June 15, 2010 -- TNT Tryouts Concluded; Opportunities for Talented Players Still Available in Certain Age Groups

 

Tryouts for the Fall 2010/Spring 2011 soccer year have concluded.  However, the following age groups have room to accept talented and committed players:

 

U11 Boys (players born on or after 8/1/99)

U13 Boys (players born on or after 8/1/97)

U15 Boys (players born on or after 8/1/95)

 

U9 Girls (players born on or after 8/1/01)

U10 Girls (players born on or after 8/1/00)

U13 Girls (players born on or after 8/1/97)

U14 Girls (players born on or after 8/1/96)

U16 Girls (players born on or after 8/1/94)

U18 Girls (players born on or after 8/1/92)

 

If your child is still interested in training with and competing against the best players and teams in Michigan, contact Dan Raben at rabendan@comcast.net for additional information.

 

 

TNT Mission Statement

The TNT Difference

Tryout Information and Expectations

 

 

Our Mission:
The goal of the TNT Dynamite Soccer Club is to train and develop Mid-Michigan’s best soccer players, as both athletes and young adults.  We strive to prepare these players - for the next level of soccer and for the next step in life - by providing them with the finest coaches and most sound club structure available.  Our commitment is to do so with integrity, character and sportsmanship.

 

The TNT Difference:

• •Mid-Michigan’s most experienced and decorated coaching staff, featuring USSF Licensed (A, B and C) coaches, ODP and college coaches, and former collegiate players
• •Mid-Michigan’s only club with teams in the Midwest Regional League (MRL), Michigan State Premier Soccer Program (MSPSP) and Michigan State Developmental Soccer League (MSDSL)
• •Host of the Michigan Challenge Cup, Michigan’s Premier Pre-Season Tournament (www.michiganchallengecup.com) and the Michigan Indoor College Showcase (www.micshowcase.com)
• •Specialized goalkeeper training, consistently producing ODP and college-quality goalkeepers
• •TNT Dynamite Soccer Academy, offering the area’s youngest players the opportunity to train under licensed and experienced coaches
• •Winter training at Lansing Indoor Sports Arena, the area’s top indoor sports facility
• •Cross-training opportunities between teams to better develop our players
• •College Advisory Program and participation in Showcase events for players interested in playing college soccer
• •Financial assistance available

 

Information and Expectations:
LOCATION: all tryouts will take place at Lansing’s Kenneth Hope Soccer Complex (5801 Aurelius Rd, Lansing MI 48911), fields 1-4

PLAYING IN OLDER AGE GROUPS: each player should tryout for his/her appropriate age group; however, talented and committed players are welcome to tryout for an older age group (you MUST speak with Dan Raben, Director of Coaching and Player Development, before tryouts)

ARRIVAL & ATTENDANCE: please arrive 15-30 minutes before the scheduled start time to register; players are strongly encouraged to attend both scheduled sessions to allow for proper evaluation.

EQUIPMENT: players should wear shin-guards and non-club gear, and bring a properly inflated soccer ball and water.

WHAT COACHES LOOK FOR: a combination of excellent athletic ability, high caliber soccer skills, size and speed, an intense desire to compete at the highest level, and a player who responds with a positive attitude and is willing to learn.

MORE INFORMATION: contact Dan Raben at rabendan@comcast.net or 517-882-9911.