U13-U18 Competitive
PLAYERS BORN BETWEEN 2011 AND 2006
Welcome to Ottawa TFC's competitive side!
The Ottawa TFC competitive program is for players moving up through our player pathway, and looking to train more often and compete amongst clubs in the district and region. As compared to our open programs, the competitive program provides an increased focus on player and leadership development, both of which are central to the club's player development philosophy. The competitive program includes those who are working their way up to the club's Academy tier, as well as talented young athletes who simply wish to compete at a high level in the regional and district. It's fun, challenging, and slightly more competitive than our open program.
What can I expect as a competitive soccer parent?
Competitive players train twice weekly and compete in weekly game play. We compete in local and regional leagues in the Eastern Ontario District Soccer Association (EODSA), and occasionally participate in tournaments around the region and province.
Teams are led by Canada Soccer certified coaches, and overseen by some of our most advanced staff coaches. We are a National Level Youth Club, and the only club is the official Eastern Ontario youth affiliate of Toronto FC of Major League Soccer (MLS) - the highest professional level of play in North America. Players and parents in Ottawa TFC's competitive program can be proud of being part of one of the most respected programs in Canada. Players will grow as people, athletes and leaders,as these are some of our core principles and objectives as an organization. They can dream of moving up through the club's pathway to provincial, national team and professional programs, but they can also simply enjoy training and playing at a high level in the program itself.
Players are grouped by age, skill level and gender into teams/training groups.
Payment information
Prior to attending any evaluations or training sessions, players MUST register for the following:
- New Player Evaluation Fee: $60.00 (if applicable, non-refundable)
- Base Competitive Fee: $275.00
- Non-Volunteer Fee: $55.00 charged per family for each season. This fee is credited to your account upon volunteering at the end of the season.
- How can I volunteer? See the Volunteer Activity Chart for more information and how to apply.
- PLEASE NOTE
- Once placed on a squad, an additional competitive fee (ranging from $400.00 to $500.00 depending on the level of play and commitment) will be applied to the players' account by the registrar once players/families have accepted a position on a specific team.
Details about the program
- 3 times/week
- 2 training sessions - Millennium Park (2010 Trim Rd)
- 1 weekly league play (Across the city of Ottawa)
- Optional Competitive Skills Centre session (Registration)
- Mid-April to mid-september (22 weeks)
- No sessions during summer break: Saturday, July 20 to Sunday, August 4
Skills Centre
Players in the program who are interested in adding an extra skills-based session to their weekly schedule can register for our optional Skills Centre.
What equipment does my child need?
The registration fee includes an Ottawa TFC training shirt, which will be handed out during the first few weeks of training (depending on delivery dates). Players must order their team uniforms directly from our supplier (Uniform and Club Apparel). Players must purchase an Ottawa TFC backpack. Please communicate with the team manager for jersey numbering prior to ordering. Players are required to wear the given uniform, protective shin guards and cleats at all sessions.
Who can I contact if I have questions about:
- Program:
- Raz El-Asmar, Girls Staff Coach
- Kousha Aminian, Boys Staff Coach
- Registration process and/or PowerUp Portal, instalments, etc.: register@ottawatfc.com
- Financial assistance: See webpage for more information
Player and parent requirements
Players and parents must abide to the Ottawa TFC Code of Conducts:
Note: If a refund is requested, part of your fee is non-refundable and covers insurance and administration costs associated with registered players. Consult the Refund Policy if needed.