
INDOOR 2026 - 27 GRASSROOTS OPEN HOUSE,
PLAYER PLACEMENT & TRYOUT INFORMATION
Edmonton Southwest United Soccer Club (SWU) will be holding Indoor 2026-27 Player Placement and Tryouts for players interested in competing in the club program for the upcoming outdoor season.
Fee, Registration & Scheduling
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Placement / Tryout Fee: $20.00 due at time of registration
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Grassroots Open House: No Fee
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All players must register in advance to attend placements & tryouts | LINKS BELOW
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Tryout schedules and session details are listed under each age category below
What to Expect
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Structured evaluation sessions led by SWU’s technical staff and coaches
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Assessment of technical ability, tactical understanding, athleticism, and game awareness
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Placement consideration across appropriate tiers and age groups
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A transparent and development-focused evaluation process
Who Should Attend
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Returning SWU players seeking placement for Indoor 2026-27
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New players interested in joining SWU for the Indoor Season
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Players committed to consistent attendance, training standards, and team culture
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Goalkeepers: please attend your age group tryouts as listed below
Important Notes
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All sessions will take place at Ivor Dent MTRS (NE corner of Ellerslie Rd & 50 St)
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Final team formation is subject to registration numbers, league requirements, and coach availability
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Participation in tryouts does not guarantee placement on a team
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Successful players will receive follow-up communication outlining next steps, timelines, and registration details
Edmonton SWU is committed to providing a supportive, challenging, and respectful environment where players can continue to develop both on and off the field. We look forward to welcoming players and families to the Indoor 2026-27 evaluation process.
Questions? please contact Mattia Tagliarini, Technical Director
GRASSROOTS OPEN HOUSE
The Grassroots program at Edmonton Southwest United is aligned with Canada Soccer's vision: provide the best, most enjoyable development environment for young players.
Our Open House provides families and their children an opportunity to meet our coaches, learn more about our club and experience our approach to working with younger players.
Open House Dates & Times
Note: All Sessions are scheduled for Ivor Dent MTRS
Ages 3 - 6 (Birth Year 2022, 2021 & 2020) | Boys & Girls
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August 13 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM
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August 17 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM
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August 20 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM
UNDER 8 - 11 PLAYER PLACEMENT
The Under 8 - 11 program at Edmonton Southwest United is designed to prioritize enjoyment, confidence, and foundational skill development. At this stage, our focus is on player development, enjoyment and finding the right environment for every player to succeed.
Where registration numbers and coaching resources allow, SWU’s intent is to keep players within the club, forming rosters that support learning and participation rather than early selection or release. PLACEMENTS, NOT TRYOUTS.
Placement Dates & Times
Note: All Sessions are scheduled for Ivor Dent MTRS
Under 8 (Birth Year 2019) | Boys & Girls
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August 10 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
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August 11 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
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August 14 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
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August 15 | 9:00 - 10:00 AM
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August 16 | 9:00 - 10:00 AM
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August 19 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Under 10 (Birth Year 2017) | Boys & Girls
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August 12 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
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August 15 | 10:00 - 11:00 AM
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August 16 | 10:00 - 11:00 AM
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August 18 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
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August 20 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Under 9 (Birth Year 2018) | Boys & Girls
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August 10 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
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August 11 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
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August 14 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
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August 15 | 9:00 - 10:00 AM
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August 16 | 9:00 - 10:00 AM
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August 19 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Under 11 (Birth Year 2016) | Boys & Girls
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August 12 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
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August 15 | 10:00 - 11:00 AM
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August 16 | 10:00 - 11:00 AM
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August 18 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
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August 20 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
UNDER 12 - 19 PLAYER ASSESSMENTS
The U12–U19 program at Edmonton Southwest United Soccer Club is grounded in long-term player development, appropriate competitive challenge, and alignment with each player’s stage of growth and commitment. Programming is structured to support multiple competitive tiers, recognizing that players progress at different rates and benefit from environments matched to their current needs. Team formation considers technical ability, game understanding, physical development, and overall readiness for competition.
While the club works to form viable rosters and provide pathways within the program wherever possible, placement decisions at these ages are influenced by competitive requirements, registration numbers, and coaching resources, and retention cannot always be guaranteed. SWU remains committed to a fair, transparent process that prioritizes development, meaningful participation, and respect for players and families throughout the evaluation process.
Tryout Dates & Times
Note: All Sessions are scheduled for Ivor Dent MTRS
Under 12 (Birth Year 2015) | Boys & Girls
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August 24 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
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August 26 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Under 15 (Birth Years 2013-2012) | Boys & Girls
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August 24 | 7:30 - 9:00 PM
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August 26 | 7:30 - 9:00 PM
Under 13 (Birth Year 2014) | Boys & Girls
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August 24 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
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August 26 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Under 17 (Birth Year 2011-2010) | Boys & Girls
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August 25 | 6:30 - 8:00 PM
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August 27 | 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Under 19 (Birth Year 2009-2008) | Boys & Girls
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August 25 | 8:00 - 9:30 PM
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August 27 | 8:00 - 9:30 PM
