2008-09 Boys and Girls Pre-Tryout Scrimmages
The Okemos Soccer Club will be holding a pre-tryout scrimmage night for all 2008 and 2009 birth year players at Wardcliff Elementary (5117 Park Lake Rd East Lansing 48823).
The Okemos Soccer Club will be holding a pre-tryout scrimmage night for all 2008 and 2009 birth year players at Wardcliff Elementary (5117 Park Lake Rd East Lansing 48823).
- The girls will be on Tuesday, June 13 from 6-7:15
- The boys will be on Wednesday, June 14 from 6-7:15
US Soccer changes to birth year team formation for fall 2016
Dear Okemos Soccer Families,
You may have heard about the Michigan Youth Soccer Association's recent decision and recommendation to go from team formation being based on school year (August 1 – July 31) to calendar/birth year (January 1 – December 31) beginning with June 2016 tryouts. This change puts Michigan in compliance with the recommendations being handed down by US Soccer.
This decision by US soccer will impact the make up of all current teams in the state of Michigan (and country) by putting all kids from a singular birth year on the same team. For example, all 2004's will play U13 and 2005's will be U12, and so on.
Looking over the rosters of OSC teams, every team will need to be re-made at our June tryouts to fall within the new guidelines. Unfortunately, that means breaking up long-time teammates and established teams.
Although I personally disagree with US Soccer's change, there is nothing we can do if we want to participate in any US Soccer sanctioned league or tournament- which is every competitive league and tournament in the state and country.
View a Birth Year FAQ to help answer questions and you can click on these links to the official notices from US Soccer and Michigan State Youth Soccer Association.
OSC understands that this change will be unsettling. Players, parents and coaches are anxious about this change and how it affects their team, teammates, friendships, and success on the pitch. I encourage you to educate yourself on the change and to talk with your coach and then talk to your child to help them in this transition.
Thank you again for playing with the Okemos Soccer Club.
Dear Okemos Soccer Families,
You may have heard about the Michigan Youth Soccer Association's recent decision and recommendation to go from team formation being based on school year (August 1 – July 31) to calendar/birth year (January 1 – December 31) beginning with June 2016 tryouts. This change puts Michigan in compliance with the recommendations being handed down by US Soccer.
This decision by US soccer will impact the make up of all current teams in the state of Michigan (and country) by putting all kids from a singular birth year on the same team. For example, all 2004's will play U13 and 2005's will be U12, and so on.
Looking over the rosters of OSC teams, every team will need to be re-made at our June tryouts to fall within the new guidelines. Unfortunately, that means breaking up long-time teammates and established teams.
Although I personally disagree with US Soccer's change, there is nothing we can do if we want to participate in any US Soccer sanctioned league or tournament- which is every competitive league and tournament in the state and country.
View a Birth Year FAQ to help answer questions and you can click on these links to the official notices from US Soccer and Michigan State Youth Soccer Association.
OSC understands that this change will be unsettling. Players, parents and coaches are anxious about this change and how it affects their team, teammates, friendships, and success on the pitch. I encourage you to educate yourself on the change and to talk with your coach and then talk to your child to help them in this transition.
Thank you again for playing with the Okemos Soccer Club.
OSC now has tie-in to Cap City, Chill and Rush
In another step to providing opportunities for Okemos soccer players to advance their soccer development, several members of the U12 (04) boys WSSL team will be trying out for and combining with the Cap City DA team for the 2016-17 season.
"Our team will only have 10 players tops after the birth year change and we're moving to 11v11 at U13. A number of boys, including my son, want to continue playing at the highest level possible and joining Cap City allows them to do that. We chose Cap City because our team and theirs are the best two 04 teams in the area. Getting all of those players on one team means we can contend with the top teams in the state", head coach Rob Antcliff said. Antcliff has agreed to co-coach that team while also continuing to coach his daughter's OSC 05 girls team.
This move may provide the blue print for future OSC teams as they move to 11v11 and don't have the player numbers to continue to field two teams in their age group. The idea of getting Okemos players all moving to the same club team, and allowing them to choose which club (Cap City, Rush, or Chill) is the best fit for that specific age group is ideal. Especially when that move allows OSC to continue to offer a CASL team without having to cut large amounts of players.
This is the first time a group from OSC has participated with Cap City. OSC teams played futsal in the Chill league and played in the Rush league at the Summit this past winter. The connection with coaches from all the clubs has proven to be valuable to OSC meeting it's mission of helping kids play at the level that is appropriate for them and maximizing the number of Okemos kids playing soccer.
In another step to providing opportunities for Okemos soccer players to advance their soccer development, several members of the U12 (04) boys WSSL team will be trying out for and combining with the Cap City DA team for the 2016-17 season.
