ZONE 1 INFORMATION

Zone 1 Try-In and Try-Out Days - U7-U12

  • May 16, Tuesday - starting at 6:30pm, Astoria Park Soccer Field, 14-28 Astoria Park S, Astoria, NY  11102

  • May 23, Tuesday - starting at 6:30pm, Astoria Park Soccer Field, 14-28 Astoria Park S, Astoria, NY  11102

Team Plans

  • U7/U8 Boys EPSC Blue Thiago Team Plan

  • U9 Boys EPSC Blue Michael Team Plan

  • U10 Boys EPSC Elite John Team Plan

  • U11 Boys EPSC Blue TBA Team Plan

  • U11 Boys EPSC Blue Michael Team Plan

  • U12 Boys Elite Abrahm Team Plan

  • U12 Boys Blue TBA Team Plan

  • U8 Girls TBA Team Plan

  • U9 Girls Alex Team Plan

  • U10 Girls TBA Team Plan

  • U12 Girls Meghan Team Plan

Frequently Asked Questions

  • A try-in is specifically designed for Zone 1 players u7-u12. We believe in the early formative years that committed and focused players shouldn’t be turned away from a professional environment. This means that regardless of your current level, we will find a spot for you and help you develop over the years.

  • For our EPSC Elite teams, we make selections based on skill, commitment, position, and potential. Hard working kids will find in our club numerous training opportunities throughout the year to help them excel faster compared to other clubs.

  • No question, everyone likes to win. All of our Zone 1 coaches are expected to have a stronger focus on development understanding that winning will be the result of hard work. That being said, our EPSC Elite teams are more focused on results, cups, and tournaments compared to our EPSC Blue teams.

  • Yes, all coaches provide a LEAD evaluation at the end of each season.

  • Yes, all Zone 1 teams attend three tournaments per year. August pre-season, Winter, and Memorial Day. EPSC Elite teams attend two tournaments per season for a total of six. Most tournaments are within driving distance but EPSC Elite teams will attend 1 tournament that requires an overnight stay.

  • EPSC team training occurs 2x a week during the fall, winter, and spring. A third night of individual technical training (LEAD) is highly recommended for EPSC players and required for EPSC Elite players.

  • Uniforms and training gear are included with your tuition. Soccer cleats and indoors are required for all EPSC Elite players and turf shoes are optional.

  • Along with the Fall / Winter LEAD training (included in your fees), we offer summer camps and winter developmental training at an additional costs. These programs are open to players regardless of club affiliation.

  • At our try-out / try-in days, you may be offered a spot on a team and given the chance to commit early. This gives you peace of mind heading into June try-outs. In addition, you can save 10% on 2023/23 with a pre-commitment and payment.

  • Yes, we want all players to represent the club at the June try-outs if they are available.

Important Dates