Try-Outs for State ODP pools are by Recommendation for New players, in the 2013, 2012, 2011 and 2010 Age groups. Players born in 2009 and 2008 will no longer need a recommendation to try-out. Players in the 2023/24 State Pools do not need a recommendation (Please see pool lists for reference).
TRYOUTS NOW START ON AUGUST 11TH. OCTOBER IS THE MAKE-UP DATE FOR JULY POSTPONEMENT.
Registration Closes on October 13th
All players wishing to play ODP at this level must be identified and recommended to attend try-outs by the player’s team coach, Director of Coaching (DOC) or Technical Director (TD), from their club/league. After you register, please forward the link below to the appropriate person to complete your recommendation. Please make sure you read the exemption portion carefully. It is highly recommended that you confirm with the appropriate person who is going to recommend you for try-outs, BEFORE YOU REGISTER.
Lack of a recommendation is not a basis for a refund.
Link for Recommendation: ODP Player Recommendation Form
Please DO NOT contact the office regarding your recommendation status, we will contact you if there are any issues.
Returning State, Regional and NYT Players will NOT need a Recommendation (Returning from 2023-2024 season only) for 2012, 2011 and 2010. If you are unsure if you fall into this category, please contact the Cal North office at ODP@calnorth.org. Any players born in 2009 and 2008 will not need a recommendation to try-out, no matter what your status is. All players born in 2013 will need a recommendation.
Promotion: The process of promoting players from one season to the next automatically, providing they meet all the criteria. Players that fall into this
category must have met all the following criteria:
1) Player must register and pay for ODP Try-outs within the registration window.
2) Player was invited to attend the 2024-25 USYS Interregional Event (State office will have the list). Players attending USYS Regional Camp are not automatically promoted to the State pool.
3) All Players must attend a minimum of (1) session of the State ODP Try-Outs.
No exception, so please plan accordingly. (One Session= (1) 2 hr. scheduled session in August, September or October - your choice)
Boys and Girls born in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010 2009 and 2008 (Birth year) to try-Out for ODP. Players must have been born any time during one of the years listed. (Example: January 1-December 31). Players must try-out for the pool of their birth year and gender.
Any Player of eligible age that demonstrates the ability to perform at the highest level in the sport of youth soccer and has been recommended by their Coach, Director of Coaching (DOC) or Technical Director. Or any player who qualifies for a Recommendation Exemption (as noted above).
All players must Register, pay online and attend at least (1) 2 hr. try-out Session to be rostered to the final pool. No exceptions.
The cost will be $185 per player. Payment is required at the time of Registration. The Registration Fee covers August, September and October. There is no prorated fee.
This form is required by every player attending try-outs. This is NOT an ODP Registration form. All players must register online via the link at the top of this page.
All players attending try-Outs must bring this Medical Release and Treatment form in order to participate. You will only need to bring this the first time you attend and check in to get your Try-Out shirts.
Medical Treatment Release (English/Spanish)
There are total of (12) hours of try-outs, (3 different dates, 2- sessions per day, each session is 2 hours long). Attending every try-out session is NOT Mandatory, however if you fail to attend one of the first sessions and then you get ill, injured or have a club team conflict later in the try-out process, you may be eliminating yourself by virtue of not participating earlier on. We highly recommend you attend the first session possible in order to avoid any scheduling conflicts later in the process. (Cal North reserves the right to cancel a try-out, if deemed necessary for the health and safety of the players and staff). There are no
refunds for unattended try-out sessions.
Sunday, July 21 (POSTPONED)
Sunday, August 11
Girl and Boys
Boys: 9:00-11:00 and 1:00-3:00
Girls: 11:00-1:00 and 3:00-5:00
Sunday, September 8
Girl and Boys
Boys: 9:00-11:00 and 1:00-3:00
Girls: 11:00-1:00 and 3:00-5:00
Sunday, October 13
Girl and Boys
Boys: 9:00-11:00 and 1:00-3:00
Girls: 11:00-1:00 and 3:00-5:00
Goalkeeper Information
Goalkeepers will attend on the same schedule as above, but will receive field assignments at check in.
Location: MISTLIN SPORTS PARK | 1201 RIVER RD. | RIPON, CA
There is No refund after July 8th. Refunds for injuries will require a medical letter from the treating Physician, and must state that the player is “unable to play soccer” due to the stated injury through October 13th (the last try-out). Please submit this letter to the Cal North office, within 3 working days of the injury to begin the refund process. Refunds for injuries (or any portion of the try-out fee) will not be issued if a player has already participated in a try-out session. Because ODP Try Outs require a recommendation, it is highly recommended that you check with your coach PRIOR to signing up and confirm that they completed your registration. There is no refund for those who register and fail to gain the required recommendation prior to try-outs. Insure you will be recommended, BEFORE you register.
Any player that has been suspected of or being treated for a concussion must follow the Cal North Concussion Protocol Policy set forth by the Cal North BOD via Heads Up. No exceptions. https://www.calnorth.org/health-safety-
protocols
All players need to check-in at the event desk to get their try-out jerseys, which will have your try-out number. You only need to do this ONE time, because we EXPECT you to keep and use this jersey/number at all the dates you attend.
DO NOT LOSE OR GIVE AWAY YOUR TRY-OUT JERSEY AS YOU MAY NEED TO USE THOSE JERSEYS IN THE COMING SEASON FOR TRAVEL IF YOU MAKE THE POOL.
Do not bring and use your try-out jerseys’ from last year, as your try-out number changes each year. If you lose a jersey, both will need to be replaced at a cost. Be responsible. After you have received your try-out number, you will proceed to the assigned field location for your age/gender. After your first try out, you will return to the same location assigned for your age/gender and be ready to play at the appropriate times posted. If field assignments change, you will be notified.
DON NOT LOSE OR GIVE AWAY YOUR JERSEYS!!!
If you know you will be missing one of the Sessions, please fill out the absent form below. This will help us pass on that information to the Head Coaches and they can plan on seeing you on another date.
Please complete this form: 2024-25 Absent Form
Participation in ODP does not disqualify a player from participating in their home clubs
