2026/2027 Jr. Gryphons Performance Program Tryouts
U14 (2013), U15 (2012), U17 (2010)
about the jr. gryphons performance program
Guelph Soccer is thrilled to continue into our fifth year of our Junior Gryphons Performance Program (formerly known as the Academy Program) for the 2026-2027 competitive season. The Performance Program will include the following teams:
Boys U14 (2013)
Girls U14 (2013)
Boys U15 (2012)
Girls U15 (2012)
Boys U17 (2010)
Girls U17 (2010)
As the pathway to high-performance soccer continues to evolve across Ontario and Canada, our Performance Program provides Jr. Gryphons players with additional opportunities to challenge themselves and continue their development. Players work closely with Guelph Soccer’s technical staff and certified team coaches to elevate their training experience through:
Increased weekly practices
Strength and conditioning program
Technical staff led futsal program
Educational and game analysis sessions
Individual goal setting
The aim of the program is to equip our players with the tools needed and the right support to take on the Ontario Premier League (OPL) and/or post-secondary pursuits!
how the tryout process works
Our tryout process is designed to give players multiple opportunities to experience our environment and demonstrate their abilities.
Interested players will:
Register for their age group's tryout sessions
Participate in 1.5 hour training sessions with players in their age group
Be evaluated by Guelph Soccer's coaching and technical staff
Have the opportunity to experience the Jr. Gryphons performance environment
IMPORTANT: Selected players may be invited to participate in additional sessions before final roster decisions are made.
*Please note additional session information and arrival instructions will be sent via email prior to the start of tryouts.
TRYOUT SCHEDULE
About the 2026-2027 Performance program
The competitive program runs from October 2026 to September 2027. During the indoor season (October - April), teams will have two turf practices per week, a 16-week futsal program, and participate in an Indoor Soccer League. During the outdoor season (May - August), teams will have three practices per week and they will participate in the iModel West Region. Teams will also have a 30-week Strength and Conditioning program that will span both the indoor and outdoor season.
More information about the program, season structure, fees, and expectations will be available in the 2026-2027 Performance Program Information Guide soon.
2026-2027 Coaching Staff
(Link coming soon)
All performance program inquiries can be directed to Technical Director, Justin Springer at justin.springer@guelphsoccer.ca.