • Tournaments will follow a jamboree format

These changes help shift the focus from results to development. Without standings or offside, players can:

  • Build confidence on the ball
  • Make creative decisions
  • Learn proper spacing
  • Play without fear of mistakes

Our goal is to create a fun, development-first environment where players can grow and enjoy the game.

U9

These sessions are not formal tryouts. They are simply a chance for players to:

  • Shake off the winter rust
  • Meet teammates and coaches
  • Play small-sided games
  • Build confidence in a supportive environment

Our goal is to create a positive, enjoyable start to the season while giving coaches a chance to get to know each player through play.

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