CFJ WEST 2021/22 TRY OUTS
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR TRY OUTS
Please take time to read the Registration FAQ below to help with any questions
TRYOUT DATES & TIMES
| Birth Year | Age | Gender | Dates | Times | Location | Rain Out Date | Supplemental Try Outs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007-2003 | U15-U19 | Female | Sunday May 2nd | 6pm-7.30pm | Van Horn Woods | TBD | Contact us for Try Out |
| 2011-2009 | U11 - U13 | Male | Monday May 3rd | 4.45pm-6pm | Plainfield South High School | TBD | Contact us for Try Out |
| 2015-2012 | U7-U10 | Male | Monday May 3rd | 6.15pm-7.30pm | Plainfield South High School | TBD | Contact us for Try Out |
| 2008-2003 | U14-U19 | Male | Monday May 3rd | 7.45pm-9pm | Plainfield South High School | TBD | Contact us for Try Out |
| 2009-2008 | U13-U14 | Female | Saturday May 15th | 2.45pm-4pm | Van Horn Woods | TBD | Contact us for Try Out |
| 2012-2010 | U10-U12 | Female | Saturday May 15th | 4.15pm-5.30pm | Van Horn Woods | TBD | Contact us for Try Out |
| 2015-2013 | U7-U9 | Female | Saturday May 15th | 5.45pm-7pm | Van Horn Woods | TBD | Contact us for Try Out |
** ALL CLASSIC TRYOUTS WILL TAKE PLACE DURING THE ANNUAL TRYOUT. PLEASE INDICATE AT CHECK-IN THAT YOU'RE INTERESTED IN CLASSIC PROGRAMMING **
Locations
- Van Horn Woods, 17199 S Lily Cache Road, Plainfield, IL 60586
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Plainfield South High School, 7800 Caton Farm Rd, Plainfield, IL 60586
COVID 19 UPDATE
Due to State guidelines please note the following when trying out:
- All players to wear a mask before, During and after the try out
- Players will have their temperatures checked and recorded before joining the tryout
- Social distancing for players during water breaks will be observed (Safe zones for each player for bags etc will be set up)
- Parents cannot stay to watch try outs to limit numbers on the field and must wait in cars
- Any parent questions can be asked upon check in or once the try out has begun on an individual basis due to no large groups being allowed
CFJ WEST TRYOUT INFORMATION
2021-2022 Tryouts
- What: Tryouts for players interested in CFJ West's travel soccer teams for the 2021-2022 season.
- Who and When: Please see dates, times, and ages on this page.
- Where: Van Horn Woods & Plainfield South High School
- How to register: Please click the link on the right to register. Tryouts are free.
- Questions: Please contact the CFJ West office
- 815.439.7227
- info@chicagofirejuniorswest.com.
Teams will be created immediately following the conclusion of the tryout sessions. Results will be posted on the CFJ West website within 24 hours after a given tryout session. Players who are placed on CFJ West teams will have 2 days to confirm their spot after placements are posted on our website.
CFJ West Tryouts
How does it work?
When players arrive at a tryout, all the players are grouped by age. Then the coaching staff will put them through a warm-up activity, technical activity and small games to evaluate and monitor each player before scrimmage matches. Results will be posted on the website within 24 hours after the tryouts (i.e. If the tryout dates are the 1st, then results are posted on the 2nd before close of business). Players are identified by the unique tryout number they are given on the day. Please record this number when it is given to you at tryouts.
So my child was selected, what next?
Player's parents/ guardians will need to send a decision of accepting the offered spot or not within 2 days of tryout result announcements. Parents accompanying players can request a uniform try-on after tryouts for their player to try on sample jerseys for sizing. Also, a deposit is required to reserve the player placement. For new players, a photo must be uploaded in the player's registration for his/ her league's player card, and the player's birth certificate uploaded in the player's registration.
For more information regarding our program, please see the details below;
CFJ West Season
At CFJ West, the soccer season roughly follows the school year with breaks in the winter and summer;
FALL SEASON: Training, League Games, & Tournament(s)
mid August - early November
WINTER SEASON: Indoor Training & Indoor Games
December (camps/ clinics) / January - March (training and games)
SPRING SEASON: Training, League Games, & Tournament(s)
April - early June
SUMMER PROGRAMMING: Camps and Clinics
mid June - early August
Programming Overview
PREMIER PROGRAMMING
- Outdoor: 3 training sessions per week @ 1hr 30mins
- Indoor: 2 training sessions per week @ 1hr minimum
- Professionally qualified CFJ West Staff Coach
SELECT PROGRAMMING
- Outdoor: 2 training sessions per week @ 1hr 30mins
- Indoor: 2 training sessions per week @ 1hr minimum
- Professionally qualified CFJ West Staff Coach
CLASSIC PROGRAMMING
- Outdoor: 2 training sessions per week @ 1hr 30mins
- Professionally qualified CFJ West Staff Coach for 1 session only per week
HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
- College Fit Finder profile (free with acceptance of team placement)
- National and Regional College Showcases
- Local, regional and national tournaments (depends on team placement)
- Professional coaching
High School Program Accolades
- 2019 USYS Presidents' Cup National Champions (2002 Girls Premier)
- 2018 IYSA Presidents' Cup Champions (2002 Boys Premier)
- 2018 IYSA State Premiership Champions (2002 Boys Premier)
- 2018 IYSA Presidents' Cup Champions (2002 Girls Premier)
- Midwest Conference league play (2002 Girls Premier, 2002 Boys Premier, 2005 Boys Premier)
- 2018 Las Vegas Presidents' Day Tournament Champions (2002 Chicago Fire ETP program)
- 2018 Participation of players at 2002 and 2003 on the Chicago Fire Emerging Talent Program
Payment Options
- Payment installment options
- Family discounts (ask for details)
- Failure to pay by the specified dates will result in a player being suspended from practices and games
- Unique fundraising options
- Financial aid application ($35 paid to FACTS, a 3rd party financial aid service)
Included in the fees
- Training & Games coached by professional CFJ West Coaches
- Competitive leagues YSSL (Boys), Midwest Conference/MWC (Boys and Girls) or IWSL (Girls)
- Winter practice & games at a designated indoor facility
- Chicago Fire Juniors Player Development Model
- Opportunity to be selected for the CFJ Network Emerging Talent Program (ETP)
- Discounted Chicago Fire MLS Game Day Tickets
- College selection support
Additional Costs
- Tournament fees (divided among participants)
- Assistant Referee Fees (at ages and leagues where applicable)
- Tournament entrance fees and share of coaches lodging fees while at tournaments (greater than 70 miles from Plainfield)
- Chicago Fire Juniors Uniform (multiple options available)
- $50 Annual Raffle per player (tickets are $10 each and can be sold to neighbors, co-workers, friends, and family)