"Our team will only have 10 players tops after the birth year change and we're moving to 11v11 at U13. A number of boys, including my son, want to continue playing at the highest level possible and joining Cap City allows them to do that. We chose Cap City because our team and theirs are the best two 04 teams in the area. Getting all of those players on one team means we can contend with the top teams in the state", head coach Rob Antcliff said. Antcliff has agreed to co-coach that team while also continuing to coach his daughter's OSC 05 girls team.
This move may provide the blue print for future OSC teams as they move to 11v11 and don't have the player numbers to continue to field two teams in their age group. The idea of getting Okemos players all moving to the same club team, and allowing them to choose which club (Cap City, Rush, or Chill) is the best fit for that specific age group is ideal. Especially when that move allows OSC to continue to offer a CASL team without having to cut large amounts of players.
This is the first time a group from OSC has participated with Cap City. OSC teams played futsal in the Chill league and played in the Rush league at the Summit this past winter. The connection with coaches from all the clubs has proven to be valuable to OSC meeting it's mission of helping kids play at the level that is appropriate for them and maximizing the number of Okemos kids playing soccer.
Six OSC U10-13 teams to play in WSSL in 2015-2016
OSC "A" teams in the U10-U13 age groups will have an opportunity to play in WSSL (Western Suburban Soccer League based in Canton) in the 2015-2016 season. Coaches will have the option to move their team to WSSL or keep them in CASL based on their team's ability. Advanced players will be assigned to the WSSL team and a CASL team will be formed to get as many players as possible playing soccer!
2017 Tryouts Date Set
Mark your calendars, Michigan State Youth Soccer Association has determined that tryouts for fall 2017 teams must start on or after June 17, 2017. OSC will announce dates, times and locations for specific teams in May. Typically all OSC teams hold a weekend tryout session and a weekday tryout session. That means OSC tryouts will occur between Saturday, June 17 and Thursday, June 22.
Mark your calendars, Michigan State Youth Soccer Association has determined that tryouts for fall 2017 teams must start on or after June 17, 2017. OSC will announce dates, times and locations for specific teams in May. Typically all OSC teams hold a weekend tryout session and a weekday tryout session. That means OSC tryouts will occur between Saturday, June 17 and Thursday, June 22.
June 17-22 Tryout Details Coming In May
Tryouts for the Fall 2017 (Sept.1 – Nov. 1 season) and Spring 2018 (April – June 1 season) CASL and WSSL seasons will be held Saturday, June 17- Thursday, June 22, 2017 at an Okemos field location. Dates, days and times for specific age groups will be released in early May 2017.
The State Association (MSYSA) mandates that no tryouts may take place before June 17. All players must tryout in order to be considered for an OSC team. If spots are open on a particular team, a supplemental tryout may be held in late July.
Pre-Tryout registration to cut down on paperwork and lines at tryouts!
Tryouts for the Fall 2017 (Sept.1 – Nov. 1 season) and Spring 2018 (April – June 1 season) CASL and WSSL seasons will be held Saturday, June 17- Thursday, June 22, 2017 at an Okemos field location. Dates, days and times for specific age groups will be released in early May 2017.
The State Association (MSYSA) mandates that no tryouts may take place before June 17. All players must tryout in order to be considered for an OSC team. If spots are open on a particular team, a supplemental tryout may be held in late July.
Pre-Tryout registration to cut down on paperwork and lines at tryouts!
Tryouts- Have Been Completed. Teams Being Formed
Tryouts for the Fall 2016 (Sept.1 – Nov. 1) and Spring 2017 (April – June 1) CASL and WSSL teams were completed Wednesday, June 22. Players are being contacted and teams are being formed.
Tryouts for the Fall 2016 (Sept.1 – Nov. 1) and Spring 2017 (April – June 1) CASL and WSSL teams were completed Wednesday, June 22. Players are being contacted and teams are being formed.
Coerver Winter Training 2016-2017
The details of the two sessions blocks of 7 trainings are below. Players may sign up for 1 block or both. We have to limit this to o only 30 players each session so register early!
Session #1
Dates: Nov 12, 19, Dec 3,10, 17 Jan 7, 4
Time: Girls (8-14 yo) 2pm-3:30pm Boys (8-14 yo) 3:30-5pm
Location: Lansing Indoor Sports Arena (5849 Enterprise Dr, Lansing 48911)
Cost: $150.00 for the 7 sessions (10.5 hrs)
Deadline: Nov 1 or until full.
