ODP 2026/27 ODP Tryouts
November Tryouts 2012-2010
Select the boys’ or girls’ South Region session below. Both will take place at the Hofstra University Bubble in Hempstead NY.
South Region • Boys • 2012, 2011, 2010
Boys Tryout
Monday, November 2
7:00-8:00pm
Hofstra University Bubble
1000 Fulton Ave, Hempstead, NY
South Region • Girls • 2012, 2011, 2010
Girls Tryout
Monday, November 9
7:00-8:00pm
Hofstra University Bubble
1000 Fulton Ave, Hempstead, NY
$50 tryout fee · Advance online registration required · Dates are subject to change
FOR CURRENT PARTICIPANTS
2013-2015 current rounds
Younger age groups are already in the tryout process. Check your invitation and remaining session below
Rounds 2 and 3 are by invitation only. The schedule below is for players already invited to continue.
SOUTH REGION • ROUND 3
Monday, September 28
Boys 2015 · 6:00–7:15 PM
Boys 2014 · 7:15–8:30 PM
Boys 2013 · 8:30–9:45 PM
Cantiague Park
480 W John St, Hicksville NY
ODP Tryout FAQ’s
Any player within the appropriate age group who registers with USYS is eligible to participate in ODP tryouts. You tryout in the state where you live.
Registration link for tryouts is completed online through GotSport. Click on the links provided on the tryout registration page and complete the tryout registration process.
Yes, there is a $50 tryout fee, which covers the cost of the evaluation process and includes an ENY ODP Training Shirt for players to keep.
Players should bring cleats, shin guards, a soccer ball, a water bottle, and wear white socks and black shorts. A tryout shirt will be provided to all attendees but please bring a light and dark shirt just incase.
Players will participate in small-sided games, technical drills, and tactical evaluations. Coaches will assess technical skills, tactical awareness, physical attributes, and mental toughness.
Tryouts typically last 75 to 90 mins.
No, players must try out for their designated age group based on their birth year.
Players will be notified of their selection status within two weeks of the tryout session. Notifications will be sent via email. Please ensure the email address is that of a parent and is monitored.
Coaches evaluate players based on their performance during tryouts. Selected players are invited to join their respective age group pool for training and competition.
Players not selected are encouraged to continue developing their skills and try out again the following year. Participation in club soccer and supplemental programs can enhance their chances in the future.
Yes, tryouts are required for all players who wish to participate in the ODP program.
If you are unable to attend a tryout session you must first register for the session and then contact Bryan Knight (South) or Wendy Beavers (North) with your reason for not attending. Failure to attend will result in your previous scores being used as your evaluation.
No specific shirt is required as ENY ODP provides a tryout shirt for each player. Shorts should be black and socks white wherever possible.
Parents are welcome to observe tryouts but must remain in designated viewing areas to avoid interfering with the evaluation process.
Coaches evaluate players on technical skills (e.g., dribbling, passing, shooting), tactical understanding (e.g., positioning, decision-making), physical fitness, and mental attributes (e.g., attitude, coachability, focus).
ODP tryout evaluations are final. While feedback may not be provided, players are encouraged to develop their skills and try again in the future.
Yes, tryout dates and locations are listed on the ENYYSA website. LINK HERE. Check this carefully as there are multiple tryouts in numerous locations! If your age group is not listed please check back periodically as it is updated frequently.
Players are expected to attend all scheduled tryout sessions unless they have communicated unavoidable conflicts in advance.
There are typically 3 tryouts. All players can attend the first round of tryouts which are held in multiple locations. Note: Players can only attend one first round tryout – even if there are 2 “first round” tryouts within driving distance of you. The second and third round of tryouts are by invitation only.
NO on-site registration will be available. All players must register online in advance to secure a spot.
ODP players are selected on Technique, Tactical Ability, Fitness/Athleticism, and Attitude.
For more info on the ODP program, visit our “What is ODP” page.

