2024 Open Tryouts
Monterey Bay Football Club’s open tryouts will take place on Saturday, January 20 & Sunday, January 21, offering local players the opportunity to be evaluated by our coaching and technical staff.
Monterey Bay Football Club’s open tryouts will take place on Saturday, January 20 & Sunday, January 21, offering local players the opportunity to be evaluated by our coaching and technical staff. Players are strongly encouraged to sign up early to secure as spot, as limited space is available.
Venue: CSUMB Training Field (grass)
Date: January 20-21 (Saturday & Sunday)
Registration Fee: $200 (non-refundable)
Age: 16 years & older
Registered players will be contacted via email, by Wednesday, January 17, with individual check-in and game times for both Saturday and Sunday.
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED
Tryout Information & Format
This year’s format for the tryouts are as follows:
Phase 1
Registered players will participate in one 11v11 game on Saturday, January 20 (Time TBD) and one game on Sunday, January 21. Players are expected to be there for both games on Saturday and Sunday.
Phase 2
After the completion of the tryout weekend, the coaching staff will select up to 30 players to be invited back for a final evaluation scrimmage on Tuesday, January 23. Successful applicants will be notified if they are selected by 5.30 p.m. on Monday, January 22.
This game will be held on the field at Cardinale Stadium, kick-off will be at 6:30 p.m. Selected players will need to report to the stadium earlier for check-in and warm-up.
Any players that will be invited to pre-season training with MBFC will be notified in the days following the evaluation scrimmage on Tuesday, January 23.
No, MBFC2 will hold separate tryouts at date to be announced later.
- Photo I.D.
- Soccer apparel and personal equipment including soccer socks, shin guards, boots/cleats for grass pitch, black shorts, shirt. If you are a GK, please bring the appropriate equipment, including gloves. Please bring something to keep all of your gear together (no lockers will be provided).
- A water bottle and any food, snacks or beverages that you may need (food will not be provided).
Important Note: The weather can be extremely cold/wet this time of the year in Seaside. We recommend you bring long-sleeves and plenty of warm clothing.
Yes, MBFC’s training staff and other medical personnel will be available on the grounds.
Yes, however friends and family may only sit in the designated spectator area. Complimentary parking is for registered participants only. Additional cars will require the purchase of a parking permit.
Eligibility
Must be 16 years or older. All players must complete registration and sign the required waivers to participate.
No, an agent is not required.
Yes, you can still participate. Please notify on-site medical personnel of this or any other ailment and ensure that your inhaler and/or other medications are available nearby. MBFC encourages all participants to read all waivers thoroughly and consult a medical professional prior to participation if necessary.
Check with your school’s NCAA compliance officer and college coach prior to registering for MBFC Open Tryouts. Monterey Bay F.C. is not responsible regarding NCAA eligibility.
Registration Information
Registration is open now! Click REGISTER NOW above to register. All players must complete registration and sign the required waivers.
No, participants are responsible for all travel related reservations and fees.
Monterey Bay F.C. Open Tryouts are non-refundable.