Session #2
Dates: Jan 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 Mar 4, 11
Time: Girls (8-14 yo) 2pm-3:30pm Boys (8-14 yo) 3:30-5pm
Location: Lansing Indoor Sports Arena (5849 Enterprise Dr, Lansing 48911)
Cost: $150.00 for the 7 sessions (10.5 hrs)
Deadline: Jan 14 or until full.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ON THE COERVER MICHIGAN SITE.
Wiel Coerver was the pioneer in up-tempo, high-rep, skill focused player development. His Coerver Coaching methods are used all across the world and the principles of his training are even being used by top clubs in the US, Europe, Asia, and Australia. Watch this Coerver Method Video to find out more
Dates: Nov 12, 19, Dec 3,10, 17 Jan 7, 4
Time: Girls (8-14 yo) 2pm-3:30pm Boys (8-14 yo) 3:30-5pm
Location: Lansing Indoor Sports Arena (5849 Enterprise Dr, Lansing 48911)
Cost: $150.00 for the 7 sessions (10.5 hrs)
Deadline: Nov 1 or until full.
Session #2
Dates: Jan 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 Mar 4, 11
Time: Girls (8-14 yo) 2pm-3:30pm Boys (8-14 yo) 3:30-5pm
Location: Lansing Indoor Sports Arena (5849 Enterprise Dr, Lansing 48911)
Cost: $150.00 for the 7 sessions (10.5 hrs)
Deadline: Jan 14 or until full.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ON THE COERVER MICHIGAN SITE.
Wiel Coerver was the pioneer in up-tempo, high-rep, skill focused player development. His Coerver Coaching methods are used all across the world and the principles of his training are even being used by top clubs in the US, Europe, Asia, and Australia. Watch this Coerver Method Video to find out more
Coerver Winter Training 2016-17
Session #1
Dates: Nov 12, 19, Dec 3,10, 17 Jan 7, 4
Session #2
Dates: Jan 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 Mar 4, 11
Click for more info
Session #1
Dates: Nov 12, 19, Dec 3,10, 17 Jan 7, 4
Session #2
Dates: Jan 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 Mar 4, 11
Click for more info
OSC Night at Lansing United
Any Okemos players wearing an Okemos JERSEY will get into the game FREE. Can be Okemos Soccer Club or Eastside jerseys. Adults can save $1 when they use the coupon code "Okemos" here.
LanU vs Kzoo FC
Friday, June 24
7pm EL Soccer Complex
Summer Performance Workouts at State of Fitness
We've expanded our summer workouts at State of Fitness to include a girls program to go along with our boys program. U11-U14 players worked out twice a week with the fantastic trainers of SOF. Sessions included speed, agility and strength training. The workouts were challenging but fun according to those who participated. If you didn't join this year, make sure to look for it next June!
We've expanded our summer workouts at State of Fitness to include a girls program to go along with our boys program. U11-U14 players worked out twice a week with the fantastic trainers of SOF. Sessions included speed, agility and strength training. The workouts were challenging but fun according to those who participated. If you didn't join this year, make sure to look for it next June!
Pre-tryout 4v4 pick up games for U12 - U14 boys
U12-U14 boys from any club or community are invited to participate in 4v4 pick up games Wednesday, June 10 from 6-7:30 at Old Varsity fields at Chippewa school. The fields are located off of Kinawa drive at the big "S" turn between Kinawa and Chippewa schools.
Players can shake off the rust and get some touches on the ball before tryouts. Boys will be paired with various teammates as they play 4v4 games and try to emulate their favorite players. There's no fee and no registration is needed!
Players can shake off the rust and get some touches on the ball before tryouts. Boys will be paired with various teammates as they play 4v4 games and try to emulate their favorite players. There's no fee and no registration is needed!
2015-2016 Tryouts Scheduled For June 13th-18th
Tryout details are coming together for teams forming for Fall 2015-Spring 2016 play. For the latest information, including the age eligibility matrix, head over to our Tryouts page.
Come train with MSU men's team on Tuesday 9/30! For the 3rd year Okemos Soccer Club is excited to have players and coaches from MSU men's soccer team as guest coaches at this Tuesday's OSC technical training.
All OSC players are invited to join us from 6:15-7:30 on the front fields at Chippewa MS (by Okemos Rd) for fun training and a post practice autograph session!
All OSC players are invited to join us from 6:15-7:30 on the front fields at Chippewa MS (by Okemos Rd) for fun training and a post practice autograph session!
OSC Inks a Mid-Michigan Exclusive Partnership with Coerver Coaching Michigan
As the only partner soccer club in the mid-Michigan area, Okemos Soccer club will train with the proven coaching methodology and training staff of Coerver Coaching Michigan to support both player and coach development. The training will include; tech
trainings, coaching clinics, summer camp and first
access for OSC players to fantastic winter training programs next year.
