Frequently Asked Questions

Q:  Who is eligible to participate in your summer program?

A.  Our summer activities are open to any female soccer players (high school/middle school age) looking to improver their conditioning, technical abilities, and tactical awareness.

Q:  When and where are summer training session held?

A:  Summer training sessions are Monday and Wednesday evenings 6:00-8:00 PM, and some Friday mornings 9:00-11:00 AM at Southridge High School and Conestoga Middle School.

Q:  Can I still play in the summer league game if I miss a training sessions?

A:  Yes, the summer program is designed to allow players to participate in games even though they may miss training.

Q:  When is a good time for planning a vacation in the summer?

A:  Our summer program is designed to be flexible enough to allow a player to miss games and training for summer vacations (June, July and early August).  Furthermore, tryouts begin August 24, and all players WILL  go through a tryout procedure.  Teams will begin daily training once selections have been made, so please make plans accordingly.

Q:  Are there tryouts?

A:  Yes, there are tryouts. Given the number of participants, we are unable to place everyone who attends tryouts on a team. The coaching staff will do everything possible to be sure everyone is given a fair opportunity to show their soccer abilities and knowledge during tryouts.  The coaching staff will evaluate each player in some of the following areas: attitude, ball skills, fitness, knowledge of the game, teamwork, coach-ability, passing skills, speed and work ethic.

Q:  What do I need to be eligible for tryouts in August?

A:  All players will need to have the “BSD Player Participation Form” and a “Medical Examination Form” on file with the Southridge High School Athletic Department PRIOR to tryouts. The “BSD Player Participation Form” must be filled out yearly, while the “Medical Examination Form” must be updated every two years. Any player that does not have these forms on file with the school, CAN NOT TRYOUT until they are on file with the school.

Q:  What can I do to get ready for tryouts?

A:  Players need to get as many touches on a soccer ball as they can in the off season.  In training with a team, by yourself, with another player or group of players, you can juggle, practice dribbling, passing, shooting, trapping, play small sided games, etc. We recommend that you find time daily to train even if it is by yourself.  Players should spend time conditioning, we offer a conditioning program in our "Training Tips" section of our website. 

Q:  What does it cost to play soccer?

A:  Beaverton School District Participation fee is $225.  This includes the use of a uniform; however players are REQUIRED to buy Team Kit each year, this Kit will include team socks, sweatshirt and team t-shirt;  cost JV/JV2  $100 and Varsity $300.   Players and parents may also purchase additional Southridge Women’s Soccer apparel (T-shirts, sweat shirts/pants, etc) if they so choose.

Q:  When do teams practice?

A:  Teams generally practice after school Monday through Friday unless they are scheduled to play a game that day. The varsity team may practice Saturdays on some occasion.

Q:  Where do teams practice?

A:  The Varsity and JV teams will practice at Southridge High School, and the JV 2 team will practice at Conestoga Middle School.

Q:  When should I schedule appointments (i.e.. doctor, hair cut, etc.)?

A:  We recommend that whenever possible, appointments should be scheduled around training and games.

Q:  How often are games played?

A:  Games are generally played on a weekday; there are usually two games a week starting in September.  The Varsity and JV team will play on the same day; and once league begins, they will play a Monday and Thursday schedule.  The JV 2 team will generally play games on Monday, Wednesday or Friday. Their schedule is released during the last week of August.

Q:  Can I participate in other school clubs/activities while playing soccer?

A:  It is possible to participate in other activities, as long as they do not interfere with team functions. Understand that players are required to attend all practices, games and meetings.  If there is a possible conflict with an activity, you must meet with the coaching staff to discuss the situation.