Youth Inc. recommends: Seven Resources to Help You Stand Out During Soccer Tryouts

Tryouts are nerve-wracking — we get it. You walk onto the field, heart pounding, hoping the coach notices you... for the right reasons. But here’s the thing: standing out isn’t about being the flashiest player. It’s about showing up with intention, energy, and the right mindset. 

These resources go beyond the basics and give athletes (and parents) honest, actionable advice to approach tryouts with confidence. We’ve shared most of these with our own kids — and now we’re sharing them with you. 

Here are seven tried-and-true resources to help you stand out during tryouts: 

6 Ways to Crush Tryouts – Techne Futbol

What it is: A thoughtful blog post from the team at Techne that outlines six things players can control during tryouts — like body language, coachability, and effort. 

Why we like it: It shifts the focus from trying to be perfect to showing up with purpose. These tips are simple but powerful — especially for players who tend to overthink or get in their heads. 

Mastering Soccer Tryouts: Insider Tips  

What it is: A video that dives into how understanding a team’s needs can help you tailor your play to fit — and stand out for the right reasons. 

Why we like it: Coaches aren’t always looking for the “best” player — they’re looking for the right fit. This video helps players see tryouts from the coach’s point of view, which is a game-changer. 

10 Essential Tips for Parents and Players – Berkshire Soccer Academy 

What it is: A guide for both players and their parents, covering everything from mental prep to proper hydration to supportive sideline behavior. 

Why we like it: It doesn’t just tell players what to do — it helps parents show up better too. We love that it encourages parents to be calm, confident allies instead of adding pressure. 

Coach Cain’s Key to Standing Out at Tryouts

What it is: A short, clever TikTok with real tips like wearing bright colors, making eye contact, and introducing yourself to the coach. 

Why we like it: It’s fun, quick, and super practical — the kind of advice a 12-year-old will actually remember and use. Sometimes the little things really do matter most. 

Grind Soccer’s Quick Tips for Dominating Tryouts

What it is: A no-nonsense video packed with four solid reminders: bring energy, hustle hard, be vocal and show you care. 

Why we like it: We’ve seen players with average skill stand out just by being first to every ball and hyping their teammates. This video nails that “intangibles” energy. 

3 Ways to Make an Impression – FC Motivate

What it is: Three easy-to-miss actions that can set the tone before you even touch the ball — like how you walk onto the field or greet your coach. 

Why we like it: It reminds players (and parents) that coaches are watching from the moment you arrive. Every moment is a chance to make a good impression. 

One Thing That Will Get You Noticed – Soheil Var

What it is: A super simple but impactful tip that has nothing to do with your foot skills — and everything to do with how you carry yourself. 

Why we like it: Sometimes we overcomplicate tryouts. This is a great reminder that your presence, effort, and attitude often speak louder than your moves.