Over the past 30 years the Coerver® method has reached into every soccer-playing nation to become widely regarded as the world’s number one soccer skills teaching method. And now, Okemos players have the opportunity to receive the same elite individual and small-group training as kids throughout the rest of the country, and the world. The Coerver® method focuses on skill development in a fun and challenging environment. The results speak for themselves, with an astounding number of today’s greatest stars—and their managers—crediting Coerver® with developing their game. For more details, read the press release
Over the past 30 years the Coerver® method has reached into every soccer-playing nation to become widely regarded as the world’s number one soccer skills teaching method. And now, Okemos players have the opportunity to receive the same elite individual and small-group training as kids throughout the rest of the country, and the world. The Coerver® method focuses on skill development in a fun and challenging environment. The results speak for themselves, with an astounding number of today’s greatest stars—and their managers—crediting Coerver® with developing their game. For more details, read the press release
Make sure to get these important dates on your calendars:
2 Day Mini Camp...Wednesday 8/13, Thursday 8/14.
U11-U16 5:45-7:15pm U9-U10 6:00-7:30pm at Old Varsity fields
Technical Trainings...Tuesdays 9/30 and 10/7 at Old Varsity fields
2 Day Mini Camp...Wednesday 8/13, Thursday 8/14.
U11-U16 5:45-7:15pm U9-U10 6:00-7:30pm at Old Varsity fields
Technical Trainings...Tuesdays 9/30 and 10/7 at Old Varsity fields
Fall Mini Camp & Technical Training Dates
Technical Training with the Spartans!
OSC U10 boys team competing in metro Detroit league
After an undefeated fall in U9 and and an undefeated spring in U10, Coaches Rob Antcliff and Brian Guggemos decided to enter their boys team in the Western Suburban Soccer League (WSSL). This league, which is based out of Plymouth, has some of the best clubs in the state.
The team made up of players from three Okemos elementary schools, were placed in the second of five divisions and will be looking to prove themselves against new competition. After winning the Powerade Invitational tournament in August and beating Chill 8-1 in their first league game, they are off to a great start!
The team made up of players from three Okemos elementary schools, were placed in the second of five divisions and will be looking to prove themselves against new competition. After winning the Powerade Invitational tournament in August and beating Chill 8-1 in their first league game, they are off to a great start!
Spring Techinical Trainings
The three Spring Technical Trainings are scheduled for Monday April 22, Tuesday April 30 and Monday May 20.
Coerver Coaching Michigan staff will run the April 22 and May 20 Tech Trainings. These sessions will be intense so they will only be 1 hour. The schedule on those days will be:
U13-14 teams 5:30-6:30, U9-U10 6:30-7:30, U11-U12 7:30-8:30.
The Tuesday April 30 session will have all age groups train from 6-7:30,
The Technical Trainings are all held at the Old Varsity fields at Chippewa Middle School. There will be no individual team practices on these dates as each team and coach is expected to participate.
Coerver Coaching Michigan staff will run the April 22 and May 20 Tech Trainings. These sessions will be intense so they will only be 1 hour. The schedule on those days will be:
U13-14 teams 5:30-6:30, U9-U10 6:30-7:30, U11-U12 7:30-8:30.
The Tuesday April 30 session will have all age groups train from 6-7:30,
The Technical Trainings are all held at the Old Varsity fields at Chippewa Middle School. There will be no individual team practices on these dates as each team and coach is expected to participate.
Fall Technical Trainings
The three Spring Technical Trainings are scheduled for Tuesday September 17, Tuesday September 24 and Tuesday October 1st.
Members of Michigan State's men's soccer team will run the September 17th Tech Training! Make sure to bring something for them to autograph (and a marker).
The Technical Trainings are all held at the Old Varsity fields at Chippewa Middle School. There will be no individual team practices on these dates as each team and coach is expected to participate.
Members of Michigan State's men's soccer team will run the September 17th Tech Training! Make sure to bring something for them to autograph (and a marker).
The Technical Trainings are all held at the Old Varsity fields at Chippewa Middle School. There will be no individual team practices on these dates as each team and coach is expected to participate.
2013 Spring Uniform Orders Due March 18th
To place an order for new jerseys or spirit wear download and complete the order form below and drop off, fax (393-0733) or email it to Andy Busch at Johnny Mac's by March 18th. Orders received by the deadline will be available to pick up after spring break and before the first weekend of league play.
| Spirit Wear Order Form |
Tryouts Completed, Teams Forming
OSC is growing! We went from 9 teams in the spring to 15 teams registering for fall. Teams are in the process of collecting paperwork and registering players. Have a great summer and we'll see you on the fields in August!
